February 3, 2023
Fluoride is a mineral added to drinking water for decades to improve dental health. However, only some enjoy fluoride in their drinking water, and many wonder if filtering their water can remove this mineral...
January 31, 2023
Water filtration systems have become a popular choice for many households looking to improve the quality of their drinking water. ZeroWater and Brita are two of the most well-known brands in the market, with millions of users worldwide. While Brita uses a basic filtration system, ZeroWater...
January 30, 2023
There's nothing better than pouring a glass of pure water on a hot summer's day, knowing the water has been cleaned and purified of impurities, sediments and fluoride. However, with so many brands and filters available...
January 26, 2023
As a dentist, I know the importance of fluoride in maintaining strong and healthy teeth. But with recent concerns over fluoride levels in drinking water, many people are turning to reverse osmosis systems to remove it...
January 23, 2023
As a dentist, I often get asked if fluoride can whiten teeth. Unfortunately, the short answer is no; fluoride cannot directly whiten teeth. However, it does have many benefits for oral health...
December 11, 2022
Pediatric dentists specialize in preventing, managing, and treating dental diseases in children and patients with special needs. After completing four years of dental school, they meet an additional 2 to 3 years of training...
December 9, 2022
Early childhood caries (ECC) is a destructive oral health disease that affects infants and preschool children worldwide. What's involved? ECC is the presence of one or more decayed, missing, or filled primary teeth in children five and younger.
December 3, 2022
What's the difference between fluoride varnish and fluoride treatment? Fluoride is a hot topic today, especially in the dental office. There are many questions about fluoride, including its effectiveness, safety and necessity. Is it safe for children? It's so expensive; is it worth it?
December 2, 2022
Truthbrush is the world's FIRST fitness tracker for your mouth! Gone are the days of slacking off while your brush. Never miss a spot to clean again. The Truthbrush is an innovative solution to track all brushing movements on a manual or electric toothbrush. Slide the tracker onto your brush head and brush away.
November 3, 2022
SNOW Cosmetics is positioning itself as a premier oral care company. They offer many oral care products and facial cosmetic products. Check out their site HERE to learn more. As a dentist and after reviewing their products, I approve of their LED...
November 3, 2022
SNOW's LED Whitening Electric Toothbrush is called the "Apple of Oral Care" because it cleans AND whitens teeth. This toothbrush does it all! It also features an active blue LED light offering whitening support while brushing. In addition, four unique brushing modes...
October 28, 2022
Have you recently visited the dentist for a basic cleaning only to hear you have gingivitis? You’re not alone; 94% of Americans have gingivitis. If gingivitis is left untreated, it can progress into gum disease, also known as...
October 28, 2022
Pregnancy and the baby's development inside a mother's womb is a beautiful miracle; however, it doesn't come without swollen legs, body aches and labor pains. In addition, hormones are in constant flux, preparing the mother for the baby's arrival. Progesterone and estrogen...
October 25, 2022
Although I've never treated a patient with acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG), I can only imagine the pungent odor that would be evident within the office walls. As a dentist, I know the smell of periodontal disease. It's a distinct odor that occurs...
October 21, 2022
Dr. B Dental Solutions was founded by Dr. Lorin Berland, DDS, after hearing the needs of thousands of denture patients. While practicing for 35 years, he realized that dental treatments had improved drastically; however, the products available to care for...