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How Much Xylitol Do You Actually Need for Cavity Protection? (Part 3)
How Much Xylitol Do You Actually Need for Cavity Protection? (Part 3)
Most people under-dose xylitol and never see the full benefit. Here’s the simple target (6–10g/day), why frequency matters more than mega-doses, and how to make it effortless. Read more...
The Acid Loop Explained: What’s Really Happening Between Meals - Part 2
The Acid Loop Explained: What’s Really Happening Between Meals - Part 2
If you've ever thought... "I brush. I floss. I do the right things." "Why do cavities keep showing up anyway?” “Is my mouth just… cursed?” You’re not alone. And you’re... Read more...
Why Brushing and Flossing Don't Stop Cavities (And What Actually Does) - Part 1
Why Brushing and Flossing Don't Stop Cavities (And What Actually Does) - Part 1
Let's play a game called: "How hard can you try and still get a cavity?" Because if you’re here, you probably know the routine. You brush. You floss. You rinse.... Read more...
Why 100,000+ Smiles Trust Epic
Why 100,000+ Smiles Trust Epic
Real Stories, Real Checkups, Real Results If you've ever walked out of the dentist’s office thinking, “How do I still have cavities?” you’re not alone. Most people brush, floss, try... Read more...
Your 14 Day Smile Reset
Your 14 Day Smile Reset
Stop the acid cycle and let your enamel recover. The 14-Day Smile Reset shows how xylitol after meals can boost oral health and make your mouth feel clean again. Read more...
Our Favorite Daily Routines
Our Favorite Daily Routines
Discover simple, realistic habits that make staying cavity-free effortless. From morning brushing to post-meal xylitol gum, learn how to weave Epic routines into your day for stronger enamel and a... Read more...
How to Use Your Epic Products
How to Use Your Epic Products
Discover how Epic's xylitol gum and mints stop acid attacks, prevent cavities, and give your enamel the break it needs. Simple routine, powerful results. Read more...
Xylitol: The Cavity-Clobbering Sweetener Your Teeth Will Love
Xylitol: The Cavity-Clobbering Sweetener Your Teeth Will Love
Discover how xylitol, the cavity-clobbering sweetener, helps protect your teeth by fighting harmful bacteria and boosting natural defenses. Learn how to use xylitol to keep cavities at bay and enjoy... Read more...
Protect Your Kids' Teeth with These Simple Tips
Protect Your Kids' Teeth with These Simple Tips
Simples Tips to Help Your Kids Avoid the Dental Drill Read more...
Do You Have Dust Bunnies Lurking on Your Smile?
Do You Have Dust Bunnies Lurking on Your Smile?
Most people who struggle with cavities have a nasty strain of bacteria (S. Mutans) that contribute to acid production. These terrible teeth tenants excrete tooth-dissolving acid after they munch on... Read more...
What You're Doing is Good Enough
What You're Doing is Good Enough
You’re on your last set of teeth.There’s not a third row coming.You’ve known this your whole life but give it about as much thought as those leftovers in the back... Read more...
The Secret Ingredient Your Cavity Clad Teeth Need
The Secret Ingredient Your Cavity Clad Teeth Need
All that bristly brushing and fanciful flossing was not working out for Monica.She kept leaving with a catch-you-next-time-pal pat on the back and a note on the bill from her... Read more...
The World Deserves Your Smile
The World Deserves Your Smile
Let's get real about Epic:If you ever take advantage of calling in your Epic order, you'll probably get our amazing customer service rep, Hailey.But, if you're really lucky, Hailey will... Read more...
Willy Wonka and The Acid Conundrum
Willy Wonka and The Acid Conundrum
The Real Cavity Culprit — Acid; Where It Comes from And What To Do About It♪ The Candyman can ‘cause he mixes it with love and makes the world taste good.... Read more...
Eat Your Vegetables... & Then Your Xylitol
Eat Your Vegetables... & Then Your Xylitol
The Secret Weapon You Need to Keep Your Child's Cavities at BayIf you’re a parent, then you know how hard it is to get your kids to eat anything more... Read more...
