When tooth decay isn’t treated and damage is done to the point where salvage isn’t likely, root canal treatment is often suggested. During a root canal, a dentist removes the pulp from the center of a tooth and then fills…
***UPDATED: October 13, 2015*** A new literature review recently published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology confirms a significant link between the consumption of sugary beverages and a number of health conditions. Scientists were able to conclude…
Sedation dentistry has come a long way in recent years and is a very viable option for patients suffering from dental phobia. Oral sedation is the most commonly used sedation method and can help calm the fear and anxiety of…
November is American Diabetes Month, sponsored by the American Diabetes Association. The vision of the Association is a diabetes free life, free of the countless burdens that accompany the disease that is spreading rampantly around the country. The main goal…
***UPDATED: December 10, 2015*** The American Dental Association (ADA) and the Academy of General Dentistry have both released statements opposing the recent approval of the accreditation process for dental therapy education programs by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). According…
Open enrollment for 2015 federal health benefits begins in just a couple of short weeks, and millions of Americans will be changing or adding health insurance for themselves and their families. Most health insurance plans expire at the end of…
October is coming to a close and many people have the festivities of the holiday season lingering in the back of their minds. Parties are being planned, presents are being purchased, and the electricity of joy and new beginnings is…
Winter is quickly approaching, and with it comes the season of sickness. During the winter months, many people suffer from common ailments such as the common cold, flu, bronchitis, and even pneumonia. Did you know that there are close connections…
Last Friday, the office of Miami Dental Sedation Spa was transformed into a radio studio with special guests from AMOR 107.5 FM. The event kicked off at 6:00 am when host, Javier Romero took to the air for a live…
There’s a tiny toothpaste ingredient that is causing a huge uproar in the dental industry, and it seems that many just can’t agree about the proper course of action. Recently, dental professionals have drawn attention to polyethylene microbeads, those tiny…
