You may not think so, but it’s very important to discuss medications with your implant dentist. This includes thinks like tobacco and herbal supplements in addition to “traditional” medications. Getting a dental implant may seem simple and straightforward, but it is a rather involved procedure. And in order for your dentist to do the best…
Missing teeth could affect more than the appearance of your smile, according to a new study. A team of British researchers found a connection between tooth loss and physical and cognitive decline in older adults. Dr. Georgios Tsakos and his colleagues at the University College London studied more than 3,100 adults ages 60 and older…
You wouldn’t think there could be much innovation in toothpaste but you’d apparently be wrong. This new product is going to make toothpaste better and it’s coming to the US in 2017. So what is this new ingredient? It’s bioactive glass. Using a toothpaste with bioactive glass can help significantly reduce tooth decay and also…
Research has found significant connections between periodontitis and systemic health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and even Alzheimer’s disease. But while studies of periodontitis and levels of testosterone have suggested a relationship between the two, identifying a connection has been less conclusive. Despite the study being inconclusive, researchers found enough of a link to believe further…
The repeal of the Affordable Care Act, as well as Block Grants would cause millions of people to lose their dental care. The new proposal that could happen under President Donald Trump, will affect dental coverage for millions. This would be due to the way the administration and Congressional Republicans indicates they want to repeal…
There is a natural tooth repair method that could revolutionize dental treatments. It was discovered by a team of researchers from King’s College London. Currently, dentists use man made cements or fillings to treat larger cavities (which are often caused by trauma or infection). A shortfall of this treatment, however, is that regular mineral level…
What is sedation dentistry? Does just the thought of going to the dentist get your heart racing and palms sweaty? If so, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that between 9% and 15% of the American population don’t go to the dentist each year because of a fear of the dentist or “dental phobia”. Because this…
Receding gums are a condition that many people face. And when they do, there are common causes (physical wear of the gums and inflammation being two of the biggies) as well as certain treatment options available to people who have them. Receding gums often go unnoticed at the early stage. People should be concerned about…
Tooth bonding. Kind of sounds like you’re spending some quality one-on-one time getting to know your tooth. You can certainly do that if it floats your boat, but that’s not what we’re talking about here. Dental bonding (also known as tooth bonding) is about the easiest procedure you can find to improve the appearance of your…
Your smile is the first thing people notice and the first impression of you that they carry with them. And ceramic implants are one option to help you get the perfect smile you are looking for. Ceramic implants have improved in structure and design and are now becoming a viable alternative to metal implants. The…