For years, it has been a known fact that fluoride is bad for your teeth after years of being told that it helps fight tooth decay. Do you know why it’s bad though? Even more, here’s why chocolate may be better for you then fluoride, despite original beliefs that chocolate is nothing but a sugary…
Tooth enamel is the name of that hard and thin material protecting the main body (dentin) of your teeth. Enamel protects your teeth from extreme temperatures as well as average, daily wear and tear. It is important to keep in mind your enamel can endure damage. Your dentin, however, cannot. In time, enamel will repair…
Many thoughts may be running through your head when you think of a papoose board. You imagine your screaming child in a device that looks something like a strait jacket. As this image may be terrifying, there are a few factors which should be considered when taking your child to the dentist. The first factor…
Let’s face it we have all grown up with a myth or two or maybe twenty that we will go through life and for some even die believing. Some are somewhat universal no matter where on the globe you are. Others vary for many reasons for example race, culture and religion to name a few.…
Gum Disease and Alzheimer’s is there a connection? Could poor oral hygiene/gum disease deteriorate your mind? Sadly, it seems as if the answer is yes! The University of Florida (UF) Dental College has led the pack with their research on the topic. Currently, the most substantial data and support to date to tie inadequate oral…
Anyone who has ever been to the dentist knows that dental hygiene is extremely important. You know that you should brush your teeth every day. You should use floss and mouthwash regularly. It is also strongly suggested that you make sure you go to the dentist twice a year. A nicely balanced diet can be…
Keeping your memory sharp into old age can be directly affected by the steps you take to maintain good oral health throughout life. Research suggests, in adults, an association between tooth loss and a more rapid decrease in memory. According to a study published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society, individuals with no natural…
You may not think that your oral health and your sex life have much to do with each other, but recent evidence shows quite the opposite. Multiple studies have been conducted in the last five or so years that have found proof that low sex drive and gum disease may go hand in hand. See,…
Gum disease is a growing condition in the US and many patients who have gum disease are unaware of it until they go in for a dental checkup. Periodontitis is considered to be the severe form of gum disease and develops after gingivitis is left untreated. Periodontitis can cause serious complications with your teeth and…
When you think of something that is contagious, cavities probably do not come to mind. You may be quite surprised to find out that cavities are in fact believed to be contagious. There are a variety of ways you can transfer a cavity from one person to the next. Learn more about what you are…