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Green Tea: A Dental Treatment?
***UPDATED: February 3, 2015*** There’s more good news for green tea drinkers and oral health enthusiasts. Research out of Penn State has shown that a compound found in green tea may trigger a cycle that kills oral cancer cells while supporting healthy ones. According to a recent Medical News Today article, the compound, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) […]
More Kids Experiencing Tooth Decay
There is a new enemy-of-the-tooth emerging in a generation of children who won’t drink water. With the popularity of flavored waters, fruit juices, and smoothies soaring, more and more kids are experiencing an abnormally high incidence of tooth decay, according to the Telegraph article, “Healthy smoothies not so innocent for teeth, says dentist,” by Stephen […]
Taking Care of Your Smile
It’s hard to read anything about dental health without noticing the strong connection between good oral hygiene and overall wellness. More and more people are taking an interest in not only the appearance of their teeth, but the physical condition of their mouth, which is very good news. Cosmetic dentistry has really become all the […]
Avoid the Cold and Flu: Brush Your Teeth
We have officially entered cold and flu season, and most of us are taking extra precautions in order to maintain our health. Washing hands regularly, not sneezing or coughing into your hands, avoiding touching your face, and even getting an annual flu shot are easy steps to steer clear of getting sick in the winter […]
Can Candy Fight Cavities?
***UPDATED: June 2, 2015*** A recent study found that the natural chemicals found in licorice roots might assist in the prevention of tooth decay. The chemical compound, trans-chalcone, blocks the action of a key enzyme, Sortase A, which enables bacteria to thrive in oral cavities. The bacteria, Streptoccocus mutans, is know to metabolize sugar from […]
New Technique in Dental Implants
Losing a permanent tooth can have a lasting effect on anyone. Fortunately, dental implants have provided a solution that is cost effective, fairly immediate, and relatively comfortable. There are few drawbacks to the tradtional tooth-replacement method that are typically accepted, as the reward of a new tooth far outweighs the risks. For example, the healing […]
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