How much sugar did the average person consume in the 1700s vs. today? And what does our increased sugar consumption do to our oral,...

Do you know how many types of teeth you have? A full set of human adult teeth has 32 teeth total, and is made up of 4 different types of...

Do you know how much bacteria is in the human mouth? Estimates vary between 500 to 700 different species of bacteria, and between 6...

Cold and flu season is upon us, and unfortunately, mouth sores sometimes accompany these illnesses. Canker sores and cold sores can be...

Have you smiled recently? Smiling isn’t always the easiest thing to do, especially after a long and exhausting day. But here’s a fun...

Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and we’re so excited for all the delicious turkey day foods and treats! Some of the classic...

People today consume an astounding amount of sugar – nearly 300% of the recommended amount! Over the past few decades, added sugars in...

Happy October, and Happy National Dental Hygiene Month! We celebrate #DentalHygieneMonth for two great reasons: 1) to recognize the...

Are you a daily coffee drinker? 64% of American adults are! In fact, Americans drink about 400 million cups of coffee every single day....

You’ve probably heard the term “tongue-tied” before, meaning to have difficulty expressing oneself verbally. But here’s a fun fact: a...

Fluoride is found in many foods and drinks, our communities’ public drinking water, and in most of the oral care products we use. It is a...

What is Fluoride? Fluoride (pronounced “floor-eyed”) is a naturally occurring mineral found nearly everywhere on earth – in air, soil,...

You’ve probably heard about dental plaque and tartar – but do you know the difference between the two? Both plaque and tartar increase...

Trying to eat healthy this summer? It can be tough! Sweet summer treats like lemonade, popsicles and ice cream are great for cooling off...

Have you been told you have gum disease? Gum disease is all too common, with nearly 50% of all American adults suffering from some stage...

Imagine losing a front tooth due to a sports injury, or painfully cracking a tooth due to habitual teeth grinding. The trauma of the...

Here at Emergency Dentist of Portland, we welcome patients of all ages and accommodate the unique needs of every patient! We know that...

Got sensitive teeth? You’re not alone – an estimated 1 in 8 American adults have sensitive teeth that can make eating, drinking, and even...

National Tooth Fairy Day is February 28th! Healthy baby teeth are so important for a young child’s health and development – they aid...

February is American Heart Month! We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise are great for a healthy heart, but here’s a...