Do you hate going to the dentist for fear of facing the dreaded drill? If so, youβre not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from dental phobia, and for many, the fear is associated with the sight, sound, and potential pain that accompanies have a tooth drilled in preparation for a filling. But thereβs great news […]
Technology has helped make so many daily tasks more convenient and efficient. From mobile banking to ordering your favorite beverage at your local coffee shop, there are thousands of apps that help make your life easier. And of course, the dental industry has jumped on the bandwagon with a number of apps and technologically advanced […]
As the relationship between oral and overall health is put in the spotlight more and more, people are starting to recognize how important it is to practice a good oral hygiene routine on a regular basis. Visiting your dentist is a critical piece in that routine, but the success of reaching and maintaining good oral […]
Have you heard of water pipe smoking? Commonly referred to as a hookah, smoking tobacco from a water pipe is a growing trend in the United States with 2.3 million Americans partaking in pipe smoking. According to a recent article from the Dental Tribune, many believe that this form of tobacco use is less harmful […]
To floss, or not to floss? Is it really a question?
Have you heard the news? According to a prominent dental source (and several media outlets subsequently), the benefits of flossing may have been grossly exaggerated, and apparently it isnβt as necessary as some believe. Β A review in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology concluded that βdespite being widely advocated, it is noteworthy that the majority of […]
Obesity is possibly the largest health concern facing the United States, and dozens of American health advocates recently met to discuss a plan to attack the issue. According to a recent Medscape article, representatives from 35 medical organizations, including nonprofit groups and insurance companies, gathered in Gainesville, Florida last month to talk about the topic […]