Nearly 40,000 people nationwide are diagnosed with oral cancer every year, resulting in approximately two dozen deaths daily. But according to the Dental PR News article, “Education and Exams for Oral Cancer Awareness Month,” there is something you can do…
***UPDATED: May 10, 2013*** The issue of fluoride, specifically of fluoridating public water sources, has been a hot topic in recent years. Despite nearly 50 years of research showing the oral health benefits of the mineral, controversy exists as to…
With Children’s Dental Health Month occurring last month, many recent stories in the dental care world have revolved around the rising rates of tooth decay in kids. Advice has been given about ensuring your children are brushing and flossing daily,…
Saliva and Oral Health ***UPDATED: November 15, 2014*** It looks like saliva as a more important role in oral health than we previously thought. A recent study has discovered that the mucus in saliva contains salivary mucins, a compound that…
If you suffer from chronic heartburn, new research indicates that you should not only be concerned about your esophagus, but your teeth as well. The condition, gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, occurs when the acidic contents of the stomach escape…
Poor oral hygiene can often lead to a number of dental health problems, many of which are often pretty painful. One of the most common ailments is gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums. A good way to avoid this issue,…
Dental implants are a safe and effective way to replace missing or damaged teeth. Millions of patients have undergone the procedure, but are often unable to chew food until the implant becomes fixated to the bone, which can take up…
***UPDATED: March 7, 2013*** And the bad news keeps rolling in. According to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association and described in a Science Daily article, postmenopausal women who either currently smoke, or have…
***UPDATED: May 6, 2015*** New evidence shows that eliminating Medicaid dental benefits for adults results in a significant increase in costs for emergency care. A recent study has found that the elective status of dental coverage in California has led…
Recently, CBS News published an article on their website called “7 troublesome ways teens destroy their teeth,” in honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month. The article discusses some of the habits that are often displayed in teens that negatively…
