When it comes to common adages, it’s hard to know what to trust and what to neglect. – Overall Health Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Do you need to visit a chiropractor every year if you work a desk job, even if you feel no […]
Any dental problem that requires instant treatment to stop bleeding, alleviate severe pain, or save a tooth is measured in a dental emergency. This examination also applies to painful infections that can be life-threatening. If you have any of these signs, you may consult a dental emergency. The dental emergency […]
A crown can be used to repair teeth that are misshapen, damaged, or weakened. A crown, sometimes called a cap, is a tooth-shaped restoration that fits over an existing tooth or an artificial tooth root, called an implant. It can be used in several situations: ▪To cover a misshaped, damaged, […]
Brought To You By Apples – “Smart” Snack Getting kids to eat fruit, veggies and yogurt instead of candy, chips, and ice cream might feel like pulling teeth. However, it’s worth the extra effort to educate and condition them to eat a “smart” snack that keeps their teeth – and […]
Only a handful of self-administered interventions provide additional protection against gingivitis and periodontitis – Dental Care At the moment, all other dental care interventions are only supported by insufficient evidence, says Frank Scannapieco, DMD, PhD, principal investigator and chair and professor of oral biology in the UB School of Dental […]
You probably already know how important regular dental visits are for keeping your teeth and gums in good shape. Besides brushing and flossing, dental visits are the best thing you can do for your oral health. But what you might not know is that there’s a strong relationship between your […]
We’ve all been told that smoking is bad for our overall health. But did you know that it’s also bad for your dental health? It’s safe to say that not many smokers realize the risks to their teeth that smoking can cause. So, give yourself a pat on the back […]
Ever wonder why orange juice tastes so bad after you brush your teeth? You can thank sodium laureth sulfate, also known as sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES), or sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) for ruining your drink, depending on which toothpaste you use. Both of these chemicals are surfactants — wetting […]
Oral piercings are a form of body art and self-expression that’s all the rage among teenagers and young adults. While piercings of the tongue, lip or cheek might seem safe because “everyone has them,” that’s not entirely true. The mouth is a moist place, which means it’s a breeding ground […]
Estimates suggest that annually Americans consume 45 million pounds of caffeine from hot beverages. Hot coffee and teas are the most popular sources for the legal psychoactive stimulant drug. Both beverages are associated with having dental health perks as black coffee has been found to lower acid levels on teeth, […]