In an effort to better understand dental phobia, research comparing gender and emotional reaction to dental treatments has recently been published in the European Journal of Oral Sciences. While there isn’t a huge gap between the number of men who…
***UPDATED: June 16, 2015*** Researchers from the universities of Ferrara and Bologna believe that they have discovered evidence of fundamental dental procedures dating back to 14,000 years ago. The scientists discovered what they believe to be an infected tooth that…
As the New Year quickly approaches, many are already gearing up for the most common resolution, finally taking care of that waistline. But did you know that an exercise routine could do more than just shed a few unwanted pounds?…
Bruxism is the technical term for grinding of the teeth as well as severe clenching. It’s a very common affliction affecting millions of individuals. Most people, to some degree, grind or clench their teeth here and there, but when the…
The month of October is recognized as National Dental Hygiene Month and there is no better time to reevaluate your oral health. So many of us put off our oral health because of time, money, fear or convenience and it’s…
Sedation dentists across the nation struggle with getting their patients to floss regularly. Everyone knows how important it is, but people still choose to skip it from their daily routine. Sometimes it can hurt, cause bleeding and it’s simply a…
Many things can cause a toothache from cavities, molars, exposed roots and even a sinus infection. People don’t generally think of a sinus infection contributing to tooth pain, but it can be the cause of your pain. Maxillary sinuses are…
The Miami sedation dentistry world is continuously working hard to discover new and better ways to ensure a lifetime of healthy teeth. Many Miami dentists are now recommending a new line of self-testing that can help any patient maintain a…
Pretty much every brand of toothpaste now carries a whitening line to keep up with the competitive business of teeth whitening. You may have asked yourself if whitening toothpastes really work and if so how long will it take to…
Very interesting article on Yahoo! Shine today: “7 Worst Foods for Your Teeth” by The Editors at RealAge. We all know how bad table sugar is for our teeth and how it contributes directly to tooth decay, but there are…
