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New 2-in-1 Toothbrush is First of Its Kind
Do you struggle with flossing regularly? A startup company out of Virginia may have the convenient solution you’re looking for. After developing its product over the last two years, Flossy Brush has just launched a new 2-in-1 dental cleaning tool, combining a manual toothbrush on one end with a flossing instrument on the other. As […]
The More You Know: Sedation Dentistry
The use of sedation in dentistry has grown immensely in the last several years and is now used in many dental practices. Whether it’s necessary to complete an invasive procedure or to help calm anxiety for a tooth cleaning, sedation dentistry is a safe, effective practice that has changed the way many view their dental […]
Successful Treatment of Fearful Dental Patients
Did you know that up to 40% of people have some level of dental anxiety? Thankfully, advancements in sedation have allowed for easier treatment of fearful patients, and many dentists now use nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral or intravenous drugs in their offices. But the dental professionals at Tufts School of Dental Medicine, which […]
Take Action: Prescription Drug Disposal
After a dental procedure, your dentist may prescribe you a medication to help relieve pain. These medications, such as hydrocodone or oxycodone, are very effective at minimizing post-operative pain, but sometimes, when used by someone other than the patient, they can pose a dangerous threat. Unfortunately, prescription medications have become a major source of drug […]
Nitrous Oxide and Sedation Dentistry: A Standard of Safety
Nitrous oxide-oxygen (N2O-O2), also known as laughing gas, has safely been used for sedation in dentistry for decades. Today, it is used primarily for anxiety management because fear and anxiety are both associated with a lowered pain threshold and increased patient discomfort. Due to its extremely safe and ease of use, licensed dental hygienists have […]
The Dental Care of Baby Teeth
According to a recent article from the Stanly News & Press, parents and caregivers might be undervaluing the importance of dental care for their children’s “baby teeth.” Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that only 63% of children, aged two to four, see the dentist at least annually. Past research has […]
Dental Phobia and Your Oral Health
Visiting the dentist is a critical component of achieving and maintaining good oral health, which we now know is extremely important to overall health and wellness. While most dental procedures are painless, simply having an exam can cause some people to feel stress and anxiety. Most people can handle these feelings, but for those living […]
Oral Cancer: Are You at Risk?
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and the most effective way to raise awareness is through education. According to a recent article from MouthHealthy.org, approximately 49,750 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer in 2017. While regular visits to your dentist can help with early detection, being aware of some of the top risk factors […]
Tooth Replacement and Digital Dentistry
Last week, National Prosthodontics Awareness Week was observed around the country, including at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry Postgraduate Prosthodontics Clinic, where professionals worked on educating the public about tooth replacement options and other oral health issues. The initiative was started by the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP). Prosthodontics is one of only […]
Canker Sores: Enlightening New Research
New research has shed some light on recurrent aphthous stomatitis, or canker sores. For those who suffer from them, the treatment options aren’t always effective and the pain, substantial. The new research, out of Sahlgrenska Academy in Sweden, has discovered new reasons behind the condition, hopefully leading to easier prevention and more effective treatments. “There […]
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