A recent study published in the journal Cancer Prevention Research suggests that infection with the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) could be linked to poor oral health, including gum disease. In the study, researchers from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in Houston analyzed data from the 2009-2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). This survey…
Dental implants are a revolutionary tooth replacement option that provides for replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth. Thanks to dental implants, people all around the world are able to once again eat the foods they love and speak, laugh, chew and smile with confidence. However, for many, the cost of dental…
It used to be that braces were associated with teen awkwardness and the middle school years. However, with the increasing popularity of adult braces, this is no longer the case. Advances in orthodontic dentistry such as clear aligner therapy, clear or ceramic braces and short-term orthodontics now provide a variety of attractive options for straightening…
If you are a working professional or a parent or both, you know how difficult it can be to get regular dental care for yourself and for the members of your family. If your job is really demanding, as most are, or if your employer is not very understanding, you may be hesitant to take…
The negative effects of poor dental health on your overall health and quality of life have already been well-established. However, a new study suggests that poor dental health may also be linked to Alzheimer’s disease: a devastating illness that causes confusion, dementia and a variety of other symptoms. The study was conducted by researchers at…
It is hard to believe that another school year is here…already. Where did the summer go? For many of us, the new school year represents a time to return to our routines. This may include getting a dental checkup. Your dental checkup is a great time to talk to your dentist about cosmetic dental solutions…
You only get one set of adult teeth. That is why it is so important to take care of the ones you have. With people living longer and longer today, you are going to need your teeth for a while! If you want to maintain healthy teeth and gums and a fully functional smile, here…
Technology has had a dramatic effect on our world. Just think about how different our daily life is today than it was ten years ago. Ten years ago, most people owned a cell phone and a home computer. These days, many people own a laptop, iPad, smart phone, iPod and more. We no longer send…
For years now, there has been an ongoing debate regarding the safety of amalgam dental fillings. Amalgam fillings contain Mercury, a known neurotoxin. For this reason, many worry that exposure to Mercury vapors emitted from Amalgam fillings could be harmful, particularly to children and pregnant women. In 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released…
It is summertime! Time to relax and hang out with your family and friends and to enjoy some downtime with your kids while they are out of school. Unfortunately, summer also means an increased number of dental traumas, especially among children. This is because kids are more likely to play outside during summer and to…
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