Oral Health

As a parents we all want to help our children develop as beautiful of a smile as possible. The key to doing that starts with identifying when your child needs braces.

Brushing your teeth is essential for maintaining optimal oral health, but like most aspects of health, the full story is more complicated. As directors of the Center for Oral Health Research in Appalachia, we know firsthand that inequalities exist when it comes to oral health, including in children. Some people or groups have considerably more […]

Because we use our teeth so much, they go through a lot of wear and tear. Sometimes they get damaged. Thankfully, in some cases dentists are able to salvage the tooth by using a dental crown. These are used to restore a tooth’s shape, appearance, and function.

A tonsillectomy is a common procedure usually used to treat recurring throat infections but it may also be used to treat other ailments like sleep apnea or cancer. Here’s everything you need to know about a tonsillectomy. 

Most of the time these sores are not serious and often go away on their own in a week or two. But they can be quite painful and even make it difficult to eat or talk. Here’s a look into the most common causes of canker sores and how to potentially prevent them…

Aside from the obvious issue of loosing teeth and developing gum disease, poor dental health increases our risk for other health conditions like heart disease. To stay healthy, be mindful of these 13 oral health warning signs that should never be ignored…