Astronauts Face Unique Brushing Problems Down here on earth most people never think about the different steps that go into brushing, but up in space each of these steps poses a unique challenge. First, you have to wet your toothbrush, but since spaceships and the International Space Station do not have any taps with running […]
Are Jaw Grinders Angrier People?
Is jaw grinding a medical condition? Yes, it is called bruxism in the medical world, and it can be a fairly serious condition. About 10% of the adult population suffers from bruxism, which when left untreated can result in grooves in the teeth, cracked teeth, broken fillings, and in some extreme cases it can […]
Dental Myth or Fact?
A shot of whiskey will relieve tooth ache pain? This is a classic old house wives remedy. People assume that the alcohol in the whiskey will kill any dangerous bacteria that could be causing an infection and pain, and also that the alcohol will numb the pain. Both of these things are not really […]
If Coffee Smells So Good, Why Does It Make Your Breath Smell So Bad?
The smell of fresh roasted coffee is one of the most popular smells in America. It ranked 4th on a recent Cosmopolitan poll, and 51st on Buzzfeed’s list of the best things. But how can something that smells so good when you are brewing it make your breath smell so bad? Caffeine—The biggest reason coffee […]
New Year New Habits
So how can you become someone who actually keeps your New Year’s resolutions? Every year in January the gym fills up with new faces. Most of these people won’t last more than a month or two, even though they probably pay for six. So how can you become someone who actually keeps your New Year’s […]
Odd Christmas Traditions From Around The World
Christmas and Santa Claus go together like peas in a pod in America. However, many countries around the world tell a different story to their children about how the presents make it into the house, or under the tree if they put one up. Here are a few of the more interesting ones from all […]
The Ugliest of Sweaters
Over the past decade or so, ugly sweaters have become a holiday tradition. Droves of college kids go to their local Goodwill and Salvation Army stores to try and find the worst, or best depending on your perspective, Christmas themed sweater. The brighter and more garish the better. But what got this trend started? The […]
This Holiday Food Is Better Than That One
A guide to making better choices with holiday food with regards to your teeth! Food is a huge part of any holiday celebration. It is wonderful to sit down to a dinner with friends and family and share stories about the year. However, holiday feasts often have a number of foods that are awful for […]
Old Timey ‘Grillz’
Cosmetic dentistry is becoming more popular as the technology and techniques improve and as more people view a healthy white smile as important. However, not everyone opts to have their teeth straightened and whitened. Many hip-hop artists have turned to ‘grills’ as a status symbol and to show off their wealth. If you are not […]
Karate Robot
Robots have been all over the news recently. The home improvement store Lowes announced that they would be testing out a robotic sales assistant in one store this holiday season, and the internet giant Amazon plans to set up an instant delivery network of robotic drones that will be able to deliver packages to consumers […]