Women who are postmenopausal with osteoporosis are at a greater risk of losing their teeth. Tooth loss can be both painful and embarrassing and have an impact on quality of life. A recent study conducted by researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine sought to find which treatment for tooth loss “provides […]
The rapid advances in technology have been changing the way we do things in many sectors and dentistry is no exception. One of the areas dentists are utilizing digital technology is in crowns. It used to be that if you had a cracked or broken tooth and needed a crown, you would have to go
Recent research published in the Cochrane Library found little evidence that the popular natural sweetener Xylitol prevents tooth decay and cavities. The researchers compiled data from 5,903 participants across 10 studies, but most study methods were so different, the authors could not combine the results. According to lead researcher, Philip Riley of the School of
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How To Prevent Plaque Buildup Remember how mom always said to brush and floss and stay away from the candy? Well, if you want to keep your teeth pearly white and avoid the dreaded cavity, you ought to listen! All you need to do is follow these simple steps to maintain a fabulous smile and
Are Cavities Contagious? We all know the age-old adage that sweets, sugar, and candy cause cavities. But did you ever wonder if cavities were contagious? Could you “catch” a cavity the same way you can catch the flu or a cold? Well, scientists say yes, indeed tooth decay is contagious. Bacteria that sticks to teeth and
Scientists have recently developed a new biomaterial that can reduce tooth sensitivity and rebuild worn enamel. The findings were reported in the journal ACS Nano by Chun-Pin Lin, a dentistry professor at National Taiwan University. Professor Chun-Pin Lin, along with colleagues from the university, developed the material, which is made from “a silica-based template containing
What Is Bad Breath (Halitosis)? Bad breath (halitosis) is the unpleasant odor produced when exhaling. More than 80 million people suffer from halitosis and the condition is unable to be eliminated with normal, consistent oral hygiene routines. Halitosis can be an embarrassing condition and some people are not even aware they suffer from it. What Causes
Fillings are a very common dental procedure but the material that dentists have traditionally used for fillings, amalgam, has fallen out of use. White composite filling materials which are indistinguishable from the tooth have taken the place of amalgam but they contain photoactive materials that must be hardened with light. The light cannot effectively penetrate
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Mercury Fillings For years there has been debate in the dental profession regarding the pros and cons of using silver amalgam fillings, which contain about 50% mercury, to restore cavities. While it has not been proven scientifically that the mercury in fillings can harm you, we have chosen to not use silver amalgam/mercury fillings, as
What We See Is What We Get To improve your care we\’ve invested in a new way of looking into your mouth—a procedure that\’s fast, and incredibly precise – digital x rays. What\’s even more amazing is that we get an image immediately that is large, clear, and accurate, right next to your chair…ready for
Do Women Need More Dental Attention? t tooth decay and gum disease. In fact, in every season of a woman\’s life, she\’s wise to take special precautions with regard to her oral health: during every monthly cycle, during pregnancy, and especially after menopause. First, monthly hormone fluctuations result in increased salivary proteins making women prone
Gum Disease: Serious But Treatable At least 80% of the population has some degree of gum disease and most don’t know it. Gum disease is responsible for up to 70% of adult tooth loss, and it does not give clear warning signs that an untrained eye would notice. A dentist or hygienist must do a
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