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Water Fluoridation Guidelines Revised
Fluoride has been used in public water sources for decades in an attempt to improve the oral health of Americans, but in recent years has been surrounded by controversy. Arguments that the added mineral contributes to the development of autism, or that ingestion of too much fluoride can lower the IQ of children, have continually […]
The All-Important Dental Hygienist
Dental hygienists play a very important role in every dentist’s office. Typically, a patient sees the dentist for analysis of X-rays, a dental exam, or when a problem arises. Hygienists usually take care of the preventative measures, and in the dental industry, prevention is key. Dental hygienists often are responsible for cleaning teeth, which includes […]
Composite vs Silver Fillings
When you visit the dentist for a routine exam and cleaning, your dentist will look for evidence of any dental caries, or cavities. If tooth decay is detected, a filling will likely be recommend a filling, often times a composite resin to be exact. A composite filling is a mixture of plastic and glass that […]
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month: Have You Been Screened?
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Have you had your screening yet? All patients who make an appointment for a cleaning in April will receive a free oral cancer screening. Schedule your appointment today! Early detection is key in treating and surviving oral cancer. An estimated 43,250 new cases are diagnosed each year. Survival rate […]
Study Suggest Xylitol May Not Live Up to Expectations
***UPDATED: November 5, 2015*** Orthodontic patients with fixed appliances have been shown to be susceptible to oral health issues, like dental caries. In an effort to minimize risk, patients have often been advised to chew gums or mints containing xylitol, a sweetening substance that has previously been thought to have decay-preventing qualities. However, according to […]
Understanding Dental Pain and Brain Function
There’s been a new discovery in dental anesthesia, helping professionals better understand dental pain and hopefully how to limit it. While local anesthesia has been used in dentistry for over a century, no one ever understood how the pain is associated with brain mechanisms. According to a recent Dental Tribune article, new research has now […]
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