Dr. Jonathan B. Levine is the first to admit that expectations aren’t particularly high when people visit the dentist. “This profession not only needs reinvention, it needs rebranding,” he told The Post. “I say to you, ‘a dentist’ — what do you think about? Needles, pain? Not great experiences.” The problem is, regular dental visits … Read more
The 8-year-old daughter of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Danielle Cabral has been rocking a bougie new accessory — and no, it’s not bursting with bows, tulle or sequins. You can’t tell by looking at her, but Valentina Cabral sports a pricey metal appliance that sits inside her mouth and gives her teeth … Read more
There are a couple pretty major anatomical differences between males and females — but who knew matters of our dental health were different, too? Last week, TikTokker Hannah (@not_hannah_06) went viral with an alarming video in which she proclaimed that most toothpastes are formulated for men’s mouths — but because women’s mouths are more acidic, … Read more
An Australian dentist is urging parents to heed his warning, or risk damaging their kids’ smiles for good. Perth-based Dr Maheer Shah says his job has become about far more than cavities and root canals. “The hardest part about my job is fixing bad dentistry,” Dr. Shah told news.com.au. “We’re seeing less decay and fewer … Read more
If you’re a parent, you know all too well how stressful it can be when your little ones aren’t on their best behavior in public. One 32-year-old mom’s feisty little tots not only caused her a few extra grey hairs when they were horsing around in public, but they also got her banned from her … Read more
It’s so hard to Reese-ist! The average American eats 3.4 pounds of candy around Halloween every year, with kids consuming 7,000 calories and 3 cups of sugar on the holiday, research shows. Now, a California dentist with decades of experience is sharing his seven rules for protecting his children’s teeth, on Halloween and beyond. The average American … Read more
It’s time to brush up on your oral hygiene. For decades, Americans have been scrubbing their smiles with the wrong tools and techniques thanks to a deeply ingrained myth. This rough-around-the-edges approach is doing more harm than good, according to Chicago-based dentist Dr. Joy Poskozim. Your rough-around-the-edges technique is doing more harm than good, according … Read more
Buccal up! GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro can be a wild ride — users may experience dramatic weight loss and a sharp drop in appetite but also fierce bouts of nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. There’s one possible complication that shouldn’t be brushed off. GLP-1 meds, which promote feelings of fullness by mimicking a naturally … Read more
The plaque thickens. You know you can get cavities from eating too many sweets, but it turns out you can catch them from your sweetie as well. “People carry over 700 types of bacteria in their mouths,” Dr. Elizabeth Walton, cofounder of dental chain Risas Dental, told reporters. Dr. Elizabeth Walton, cofounder of dental chain Risas Dental, … Read more
A dental expert isn’t holding his tongue about a viral oral hygiene trend that could do more harm than good — and even kill you. Dr. Kelcey Loveland from Celebrate Dental and Braces in Las Vegas has issued a stark warning about the increasingly popular practice of tongue scraping. “What many don’t understand is that … Read more
Tooth be told, most people don’t brush their teeth well. There are many ways to screw up such a simple act — you don’t hit all the spots, you don’t do it long enough and you don’t do it often enough. A $299 full-mouth electric toothbrush may be just what the dentist ordered. The Feno … Read more
Brush up on some healthy heart habits. While poor oral hygiene is often linked to issues like tooth loss, gum disease and bad breath, experts warn it can also have a far-reaching impact on your entire well-being — including your heart. And according to gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a not all that uncommon nighttime oral … Read more
Think you’ve got brushing your teeth down? Think again. Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh, the owner of Inglewood Family Dental in Calgary, Canada, recently shared five common mistakes people make while brushing their teeth. Be careful — ignoring his advice could lead to weakened enamel, gum damage, and even bad breath. Brushing your teeth wrong can lead … Read more
Does anyone actually floss anymore? A new survey found that over half of Americans have lied to their dentist about their dental hygiene and feel guilty about their dishonesty. In the poll of 2,000 American adults, 60% confessed to wanting to impress their dentist during office visits, leading 57% to lie about their dental hygiene … Read more
What a buzzkill. Champagne, sparkling wines and fizzy cocktails are all the rage on New Year’s Eve, but these bubbly beverages could turn your pearly whites into damaged, discolored, tender teeth. The phenomenon — known as “prosecco teeth” or “prosecco smile” — threatens to ruin your new year with a trip to the dentist. “Among … Read more
Forget ghosts and ghouls — Halloween can get really scary if you have to make an urgent trip to the dentist’s office. Past research has reported an 80% jump in emergency dentist visits on Halloween versus other October days. “This spike is often due to people indulging in candies that can damage teeth or existing dental work,” … Read more
Smile, you’re on ToothTok camera. Dentists of TikTok taking a bite out of Hollywood, exposing leading ladies and lads for their high-cost cosmetic dental work. Many celebrities with impossibly pretty teeth have allegedly undergone dental treatments to give them whiter, straighter and more uniform chompers. While some use their fame and fortune to catch up … Read more
You may need a shower after hearing the results of this eye-opening study. Northwestern University researchers identified more than 600 different viruses on 92 showerhead and 34 toothbrush samples — and no two samples were alike. “The number of viruses that we found is absolutely wild,” said indoor microbiologist Erica M. Hartmann, who led the study. “We … Read more
WASHINGTON — If you have stained or chipped teeth, you might be considering veneers, customized teeth coverings that can restore a photogenic smile without more extensive dental work. But dentists warn that these pricey cosmetic enhancements are at the center of a worrisome online trend: unlicensed practitioners without proper training or supervision offering low-cost veneers. These self-described … Read more
A woman was left missing her front teeth and a broken nose – after “jokingly” attempting a “Dirty Dancing” lift with her boyfriend. Flo Bragg, 27, was holidaying in Provence, France when she decided to try the famous lift from the 1987 smash, made famous by Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze. The pair were “bored” … Read more