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New Method to Decrease Dental Implant Failure
Restorative dentistry is a huge business, with over 18 million Americans having a crown, bridge or dental implants to replace missing teeth. And according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), the number of implants increases annually by about 500,000. While dental implants are an effective treatment option, approximately 5 to 10% of all […]
Poor Oral Health and Diabetic Children
A study funded by the Endocrine Foundation and Colgate-Palmolive has found that children with Type 2 diabetes tend to have poorer oral health than those who do not suffer from the disease. According to a recent article from UBNow, a publication out of the University of Buffalo, the study, the first of its kind, was […]
DIY Teeth Whitening: What Not to Do
As consumers, most of us are always looking to save a buck. And in the “Pinterest era,” many are often on the hunt for not only cheap, but easy DIY solutions to some of life’s biggest battles. Can’t get that red wine stain out of your shirt? There’s a Pinterest hack for that. Looking for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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