***UPDATED: November 30, 2015*** A recent study has confirmed that cognitive behavioral therapy can help with a range of psychological problems, including the reduction of dental anxiety. The study was published in the British Dental Journal and included the analysis…
Access to proper dental care is an issue for many Americans, but a recent survey singled out one demographic that could be at the most risk for developing oral disease. The study found that the older adult population in the…
***UPDATED: February 26, 2016*** Oral-B just released their new ‘Genius’ toothbrush, and it could change the way we all brush our teeth. The brush uses “Position Detection Technology,” which incorporates a sensor in the brush and the camera on your…
Did you know that millions of people, all around the world, suffer from dental phobia? The thought of getting a filling, one of the most common dental procedures, is enough to keep many of them from visiting their dentist, resulting…
What Can a Saliva Test Tell You? ***UPDATED: August 5, 2016*** Researchers have discovered that a small amount of saliva can provide a great amount of information, including stress level, DNA and the prevalence of some diseases. The Institute for…
While it’s hard for us to believe, seeing as we’re such a fantastic bunch, we’ve heard through the grapevine that people don’t always enjoy visiting the dentist. How on Earth can that be? (Insert chuckle here) In all seriousness though,…
The Journal of the American Dental Association has confirmed that dental treatments involving anesthesia are safe for pregnant women. It is a long-standing myth that while with child, women should avoid visiting the dentist. In fact, nothing could be further…
While they might not occur as often as other accidents, dental emergencies do happen, and knowing how to handle them immediately could mean the difference between losing your tooth or saving it. The first step in with any accident involving…
Whether you’re eagerly waiting for or dreading the day, parents of young children know that the school year is right around the corner. As a parent, you’re probably busy ticking several items off your ever-growing to-do list: buying all the…
A new British study has highlighted the importance of patient/dentist relations, especially in terms of detecting signs of trouble. According to a recent article from Fox News, researchers questioned 75 people who had received dental implants over the previous year.…
