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Before discussing Xylitol, let’s define what sugar is and how it affects us orally and systemically. Sugar can impact our health through...

Causes of Dry Mouth & How to Treat It Lacy Walker, RDH, BS, CDA, MAADH, COSE, FAAOSH A dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a common...

Brittle Teeth: Causes & Remedies Written by Lacy Walker, RDH, BS, CDA, COSE, MAADH, FAAOSH What causes Brittle Teeth? Brittle teeth are a...

By Lacy Walker, RDH, BS, CDA, FAAOSH Dental hygienists, also called prevention specialists, play a vital role in healthcare, and their...

By Lacy Walker, RDH, BS, CDA, FAAOSH Dentistry is an interesting and fascinating field, and there are plenty of fun facts to learn about...

Morning breath is a frustrating & embarrassing condition for people that are regularly brushing & flossing but nothing seems to stop it....