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Dental Myths: You Can’t Always Believe What You Hear
If you’ve been on this planet a while, chances are you’ve heard some pretty common dental myths. For example, if you’ve experienced a toothache, someone may have suggested putting an aspirin next to the tooth to soothe the pain quickly. If you tried it, you quickly found out that it does nothing for your pain, […]
The Effects of Alcohol Consumption on Oral Health
Regular consumption of alcohol has been shown to have adverse effects on one’s health. Chronic heavy drinking has been linked to several diseases, such as anemia, cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, high blood pressure, and pancreatitis, to name just a few. And now researchers in Brazil have found that the health of a person’s gums can […]
Soaking Up the Sun Can Improve Oral Health
A new study has great news for individuals living in the Sunshine State. According to a recent article from the British Dental Health Foundation, research has found support for a previously established connection between a lack of sunlight and gum disease. The study, published in the journal of Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology, vitamin D […]
Flossing: What’s the Big Deal?
If you know how to properly care for your oral health, then you know that you’re supposed to brush twice a day (for at least two minutes), floss regularly and visit your dentist bi-annually. Simple, right? Unfortunately, the majority of Americans must not think so. According to a recent story from NPR, 27% of adults […]
The Most Popular Tooth Replacement Option
Tooth loss is a reality for many people, especially postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Women who are concerned with their appearance already struggle after menopause with weight gain, hair loss, an increase in facial hair and other disturbing side effects. Missing teeth can be a source of embarrassment and anxiety, which leads many to turn to […]
Periodontitis Most Prevalent Among Hispanics, Smokers Says CDC
A new study conducted by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed a startling number of adults, age 30 and older, suffering from periodontitis. Even more, they concluded that certain ethnic groups in our country are more at risk. According to a recent article from DrBicuspid.com, nearly 65 million American adults, […]
Oral Health Month Brings Awareness to U.S. Hispanic Community
Last week, the Hispanic Dental Association (HDA) joined forces with Colgate-Palmolive once again for their annual Oral Health Month campaign. Kick-off events took place on June 2, with a special launch event at Los Angeles’s Plaza Mexico. In addition to live music and giveaways, participants had access to the Colgate Bright Smiles Bright Futures® mobile […]
Startling Smile Statistics
Startling new statistics have confirmed what cosmetic dentists around the world already knew: many people are unhappy with their smiles. According to a recent article from Dentistry Today, more than a quarter of participants claimed that they didn't like to smile because they felt their teeth were unattractive. Additionally, 81% of people stated that they […]
Oral Health and Obesity
While tooth decay is one of the most common chronic health conditions in the world, obesity is also considered a primary health concern in the United States. According to a recent article from Guardian Liberty Voice, nearly one-third of adults in the U.S. are now classified as overweight or obese. And just like several other […]
The Cost of Skipping Dental Insurance
Did you know that approximately 40% of Americans do not have dental insurance? And that number is not expected to improve considering the health care law, the Affordable Care Act, makes the coverage optional for adults. This is turning out to be a very significant problem considering the mountain of evidence that has surfaced regarding […]
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