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…
Lasers have been used in the field of dentistry since 1994 and their applications continue to expand. As a result, many innovative dental practices throughout the United States are now offering laser dentistry. Currently, dental lasers are being used for the following dental applications: Laser Cavity Detection – dental lasers can be used to detect…
For years we have known that bacteria in the mouth causes gum disease or periodontitis. However, the specific bacterium was not identified until recently. Recently, this bacterium was identified as NI1060. A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Michigan and published in the journal Cell Host and Microbe, reports that NI1060 not…
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical compound that is used in the composition of plastics and resins. It is currently used in the manufacturing of many brands of plastic cups, food containers and baby bottles in the United States and many other countries. Many public health officials have become concerned that exposure to BPA may…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 19% of children between the ages of two and nineteen have untreated dental caries (cavities). The statistics show that approximately the same percentage of boys and girls have untreated cavities and that the percentages of cavities is higher in black and Hispanic children…
I once heard someone say that, “A good friend is someone who will tell you when you have bad breath.” Bad breath is a common problem that can be very embarrassing to deal with. Some cases of bad breath can be caused by eating certain foods such as onions or garlic. This type of bad…
Despite advances in dental technology and improved access to education regarding oral hygiene, tooth loss remains a problem for many people in the United States. So how does the state of Georgia compare to other states when it comes to tooth loss? According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia is ranked #9…
We all know how important it is to take care of your teeth. That is why it is vitally important to visit your dentist for routine dental healthcare. It is recommended that most people visit the dentist every six months for a dental cleaning and examination. If you have issues with your dental health such…
Porcelain Veneers are an advanced cosmetic dental procedure that can be used to give you a more balanced, brighter and more beautiful smile. They can be used to improve the appearance of teeth that are gapped, unevenly spaced, misaligned, crooked, discolored or otherwise unattractive. The process involves laminating extremely-thin, custom shells made of porcelain to…
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