Are Smoothies Good For Your Teeth?
Is there anything healthier than a smoothie? They might be packed with a powerhouse of lettuce, spinach or greens with a large amount of seasonal or frozen fruit, lots of citrus, some hydrating veggies...
View ArticleIs Triclosan Really in Toothpaste?
Recent media reports are citing a new study that links the antibacterial agent triclosan with osteoporosis. CNN related the scientists’ theory that triclosan’s effect on the thyroid gland results in an...
View ArticleFluoride and Bone Fractures
A common complaint against water fluoridation is that fluoride contributes to bone fractures. Many studies have been completed on this subject, with varying results. In some cases, populations from the...
View ArticleThree Good Foods for Your Teeth
It’s true that our blog articles often focus on foods or drinks you need to avoid or be very careful with if you want to preserve your oral health. So it’s nice to balance out these “negative” reports...
View ArticleMaking Aligners and Mouthguards Less Smelly
Bacteria are everywhere in the human mouth. So when you put an aligner made by Invisalign, or a plastic retainer, a sleep apnea appliance, or a mouthguard on your teeth, bacteria quickly colonize the...
View ArticleA Link Between Periodontitis and Alzheimer’s Disease
DNA science helps researchers investigate the connections between bacteria and disease in ways that were previously impossible. For example, an international team of scientists recently determined that...
View ArticleWhat is Hypodontia?
Hypodontia is a surprisingly common disorder of the teeth. Hypodontia involves the absence of one or more primary or permanent teeth. This problem is present from birth, thus it is also called CMT...
View ArticleDown Syndrome and Gum Disease
In a recent article we discussed the connection between Alzheimer’s disease and periodontitis. For one group of patients, this link may create a significant risk of dementia in later life, and that...
View ArticleSertraline May Cause Dental Implant Failure
A recent report published in the Journal of Prosthodontics suggests that an antidepressant drug called sertraline (best known by its brand name Zoloft), may increase the likelihood of dental implant...
View ArticleDeal with Dental Pain
Without Using Opioids! Deaths caused by opioid overdose are on the increase across the United States, sparking alarm amongst health professionals and legislators. Many dental patients are concerned...
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