What’s your reason for not flossing? I go to the dentist twice a year for a checkup. I’ve always worried about my teeth—almost every tooth in my mouth has a filling. However, with all my concerns, I still don’t do what I’m supposed to do to try to keep my pearly whites healthy. I don’t […]
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Why Dental Implants Represent the Best Solution
Dental anesthesia was invented and implemented around the 1950s. Those of you, who remember this revolutionary breakthrough in the field, are able to acknowledge that this fact had the most positive impact on the field of dentistry in general. Since nerve sensation could be blocked successfully, dentists could perform even some of the most complex […]
People With Diabetes at Higher Risk for Developing Gum Disease
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diabetes affects nearly 24 million people in the United States. In observance of National Diabetes Month, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages those with diabetes to pay extra attention to their oral health. Studies have shown that those with diabetes are more susceptible to […]
Wisdom Teeth 101
Why are these molars such a pain for so many kids? Learn about the name, why they’re pesky – and when they should be removed, if at all KRISTEN J. GOUGH Despite the name, wisdom teeth have nothing to do with your smarts. In fact, these molars at the very back of your jaw are […]
How Does Diabetes Affect Oral Health
It is estimated that up to 20 million people have diabetes, but only two-thirds of these individuals are diagnosed. Studies have shown that diabetics are more susceptible to the development of oral infections and periodontal (gum) disease than those who do not have diabetes. Oral infections tend to be more severe in diabetic patients than […]