Dental implants are one of the most successful, effective methods of tooth replacement. And while success rates have been reported as high as 98%, dental implant failure is still an issue that some have to face. In most cases, it’s the body’s inflammatory response that causes rejection of the implant, but researchers in Canada claim […]
***UPDATED: March 23, 2017*** Researchers have discovered that consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks has dropped an average of 7.6% in the first 2 years of Mexico’s tax. The beverage industry initially claimed that the effect of the tax declined after the first year, however this new study found otherwise. According to a recent Medscape article, consumption […]
Did you know that your smile is the first thing that someone notices when they meet you? Don’t worry if you’re not completely happy with this important attribute though, because improving your smile can be as simple as a quick trip to your dentist. Teeth whitening is one of the most effective and economical ways […]
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 […]