Oral & Dental Health

Are you in need of gum graft surgery? Living in the UK and not sure how much this procedure will cost you? This is my experience with getting a gum graft surgery due to an ongoing infection.

Debating on whether to get invisible aligners such as Invisalign? (Not Sponsored) Here’s my experiences with them, cost, time, pros, and cons.

Are you thinking about getting dentures? Learn what it's really like from someone who has personal experience. Separate fact from fiction.

I had braces as an adult, and let me tell you, they are as unpleasant as you think. Here are some of the ways I learnt to deal with having metal in my mouth.

I have bad teeth, and I know I'm not alone. This article lists 10 things people with bad teeth want you to know about them and their situation.

How to take care of full and partial dentures so they continue to fit well and look great. Proper care can save you money on early replacement due to accident or avoidable damage.

Avoid the high cost of buying an orthodontic retainer by ordering directly from the laboratory. Sporting Smiles provides self-impression kits that make getting new retainers easy and cheap. I have used this service many times and could not be happier!

In this article, I talk about my experience having my wisdom teeth removed and offer personal tips and facts from sources regarding the preparation, surgery and recovery. Learn what to expect if you are having or expect to have this procedure done in the future.

Braces are a great investment, but they can also be a pain. Here are some tips, based on my personal experience: from finding the right orthodontist to eating with braces to proper oral care.

How to survive adult braces. I will discuss my tips and tricks as I relive my childhood.

The only thing worse than an agonizing toothache is childbirth. No dental insurance? No problem. Until you can get to the dentist, here's a quick, unconventional remedy that I swear works!

I've had all of my wisdom teeth removed in two different procedures. These are my tips for a smooth and healthy recovery.

If you or a loved one is considering an adult tonsillectomy, take time to consider all of the benefits and risk factors involved, and be prepared for a painful recovery.

An honest account of what it's like to get gum grafting surgery, written by a patient the morning after the procedure.

The causes of gum recession (in which your gums pull back below a tooth's enamel) might surprise you!

If you're reading this, chances are you have Burning Mouth Syndrome, or I've perked your interest. It is a syndrome that has no exact answers.

Whether you are a child or an adult needing braces, it is helpful to be prepared for the that first week of new sensations in your mouth. Take it from someone who has been through it twice.

Do braces hurt or cause any pain? An in-depth, illustrated look at at my 12-year-old daughter's experience. Find out what the process is like and what it really feels like.

In this article, I review three popular oral probiotics: Life Extension's Advanced Oral Hygiene, GUM's PerioBalance, and Oragenics's EvoraPlus. I also share my dentist's impressions.

Here are nine strategies you can use at home to stop tooth pain in its tracks. I've tried all of these solutions, and I can vouch for their effectiveness.

A lucky few kids go through life with perfect teeth; however, many kids have teeth that require more attention, possibly including tooth extractions. Here are some guidelines to help you prepare.

Getting dentures can be a process—from getting the teeth pulled and impressions made, to learning to talk and eat again. I've been through this already myself, I can help you know what to expect.

Did you wake up with a weird waddle hanging down the back of your throat? It could be a swollen uvula. Here I share information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments for this condition.

Exercises to help alleviate pain and muscle stress associated with TMJ disorder. I've had TMJ problems for a large portion of my life.

I thought preventing cavities would be easier with Invisalign than with braces, since the Invisalign trays can be removed for teeth cleaning. It turns out, however, that it's not quite so simple.

Some helpful suggestions on how to take care of your teeth, especially when you don't have dental insurance.

U.S. and Canadian tourists flock to Los Algodones, Mexico, for affordable dental care. My husband and I have had extensive dental work done there, and we've been very happy with our experience.

Not all toothpastes are the same when it comes to using them with the Philips Sonicare toothbrush. You may be more comfortable with an electric toothbrush if you experiment with different pastes.

I finally got rid of the feeling of a lump in my throat, which my doctor diagnosed as globus pharyngeus. Just a few easy lifestyle changes and it's gone. What a relief!

Bleah! Your kid's orthodontic retainers are scaling up with those unsightly white deposits, and it seems that no amount of toothbrush scrubbing will remove it. What can you do?