Dental Care

You’re Not Alone—Most Adults Need a Filling at Some Point Did you know, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), nearly 91% of U.S. adults aged 20–64 have experienced tooth decay in their permanent teeth? That means almost everyone will need at least one dental filling in their lifetime—and that’s completely […]

When “Mild Mint” Feels Like Fire: The Supertaster’s Daily Struggle Picture this: You’re standing in the bathroom, toothbrush loaded with what the package promises is “mild mint” toothpaste. You take one brush stroke and immediately start gagging, your eyes water, and your mouth feels like it’s on fire. Meanwhile, your family members happily use the