Dental Anxiety: Regular visits to the dentist are important for maintaining good oral health but anxiety or fear of the dentist keeps many Americans from visiting on a regular basis. In fact, a 2009 study conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that dental anxiety
The positive effects that dairy products have on bone health have been well known but very little attention has been given to how dairy products affect oral health. A recent study published in the May/ June 2013 issue of General Dentistry investigated the effect of cheese and dairy products on
The international oral health situation is looking pretty dismal as a recent report shows that billions of people around the world are suffering from a variety of untreated dental problems. This report led by Professor Wagner Marcenes of the Institute of Dentistry at Queen Mary, University of London, was recently
Of all the injuries and illnesses that affect our veterans and troops who have been stationed overseas, their dental health is often overlooked. Veterans exhibit an array of dental problems that may be the result of spotty oral hygiene and overconsumption of sugary drinks in combat and may include conditions
Many people believe they should throw away their toothbrush after experiencing a sore throat, cold, or other illness to prevent reinfection. But is this necessary? At Wilhite Plano Dentist, we provide you with accurate information based on the latest research to help you make the best decision for your oral
Chewing Gum Can Improve Oral Health Most of us have been told our entire lives that gum is bad for our teeth for a number of reasons including its sticky quality, sugar content (some gum types), the soreness it causes to the jaw, and the problems it causes to traditional
Studies Show Coffee Decreases Tooth Decay Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages throughout the world with 54% of Americans drinking coffee daily. Most coffee drinkers consume it for the energy boost with little concern about how it can affect their health. However, coffee can have several health
Scientists Bioengineer Teeth from Gum Cells If you have missing teeth that you are looking to replace with dental implants, you may soon be able to replace them with new teeth developed from your own gum cells. Professor Paul Sharpe of King’s College London led the research in bioengineered teeth
A recent study that appeared in the journal Nature Genetics has found that humans have lost diversity in their oral bacteria over the past 7,500 years which scientists attribute to chronic oral diseases in modern humans. This study was done by researchers from the University of Adelaide’s Australian Centre for
Scientists may have taken a major step towards understanding the microbiology of oral bacteria by cracking the genetic code of the bacteria linked to periodontitis. Periodontitis is a gum infection in which the gums react to bacterial plaque build-up with inflammation. This condition causes damage to the bone and soft
Using Mouthrinse More Effective Than Just Tooth Brushing Most people are accustomed to brushing their teeth at least once a day but the use of mouthrinse is not heavily encouraged and only some people make a daily habit of rinsing. Recently, the peer-reviewed journal General Dentistry of the Academy of
Zoom Teeth Whitening in Plano, TX Dr. David Wilhite provides Zoom teeth whitening in Plano, TX. Dr. Wilhite is a general dentist with over 30 years experience treating patients and helping transform smiles. He specializes in general and family dentistry as well as cosmetic dentistry including full mouth restorations. Our smile
