Oral hygiene has always been an important part of maintaining overall health. For thousands of years, humans have found ways to keep their teeth and mouths clean. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), “early forms of the toothbrush have existed for nearly 5,000 years.” But what exactly did the first toothbrush look like? Toothbrush … Continue reading “The Evolution of the Toothbrush”

Toothaches can come in many different forms, but no matter which, they’re always uncomfortable. Dr. Franklin Rios and our team want you to know there are simple ways to cure this common problem. Toothaches can be caused by infections, gum diseases, teeth grinding, trauma, or having an abnormal bite. Several symptoms may become noticeable when … Continue reading “Natural Ways to Soothe a Toothache”