Toothpaste has been around since about 5,000 BC. That’s approximately when the ancient Egyptians started to use a paste on their teeth. The practice spread to other countries shortly thereafter. You might have been able to buy toothpaste back then, but it may have contained eggshells and animal hooves.  As time went on, toothpaste would include crushed shells and bones,... read more »

Discomfort in your teeth when you consume certain foods and beverages, can alter your lifestyle choices, and impact your quality of life. Even if you find some relief from a special toothpaste, chances are the underlying cause can worsen, leading to more significant oral health problems. The source of your tooth sensitivity will be a major factor in the treatment... read more »

There’s one word that makes people wince even more than phrases like “Monday morning” or “income taxes,” and that word is “toothache.” But what is a toothache, exactly? And what causes a toothache? Simply put, a toothache is pain in or around a tooth. And you may know from sad experience that a toothache can range from anywhere between a... read more »