Sometimes, the perfect way to end a long day is by curling up to watch your favorite movie and enjoying a bowl of freshly popped popcorn. In fact, Americans eat approximately 15 billion quarts of it every single year. Even though this delicious, crunchy snack may be much better for your health than starchy potato chips or sugary cookies, popcorn can actually harm your oral health in a number of different ways. Read on to learn more about how popcorn affects your teeth as well as some nutritious alternatives.

When you head to the dental office for your regular checkups, are you frequently told that you haven’t been flossing as often as you should? Even though you wish there was a shortcut to avoid being told this, it doesn’t exist. Flossing is an essential step in order to maintain excellent oral health. That’s why it makes a great New Year’s resolution. Read on to learn more from your dentist about why flossing is so important as well as find some tips to help you get started.