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Is Teeth Whitening Harmful to Your Oral Health?

Posted on March 28, 2019 (July 29, 2019) by Dr. Kanumilli

It’s estimated that 45 million Americans have had their teeth professionally whitened. This number doesn’t include those who have tried over-the-counter teeth whitening products for their smiles. With so many people receiving a professional whitening treatment, it’s natural to wonder how this procedure affects your teeth and gums. For those who want a whiter smile and are considering teeth […]

Tongue Discoloration: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Posted on October 23, 2018 (December 28, 2021) by Dr. Kanumilli

It can be alarming to notice that your tongue is a different color than you remember—in some cases, the difference is subtle; others, dramatic. Tongue discoloration happens when papillae—the structures that give the tongue its texture on the surface—become discolored. Discoloration of the tongue can happen for a variety of reasons, and its treatment will depend on […]

Am I Brushing My Teeth Too Hard? What Are the Signs?

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Dr. Kanumilli

Brushing your teeth is so important to your oral health, but like most things, there’s a right and a wrong way to do it. Brushing your teeth too hard can hurt your teeth in more ways than you think. How can you know if you’re being too hard on your teeth when brushing? The following are some […]

Can Mouth Breathing Negatively Impact Your Dental Health?

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Dr. Kanumilli

Breathing through your mouth usually only happens at certain times: when you have a cold and can’t breathe through your nose, possibly during intensive exercise, and if you have a medical condition such as asthma. However, mouth breathing isn’t considered normal and it can even be harmful to your oral health. If you breathe through your mouth regularly, […]

The Dental Diet: How Nutrition Can Enhance Your Dental Health

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Dr. Kanumilli

Your diet directly affects your oral health. Think about it—your mouth is the first thing the food touches in your body! It makes sense that the kinds of foods we eat would be either beneficial or harmful to our smiles. If you’ve wondered which foods are helping and which are hurting, this list is for […]

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Is Teeth Whitening Harmful to Your Oral Health?

Tongue Discoloration: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Am I Brushing My Teeth Too Hard? What Are the Signs?

Can Mouth Breathing Negatively Impact Your Dental Health?

The Dental Diet: How Nutrition Can Enhance Your Dental Health

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