Whether or not you should use prescription fluoride toothpaste depends on your cavity-risk potential and the determination by your dentist. For example, if you are at high risk for tooth decay, have sensitive teeth…
Fluoride in drinking water is a hotly debated topic. Some people desire fluoride benefits, while others want it removed from their water. Does boiling water remove fluoride? In this article, we’ll dive into the science behind boiling water…
Access to clean and safe drinking water is necessary for human survival, yet many communities worldwide struggle with water contamination. For example, fluoride, a naturally occurring chemical, is often added…
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…
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…
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.
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?
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Gum inflammation occurs when bacteria in the mouth localize above and below the gum line triggering an inflammatory response. If this bacteria is not removed, it can lead to gum disease, also known as periodontal disease…
We highlight each product’s unique, advertised benefits, identify their pros and cons and score each one from 1 to 5 based on four categories. The toothpaste with the highest score is crowned the overall champion; however…
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