There are plenty of people who go to great lengths to skip their dental appointments. In many cases, dental phobia, or fear of all things related to dentistry, keep people from visiting their dentist the recommended two times a year.…
In order to achieve and maintain good oral health, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that everyone brush their teeth at least twice a day for two minutes. In addition to brushing, you should also floss at least once a…
In an effort to better understand trends in cosmetic dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) has completed several surveys over the years, asking their members to participate in an online questionnaire. The latest study was completed between October…
***UPDATED: January 10, 2015*** A federal judge has ruled that the 1.9 million children enrolled in the Florida Medicaid program for medical and dental care are not receiving the care that is required by federal law, according to a recent…
After a recent survey conducted for Oral Health America showed a stark separation in dental care in our country, it is apparent that the “dental divide” is still very present among our population. The study, involving 2,088 U.S. adults, was…
With the story of Ray Rice all over the national news, domestic violence is being discussed in almost every circle. In case you missed it, Ray Rice, a young running back for the Baltimore Ravens, was released from the team…
After tracking the trends of tooth loss over the last hundred years, scientists at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have concluded that the number of people experiencing edentulism will decrease 30% by the year 2050. The researchers…
On the heels of the loss of one of baseball’s all-time greats, Tony Gwynn, yet another baseball legend has been brought down by the sport’s dirtiest little secret. According to a recent Dr.Bicuspid article, Curt Schilling, former Boston Red Sox…
Do you remember the Mediterranean diet? It became a diet fad in the 1990’s and pops up every now and again as a heart healthy alternative to the traditional American selection of foods. The Mediterranean diet emphasizes eating primarily plant-based…
Did you know that nearly 50% of Americans don’t visit the dentist regularly? That’s a staggering statistic considering the slew of serious health conditions that have been linked to periodontal disease. Conditions like heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, pregnancy complications and…