Sweater-free Sweater Weather
Sweater-free Sweater Weather
The air is getting cooler. The leaves are changing colors. It’s time to cozy up in a blanket and sip soup.It’s sweater weather. As much as you might love Fall,... Read more...
Does your toothbrush have a 4-YR/50K mile warranty?
Does your toothbrush have a 4-YR/50K mile warranty?
Legend has it that when Ransom E. Olds began selling his curved-dash Oldsmobile back in 1901, the guarantee he offered buyers was that once the money changed hands, the car... Read more...
You Shouldn't Have To Choose Between Dry Mouth and Your Health
You Shouldn't Have To Choose Between Dry Mouth and Your Health
Gary’s blood pressure was high. It’s always been a little high, so he didn’t think much of it when his doctor prescribed a new medication. They’d been through this a... Read more...
Your Smile's #1 Enemy
Your Smile's #1 Enemy
If you were to ask ten people on the street about the #1 threat to their smile, I suspect nine would say “sugar.” The tenth, if he were honest, would... Read more...
Putting The Toothbrush On Trial
Putting The Toothbrush On Trial
Putting The Toothbrush on Trial.We’ve all been there. Sitting in the dentist’s chair after months and months of diligent, careful brushing, only to hear those dreaded words. “You have a... Read more...
A Good Enough Effort Should Be Good Enough
A Good Enough Effort Should Be Good Enough
If you’ve spent any amount of time on the Internet, you’ve probably seen images of the “Pinterest fail.” They usually involve an expert chef or cake decorator posting a photo... Read more...
Why We Only Use Wholesome Ingredients
Why We Only Use Wholesome Ingredients
I try to be careful about what I put into my body. I really do. But even I occasionally find myself pulling out of a drive-through at 2 AM, looking... Read more...
Why Do People Hate The Dentist So Dang Much?
Why Do People Hate The Dentist So Dang Much?
March 18th, 2021 was a big day for Zack Snyder. He’d blown through $400 million, and Warner Bros. Studios were finally going to release the biggest film of his career.... Read more...
Grocery Store Blues
Grocery Store Blues
Grocery Store Blues I hate the grocery store. Every single time, I carefully make a list, cross things off as I shop, and triple-check it before I head to the... Read more...
Life's Too Short
Life's Too Short
What is it with people trying to convince you to “acquire a taste” for foods you don’t like? For me, it’s anything cherry-flavored. I’m not sure if I had one... Read more...
Your Poor Toothbrush
Your Poor Toothbrush
Take a look at that poor toothbrush. His weary head, laid down to rest on the hard porcelain of your sink. The low bent of his bristles are the only... Read more...
Soft Teeth? More Like Soft Information.
Soft Teeth? More Like Soft Information.
In many families with chronic cavities, it’s pretty common to chalk it all up to some kind of genetic influence. If you’re from one of these families, you’ve probably heard... Read more...
Better Than A Toothbrush?
Better Than A Toothbrush?
Lots of people who brush regularly (and do a great job at it) still get cavities. That's because your toothbrush is at best an incomplete solution. Read more...
You're On Your Last Set of Teeth. Here's 6 Easy Tips That Will Make Sure They Last A Lifetime.
You're On Your Last Set of Teeth. Here's 6 Easy Tips That Will Make Sure They Last A Lifetime.
We’ve assembled a quick list of 6 easy tips that will keep your teeth chomping for years to come. Read more...
Moms Hate Talking About Cavities - Here's Why
Moms Hate Talking About Cavities - Here's Why
Every mom lives in fear of their kids developing cavities. You're not alone, and you don't need to stress any longer. Read more...
The Simple Guide to Cavity-Free Kids
The Simple Guide to Cavity-Free Kids
The good news is that helping your kids be cavity-free is not only possible, but simple. It can even be fun! Read more...
Why You Can Trust Epic Dental's Products
Why You Can Trust Epic Dental's Products
We’re not here to bring up dirt on other brands. We’re here to be as transparent as possible so that you can make the best decisions for you and your... Read more...
How To Get Rid of Cavities
How To Get Rid of Cavities
You’ve probably been told your entire life that the best way to get rid of cavities is to brush, floss, and cross your fingers every time you visit your dentist.... Read more...
