When you think of squid, you might think of those big-eyed alien looking things jetting around the ocean depths. Or, you might think of a plate full of fried rubber bands you get as an appetizer at Applebee’s. Soon, however, you might be thinking of a visit to the dentist’s office thanks to a new…
You expect people to have strong opinions about politics, religion, their favorite sports teams and the latest Kardashian family exploits. However, you might be surprised to learn that they also have some pretty strong viewpoints about dental floss. But they do. And if you’re going to get in the flossing habit you, too, might form…
Unless you’re blessed with good genetics (be sure to thank mom and pop if you are!), getting straight teeth isn’t cheap. For years, wire braces were the only game in town. Average price you’re looking at there is around $5000. Then along came Invisalign©… Clear, plastic aligners that you can wear with very few people…
Imagine you’re half awake while brushing your teeth early one splendid morning. You spit in the sink and then stare down in horror. Blood! Noticing that red stained toothpaste dripping down the side of the sink will jolt you awake right quick. Is there reason to panic? Well, bleeding gums can be a sign of…
The sky is blue. Apples are red. Gums are pink. Right? Bit of a trick question there. Yes, all those statements are true. Just not all the time. The sky can be a magical mix of purples, pinks and oranges at sunset. Apples can be green or yellow too. And gums, well, they aren’t always…
In a recent interview Dr. James G. Kouzoukian highlighted the need of using interdental brushes instead of or in addition to flossing. This is particularly true for patients with periodontal disease and prosthetic dental work. Prevention of damage to the teeth and gums is better than restoring and repairing it. Therefore, Dr. Kouzoukian generally educates…
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…
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…
The chemicals used in e-cigarettes are just as damaging, if not moreso, to mouth cells than traditional cigarettes. This was the finding a recent study published in the journal Oncotarget. Even though e-cigarettes do not contain tobacco, they do contain other harmful chemicals including nicotine. In the study, e-cigarette vapor was found to cause damage…
If you’ve got crooked teeth and/or teeth that just don’t seem to fit together the way they should, then a visit to an orthodontist is in order. What is Orthodontics? Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that uses treatments like braces to help move your teeth so they are straight and fit together the way they…