Dental Knowledge

4 Things You Should Know After Getting Braces

Cleaning your tongue is a quick way to remove food debris and buildup — including the bacteria responsible for bad breath — from the surface of your tongue. This is typically done using a small, rounded tool made of plastic or metal.

Tooth sensitivity is a common dental condition characterized by discomfort or pain in the teeth when exposed to certain substances or temperatures. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, at least 40 million adults in the United States experience tooth sensitivity.