--- title: Beam Dental Blog | Dental Health description: Dental Health | Get oral health tips, understand your dental benefits better, and read the latest Beam news on our dental blog! --- [![beam](https://blog.beam.dental/hubfs/Beam_Dental_March2018%20Theme/Images/beam_logo_dark@2x-278c5f6aef24a9f9801ee38e6728250b.png)](http://beam.dental/) - [Home](http://blog.beam.dental) - View Blogs For - [Brokers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/brokers) - [Employers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/employers) - [Members](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/members) - [News](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/beam-news) - Topics - [Dental Health](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) - [Dental Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-benefits) - [Vision Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/vision-insurance) - [Tech](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/technology) - [Games](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/games) - [FAQs](https://help.beamtoothbrush.com/hc/en-us) - [Login](https://app.beam.dental/) - [Home](http://blog.beam.dental) - View Blogs For - [Brokers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/brokers) - [Employers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/employers) - [Members](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/members) - [News](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/beam-news) - Topics - [Dental Health](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) - [Dental Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-benefits) - [Vision Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/vision-insurance) - [Tech](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/technology) - [Games](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/games) - [FAQs](https://help.beamtoothbrush.com/hc/en-us) - [Login](https://app.beam.dental/) # Beam Dental Blog # dental-health Nov 15 ## [The Beginner's Guide to Teeth Whitening](http://blog.beam.dental/teeth-whitening) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [2 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/teeth-whitening#comments-listing) Most people desire a bright, white smile they can show off with confidence. But many factors can conspire together to discolor teeth — some you can control and others you can't. Fortunately, there’s a potential solution for pesky stains: teeth whitening. [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/teeth-whitening) Nov 19 ## [What to Know About Face Masks & Your Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/face-masks-dental-health) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/face-masks-dental-health#comments-listing) Masks have become a part of everyday life in 2020, as research has increasingly shown they’re effective in slowing the spread of COVID-191. Whether you wear a mask while you work or when you go to the grocery store, you may wonder if it has any consequences for your dental health. Long story short:... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/face-masks-dental-health) Sep 30 ## [How Long Should You Brush Your Teeth?](http://blog.beam.dental/how-long-should-you-brush-your-teeth) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [3 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/how-long-should-you-brush-your-teeth#comments-listing) You’ve heard it time and time again — brushing twice per day is the first step in a strong [dental care routine](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care). While that recommendation may be as ingrained in your head as “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” don’t take it for granted. Taking the right approach to brushing will only... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/how-long-should-you-brush-your-teeth) Aug 27 ## [The Do's and Don'ts of Flossing](http://blog.beam.dental/the-dos-and-donts-of-flossing) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [1 Comment](http://blog.beam.dental/the-dos-and-donts-of-flossing#comments-listing) Although it’s sometimes overlooked, flossing once every day helps you keep your teeth and gums healthy. It reaches those pesky areas a toothbrush can’t — in between the teeth — to eliminate plaque buildup. Using the right techniques and avoiding the wrong ones can maximize the effectiveness of your... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/the-dos-and-donts-of-flossing) Aug 19 ## [What You Should Know About Receding Gums](http://blog.beam.dental/receding-gums) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [2 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/receding-gums#comments-listing) While often overlooked, gums are vital to your dental health. They hold your teeth in place and protect the delicate root underneath from bacteria and deterioration from eating, chewing, and brushing. Failing to brush and floss — or [doing so incorrectly](http://blog.beam.dental/how-to-prevent-gum-disease) — can cause the gums to recede. [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/receding-gums) Jul 23 ## [What Is Bruxism? Your Guide to Teeth Grinding](http://blog.beam.dental/what-is-bruxism-guide-to-teeth-grinding) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/what-is-bruxism-guide-to-teeth-grinding#comments-listing) Do you notice yourself clenching your teeth when feeling stressed out? Do you often wake up with a sore jaw and aren’t sure why? You may have a dental condition known as bruxism, or tooth grinding. Many people deal with tooth grinding, especially at night — one study found that 8% of participants... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/what-is-bruxism-guide-to-teeth-grinding) Jun 17 ## [Why Dental Benefits Are Important for College Students](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-benefits-for-college-students) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Dental Insurance](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-insurance), [Dental Benefits](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-benefits), [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-benefits-for-college-students#comments-listing) Going to college brings about many new challenges, whether it’s adjusting to a studying routine, an unfamiliar city, or newfound independence. On top of that, many students have to learn how to manage finances, too. From tuition and books to groceries, college has many expenses that you probably... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-benefits-for-college-students) Jun 11 ## [What Is a Root Canal? An Overview of the Procedure](http://blog.beam.dental/what-is-a-root-canal) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [3 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/what-is-a-root-canal#comments-listing) When you have a [cavity](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities), a filling is often the treatment recommended by your dentist. Not all cavities are created equal, however. For severe decay, your dentist may need to perform a root canal procedure to save the tooth. Root canal treatment may also be necessary for a tooth that is severely... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/what-is-a-root-canal) May 21 ## [What to Expect When You Get a Tooth Filling](http://blog.beam.dental/what-to-expect-tooth-filling) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/what-to-expect-tooth-filling#comments-listing) If you were just diagnosed with a [cavity](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities) for the first time, you’re hardly alone. The CDC estimates that over 90% of American adults experience tooth decay, with 80% of people having one by the time they’re 34 years old1. Your dentist may recommend an amalgam or composite filling to restore the... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/what-to-expect-tooth-filling) May 06 ## [Why Preventative Dental Care Is Crucial During Quarantine](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care-quarantine) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [3 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care-quarantine#comments-listing) Beam is a huge proponent of [preventative dental care](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care). It’s why we send Beam Perks to our members, providing them tools that help them maintain bright smiles. Taking a proactive approach to your dental health by brushing and flossing can stave off problems such as cavities and gum disease. Another... 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