The health of your gums is intricately related to the health of your teeth. We use the phrase, “brush your teeth,” but that really means “brush your teeth and gums.”
One of the most common causes of gum problems is lack of flossing. Over time, lack of flossing leads to bleeding gums and sometimes more severe [...]

While fluoride is very beneficial in strengthening teeth and preventing tooth decay, parents need to be concerned about the levels of fluoride their children are ingesting.
Too much fluoride from fluoride supplements, toothpaste and other sources can lead to a condition in young children called fluorosis.
Fluorosis causes discolored teeth and in some cases will cause pitting [...]