by Dr Linda Chen | Feb 16, 2026 | Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Links to General Health, Signs and Symptoms
Teeth marks on your tongue? What’s that along the side of your tongue? If you have ever looked closely in the mirror and noticed small ripples along the edge, you might have a scalloped tongue. Subtle indentations along the tongue, shaped like your teeth, are more...
by Dr Linda Chen | May 31, 2025 | Oral Health Tips and Facts, Oral Links to General Health, Prevention
When people talk about digestion, the spotlight often falls on the stomach and intestines. But truthfully, digestion doesn’t begin there—it starts the moment food enters your mouth. Your mouth isn’t just the gateway to your body—it’s the launchpad for a smooth,...
by Dr Linda Chen | Apr 28, 2025 | Gum Disease, Oral Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Have you noticed your gums feeling sore, or looking red, swollen, or bleeding slightly when you brush? It might feel easy to ignore these early annoyances, but the consequences can be far more serious. Gum inflammation, or gingival inflammation, is the body’s response...
by Dr Linda Chen | Dec 22, 2024 | Oral Links to General Health, Oral Pathogen, Prevention
Danger lurking in dirty bristles Brushing your teeth may seem like a safe and simple ritual, but lurking within those innocent bristles could be an unseen world of trouble. Improper storage, damp conditions, and neglect can turn your trusty toothbrush into a breeding...
by Dr Linda Chen | Nov 29, 2024 | Oral Health Education, Oral Health Tips and Facts, Oral Links to General Health, Prevention
Summer sunshine and stronger smiles with vitamin D As summer heats up, there’s nothing better than heading outdoors to enjoy our glorious summer lifestyle. But did you know those sunny moments do more than lift your spirits? In healthy doses they’re also a fantastic...
by Dr Linda Chen | Mar 28, 2024 | Gum Disease, Oral Health, Oral Health Senior, Oral Links to General Health, Oral Pathogen, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Have you ever considered that brushing and flossing could be doing more than just keeping your mouth healthy? Recent research reveals a surprising connection that seems to go from oral care into cognitive well-being. It’s no longer just about cavities or...
