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Heading Back to School? Stop at the Dentist First
With the month of August quickly approaching, many families are beginning to think about back to school season. Shopping for school supplies, fall fashions, and even dormitory furnishings are just a few examples of how parents and college students spend the last few weeks of summer. While busy running around from Target to Macy’s, most […]
No More Needles
Millions of Americans are affected by some form of oral disease, and most cases are considered preventable. Individuals who do not follow a consistent, effective oral hygiene routine, including brushing twice a day and flossing regularly, put themselves at a much greater risk of developing a health problem. Many also avoid going to the dentist, […]
The Oral Health Habits of the Baby Boomer Generation
***UPDATED: October 30, 2013*** While Obamacare is expected to help millions of Americans purchase health insurance for the first time, dental insurance is not included in the health care reform law. Studies have shown that people who have dental insurance are more likely to get regular dental care, but unfortunately, only about 2% of older […]
Colgate Teams with the Hispanic Dental Association
Did you know that almost 40% of Hispanic adults in America live with untreated oral disease? That rate is nearly double that of the non-Hispanic population. Similarly, Hispanic children are twice as likely to have untreated cavities as compared with their non-Hispanic counterparts. Clearly there is a disparity in oral health among the Hispanic population […]
Controversial Oral Health Clinics in NYC Schools
It is no secret that there is a lack of access to dental care across the United States, and The Department of Education in New York is planning to do something about it. According to a recent New York Post article, beginning next year, oral health-care clinics will provide cleanings, cavity-fillings, oral health education, and […]
New Tool to Prevent Tooth Decay
Preventative treatment is usually the first line of defense against disease, and with the help of modern technology, many individuals are taking advantage of the ability to assess their risk for developing a medical condition. Famous actress, Angelina Jolie, has recently been in the news for such treatment. After undergoing a series of tests, the […]
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