Dental Sedation and Your Child: What You Need to Know
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, has been safely used in sedation dentistry for over a century. It can be especially helpful with the treatment of children, who often have a difficult time tolerating most dental procedures. But with all of the sedation-gone-wrong stories in the news, and a general lack of knowledge, it’s understandable why […]
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have recently discovered the key to a successful smile, and you may find it surprising. Historically, symmetry has often been credited with producing the most beautiful smile, but this new study, published in the PLOS ONE journal, shows that may not be the case. According to a recent article […]
Osteoporosis Treatment and the Oral Health of Women
New research further confirms the impact hormones can have on a women’s oral health. According to a recent Science Daily article, scientists at the University at Buffalo have concluded that estrogen treatment for osteoporosis may help prevent gum disease in postmenopausal women. Estrogen naturally decreases as women go through the hormonal changes of menopause, increasing […]
Do you ever wonder why you wake up every morning with bad breath? Even if you brush the recommended two minutes, twice daily and floss regularly, you likely find that your morning breath is less than desireable. While this unpleasant fact is somewhat normal, there are several reasons your halitosis, or bad breath, may be […]
Have you jumped on the LaCroix bandwagon? If so, you’re not alone. In just a few short years, the sparkling water drink has gone from a no-name beverage to cult status, and sales are booming. As more and more Americans shift their diet away from sugar, soda sales have dropped and LaCroix started showing up […]
School will be back in session before we know it, and more and more districts are requiring students to have a dental exam before beginning the year. “We can help spot and take care of any issues so your child doesn’t have to miss class once schools starts,” American Dental Association (ADA) pediatric dentist, Dr. […]