Wellness

The anatomy of a better burger

Not everything you eat is good for your smile. You can counter the harmful effects of some foods by adding some tasty mouth-friendly favorites. 

See what’s helpful and harmful in your burger.

Readers ask, we answer: How can I protect my smile while sleeping?

You may be asleep, but dental dangers don’t rest. There are several things that can happen to your smile while you’re snoozing. 

Learn how to safeguard your oral health while you sleep.

The power of a smile: what helping others does for you

There’s no better way to share a smile than to lend a hand. Helping others is good for you, too, because volunteering improves your well-being, including your oral health. 

See the benefits of giving back to your community.

Is this trendy drink actually good for me?

It’s full of antioxidants and probiotics. So how can it not be healthy? You may be surprised to find kombucha can be a risk to your oral health. 

Learn the pros and cons of drinking kombucha.

7 harmful habits and how to break them

All it takes is one bad habit to undo years of good oral health behaviors. Fortunately, it’s never too late to break a habit that’s bad for your teeth.

Learn how to stop these habits and keep your smile healthy.