In the world of orthodontics, traditional fixed orthodontic appliances (FOA) are king. Almost all patients, especially children and adolescence are treated using metal braces, but that might all change after a few studies have shown that clear aligners might be…
Did you know that several studies have suggested that men are less likely to take care of their oral health needs when compared to their female counterparts? They often fail to seek preventive dental care and only visit the dentist…
If you’ve been on this planet a while, chances are you’ve heard some pretty common dental myths. For example, if you’ve experienced a toothache, someone may have suggested putting an aspirin next to the tooth to soothe the pain quickly.…
Regular consumption of alcohol has been shown to have adverse effects on one’s health. Chronic heavy drinking has been linked to several diseases, such as anemia, cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, high blood pressure, and pancreatitis, to name just a few.…
A new study has great news for individuals living in the Sunshine State. According to a recent article from the British Dental Health Foundation, research has found support for a previously established connection between a lack of sunlight and gum…
If you know how to properly care for your oral health, then you know that you’re supposed to brush twice a day (for at least two minutes), floss regularly and visit your dentist bi-annually. Simple, right? Unfortunately, the majority of…
Tooth loss is a reality for many people, especially postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Women who are concerned with their appearance already struggle after menopause with weight gain, hair loss, an increase in facial hair and other disturbing side effects. Missing…
A new study conducted by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed a startling number of adults, age 30 and older, suffering from periodontitis. Even more, they concluded that certain ethnic groups in our country are…
Last week, the Hispanic Dental Association (HDA) joined forces with Colgate-Palmolive once again for their annual Oral Health Month campaign. Kick-off events took place on June 2, with a special launch event at Los Angeles’s Plaza Mexico. In addition to…
Startling new statistics have confirmed what cosmetic dentists around the world already knew: many people are unhappy with their smiles. According to a recent article from Dentistry Today, more than a quarter of participants claimed that they didn’t like to…
