Determined to keep those pearly whites their whitest? You already know how important it is to brush and floss daily and to see a dentist periodically — and to avoid smoking or chewing tobacco. But dentists say you should also be mindful of certain foods and beverages that stain teeth. (Read more)
Many treats that profess to be healthy options to consider instead of sweets or chocolate may, in fact, contain excessive amount of sugar or high acidity levels. Some studies even show that raisins or cereal bars and drinks like smoothies or fruit juices can be as damaging to teeth as soda. (Read more)
So you’re thinking about getting a dental implant or perhaps you’ve already made the decision to have one placed. What happens now? To some, just the thought of having an implant surgically placed in their mouth can be very intimidating and scary. It doesn’t have to be. (Read more)
Going to the dentist isn’t fun for anyone, but for those with periodontal disease related to type 2 diabetes, a new research discovery may have them smiling. (Read more)
Visiting a dentist regularly is one of the best ways to maintain proper oral health. Toothpaste also plays an important role in encouraging children to brush and take care of their teeth. Here’s a list of five best toothpastes for kids on the market. (read more)
Dental implants are used to replace missing teeth with artificial teeth that look and function much like the real thing. Dental implants are particularly useful when the adjacent teeth may be in good condition so that preparing these teeth for a bridge is not desirable, when security of the prosthesis is paramount (eg: public speakers)
Lipstick has become a staple for women. It comes in a variety of styles, colors, and textures to suit every woman’s lifestyle and personality. They wear it every day without realizing the lipsticks they love so much can pose grave health threats for their teeth. (read more)
For anyone searching for another reason to enjoy a glass of red wine with dinner, here’s a good one: A new study has found that red wine, as well as grape seed extract, could potentially help prevent cavities. (read more)
Fewer than one percent of healthy urban children surveyed in Toronto had received dental care by the recommended age of 12 months and fewer than two per cent had seen a dentist by the age of 24 months. (read more)
Appropriate toothbrush storage and care are important to achieving personal oral hygiene and optimally effective plaque removal, says Maria L. Geisinger, DDS, assistant professor of periodontology in the School of Dentistry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. (read more)
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