Diet & Nutrition

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but can it keep you from getting periodontal disease? Yes, according to one study. Find out how a healthy lifestyle can improve your dental health.

Dairy products that are high in lactic acid may help fend off periodontal disease. Not all dairy products are great for your teeth, however; read this before heading to the ice cream aisle.

Drinking water has many health benefits. Unfortunately, your best choices for drinking water don't come in a bottle. Although convenient, most bottled waters don't contain fluoride.

Ancient Greeks and Mayans chewed gum, as did Native Americans. But chewing gum may not be good for your teeth; what you learn in this article may burst your bubble.

Because of its high acid content, lemon juice can put your dental enamel at risk for tooth erosion. Yet, totally eliminating lemon juice from your diet may not be necessary.

Licorice as long been used as a healing agent in traditional Chinese medicine. Today, licorice root extract is being used in remedies such as CankerMelts® to provide mouth sore relief.

Strawberries are part of a balanced diet -- but some healthy foods can be bad for your teeth. If you love strawberries, follow these tips to keep your smile healthy.

Americans love to consume flavorful foods and beverages. But when it comes to water, no flavor may be healthier for your teeth. Should you say "no" to flavored waters?

You can help protect your child from tooth decay before they're even born by making sure you get enough Vitamin D. Find out how much prenatal Vitamin D is recommended.

It's been known for years that red wine can cause tooth discoloration, but a recent study has shown that white wine may stain teeth, too! Find out how you can prevent tooth stains.

A diet filled with fast food and sugary snacks is bad news for your teeth. While that may not be news to your ears, you may be surprised to learn that bottled ice tea tops the list.