Our 4 Favorite Tools To Clobber Cavities
Our 4 Favorite Tools To Clobber Cavities
Sometimes, recommending the right tools for the job requires a little humility. Here at Epic Dental, we want you to get the best possible results for your smile, even if... Read more...
Not A Perfect Flosser? Don’t Get Strung Out About It.
Not A Perfect Flosser? Don’t Get Strung Out About It.
Don't beat yourself up for your flossing flaws. Read more...
How Epic Dental Can Help You Avoid The Dentist
How Epic Dental Can Help You Avoid The Dentist
If you’re one of those who will do almost anything to get out of a trip to the dentist, then we’ve got a solution to help keep you out of... Read more...
Transcend the Toothbrush - 3 Things You Should Be Doing to Protect Your Smile
Transcend the Toothbrush - 3 Things You Should Be Doing to Protect Your Smile
Our teeth aren't designed to last forever. Here's how to keep them chomping for years to come. Read more...
Keeping Your Smile Freshly Polished
Keeping Your Smile Freshly Polished
You know that nasty, grimy sensation that makes you want to claw at your teeth with your fingernails just to get rid of? I don’t have that any more. Read more...
A Single Kiss Can Transfer 80 Million Bacteria To Your Mouth... And They’re Probably Not All Good
A Single Kiss Can Transfer 80 Million Bacteria To Your Mouth... And They’re Probably Not All Good
While it’s true that a single 10-second kiss might transfer as many as 80 million bacteria to your mouth, what really matters are which bacteria are being shared. Read more...
How Brushing Your Teeth Is Like Playing Little League
How Brushing Your Teeth Is Like Playing Little League
Brushing and flossing are kind of like your little league strategies - important and foundational, but you’re gonna need to step up your game if you want to win in... Read more...
Let’s Bust Some Dental Health Myths
Let’s Bust Some Dental Health Myths
Misinformation hurts everyone. Let's clear some up. Read more...
Why Your Toothpaste Isn't Working
Why Your Toothpaste Isn't Working
If it seems like no matter what you do, you still get cavities, it’s time to re-evaluate your dental health strategy. Because toothpaste is usually the number one tool used... Read more...
My Constant Cavities Wore Me Down. Here’s How I Gained Control.
My Constant Cavities Wore Me Down. Here’s How I Gained Control.
Cavities are painful, shameful, and exhausting. Here's how to take control. Read more...
You Don't Have To Put Up With Dry Mouth.
You Don't Have To Put Up With Dry Mouth.
Susan lived with dry mouth symptoms for close to a decade before learning that she didn’t have to anymore. Yep, a DECADE. Over that time, it took the combined efforts... Read more...
How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love the Dentist
How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love the Dentist
There was one event that never failed to inspire absolute gut-wrenching terror in my 9-year-old mind: Going to the dentist. Surprisingly, it was never the threat of the drill or... Read more...
3 Money-Saving Questions to Ask Your Dentist at Your Next Visit
3 Money-Saving Questions to Ask Your Dentist at Your Next Visit
No one likes getting hit in the wallet on their way out of the dentist. Here's a few tips that might save you a hefty chunk of change. Read more...
My Least Favorite Neighbor (On Halloween)
My Least Favorite Neighbor (On Halloween)
When I was a kid, there was a man on our street who we always tried to avoid on Halloween night.He was always really nice to us. Every year, when... Read more...
Your Kids And Cavities: One Easy Tip That Will Help Your Kids Beat Tooth Decay
Your Kids And Cavities: One Easy Tip That Will Help Your Kids Beat Tooth Decay
You’ve heard and tried all the other stuff: brushing, flossing, mouthwash, even expensive toothpastes with unpronounceable chemical ingredients, but you still find yourself back in the dentist’s office, trying to... Read more...
A Personalized Approach to Your Oral Health
A Personalized Approach to Your Oral Health
Your smile is unique. You need a customized oral health plan to match Read more...
My Summer Slip-N-Slide Slip-Up
My Summer Slip-N-Slide Slip-Up
I had a bit of an embarrassing slip-up (or was it a slip-down?). Here's my story. Read more...