Medical research is making amazing new discoveries every day, and one just happened that caught our eyes. Stem cells have long been used to treat and heal a wide variety of medical issues through tissue regeneration, and scientists are constantly trying to learn about them so they can be used more effectively. Recently, at the University of California-San Francisco, researchers determined a key part in how stem cells work: how they actually decide which tissues to regrow. How did they do this? By looking at the front teeth of mice! What could this all mean for you? Today, we discuss how this recent finding could impact medicine as a whole.    (more…)

You’re brushing your teeth one night as you normally do, and when you look down in the sink, you see a distinctive pink color. Your gums have been bleeding whenever you clean your teeth for about a week now. “What is causing this?” you think to yourself. Bleeding gums are a common symptom of many different things, so today, we’re going to let you know what may be causing it as well as what you can do to make them stop.   (more…)

When was the last time your dog or cat went to the dentist? Did you know that taking care of your pet’s teeth is actually one of the best ways to protect their overall health? Dogs and cats have dental needs very similar to people, and consistent oral hygiene also has many of the same benefits. Today, we’re going to share a few interesting facts and helpful tips about taking care of your pet’s “smile.” (more…)