What is in my water? There is some debate over drinking tap water versus drinking filtered or bottled water. Both have their advantages and disadvantages and everyone is entitled to their own opinion. But as dentists, we encourage children to drink fluoridated tap water to help them develop strong teeth. Since the introduction of fluoride…
‘Smart Toothbrush’ Wins Reality Show In the past ten years there have been some incredible advancements in technology. These changes have completely revolutionized the way we live our day to day lives. Fitness trackers help us work out more efficiently and nutrition apps help us eat better. So why not use a toothbrush that will…
Does grinding your teeth contribute to fatigue? There are many people that wake up feeling tired no matter when they went to bed. Many people clench and grind their teeth at night (whether they know it or not). We used to think that these were two separate issues that should be treated differently. But recent…
New E-Cigarette rules and how do they affect oral health? The FDA recently announced that it will regulate electronic cigarettes and their sales in a way that is similar to other tobacco products. USA Today reported this past week that the “FDA would have to approve all tobacco products not currently regulated that hit stores…
Tobacco Use Among Teenagers Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of death in America and usually begins during the adolescent years. During this time it is important to discuss some of the dangers of tobacco to make sure they don’t begin smoking cigarettes or other tobacco related products. What is the prevalence of use?…
Can your teeth reveal signs of disease? Believe it or not, we are looking for more than just cavities whenever we examine your teeth. We evaluate your bite, your jaw joint (TMJ), and the surrounding tissue. During a thorough exam we look for signs or symptoms that may tell us other things about your overall…
Are you brushing your teeth correctly? Reader’s Digest recently came out with a list of ways you may be brushing your teeth the wrong way. This is relevant because many people can cause serious harm to their teeth by using improper techniques. Let’s take a look at each tip they listed. You’re brushing too hard:…
There have recently been some people blogging about the benefits of using activated charcoal to whiten teeth. It is a black, powdery substance that has been used to treat accidental drug overdose in hospitals or poison control centers. So I was obviously a little surprised to hear people were touting its teeth whitening benefits. Let’s look a little deeper into what we do and don’t know about activated charcoal.
There has been some recent coverage of a student from the New Jersey Institute of Technology who used a 3D printer and laser scanner to create plastic aligners to improve his smile. It is the equivalent of do-it-yourself Invisalign. But is this a DIY project that is worth the risk?
There was a recent article in TIME magazine discussing how important and safe mouth wash is in your normal oral hygiene routine. Below we will discuss some of the benefits and limitations of different mouth rinse options.
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