Study Finds Diet Affects Oral Health, Especially for Men
Now there’s a new reason why eating right in the New Year is a great resolution. Not only is a nutritious diet essential to achieving a healthy weight and maximizing body functions, according to a recent Dental Tribune article, food choices may also play a critical role in the prevention of oral disease. Researchers found […]
The new year is right around the corner, and chances are, you’ve started to think about this year’s resolutions. Whether you’re wanting to shed a few pounds, quit smoking, or get your home organized, the fresh start that is promised at the beginning of a new calendar year is a great chance to resolve to […]
A new study has found yet another link between oral health and a serious health condition. The study, which was conducted at the University at Buffalo’s School of Public Health and Health Professions in New York, has concluded that gum disease may increase the risk for breast cancer in postmenopausal women. “These findings are useful […]
Dental Health and Heart Health ***UPDATED: August 29, 2016*** A recent report out of the Netherlands supports the growing mountain of evidence linking chronic gum disease with heart disease and stroke. An article from Medscape described the study which included more than 60,ooo dental patients, making it the largest of its kind to date. Researchers […]
It’s reasonable to assume that most major dental procedures will be accompanied by at least some pain or discomfort. In fact, before having dental work done, most patients want to know how much pain they should plan to experience. While managing pain with medication and sedation has never been easier or as safe, it has […]
Get Moving with the World’s First Caffeinated Toothpaste
Worried your morning coffee is ruining your teeth, but can’t give up your daily caffeine? Well, worry not! The world’s first caffeinated toothpaste is here! According to a recent article from the Dental Tribune, a U.S. startup has just launched Power Toothpaste, which promises the give you a little boost of energy during your morning […]
Do you hate going to the dentist for fear of facing the dreaded drill? If so, you’re 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 there’s 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 […]