Is Your Tongue A Funny Color?

Is Your Tongue A Funny Color?

Unusual color, bumps, patches, and spots in your mouth can be harmless. But sometimes, they can give clues to what’s going on with your overall health. Infections, stress, medication issues, and even aging can make their marks on your tongue. Find out what your tongue...
Do Dentists Recommend Mouthwash?

Do Dentists Recommend Mouthwash?

While not a replacement for daily brushing and flossing, use of mouthwash (also called mouthrinse) may be a helpful addition to the daily oral hygiene routine for some people.  Like interdental cleaners, mouthwash offers the benefit of reaching areas not easily...
Connection Between Oral Health and Diabetes

Connection Between Oral Health and Diabetes

.November is National Diabetes month. November is American Diabetes Month and Dr. Bryan Kariya of South Penn Dental in south Oklahoma City wants to make sure our patients know the importance between diabetes and your oral health. Diabetes is a chronic disease which...