STUDY: Wine May Help Fight Bad Breath
Good news wine drinkers. A new study suggests that drinking wine may protect teeth by destroying the bacteria that causes cavities, gum disease — even bad breath. This news comes after many years of warnings about wine's acidic content, which was previously shown to...
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Day, Night, Afternoon? Does it Matter When You Brush Your Teeth?
We know that brushing twice (and flossing at least once!) a day is ideal for preventing oral health problems — but, does it matter when you brush your teeth? While most of us have their evening routines down pat, there are questions surrounding the best time to brush...
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Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth… And Do We Really Need Them?
Wisdom teeth: Where did they come from, and why do we have them? Anthropologists believe wisdom teeth were the evolutionary answer to our ancestor’s early diet of rough food – like leaves, roots, nuts and meats. The wisdom teeth added more chewing power. Our diet...
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Study Shows New Probiotic Pill May Prevent Cavities
We know that probiotics are great for our gut health — but now scientists say so-called "good bacteria" may also help us prevent cavities. Scientists in Florida say they are on the brink of developing a probiotic pill that'll fight cavities by regulating the pH in...
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The Best (and Worst) Easter Candy for Teeth
Watching my grandchildren hunt for candy-filled Easter eggs is fun and exciting, but it always makes me stop and ponder just how much junk candy is out there. Marketing Easter candy is big business, and it's really children who lose. It's easy to think, "Oh, one piece...
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Study: Smokers Put Themselves and Their Pets at Risk for Health Problems
We know that smoking puts people at risk for serious oral health and respiratory cancers, but now a new study finds that smokers are also putting their pets in jeopardy. In fact, experts claims that passive smoking is even more harmful to pets than it is to humans....
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Digital Dental XRays Make Life Easier (and Safer) for Patients
While dental X-rays emit low amounts of radiation and every precaution is taken to protect patients from exposure, some patients are still put off by dental X-rays for safety reasons. Dental X-rays also bring up other issues for patients, including the wait time for...
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[WATCH] This Dentist’s Drill Plays Music For Kids With Dental Anxiety
Any parent knows that sometimes getting a child into the dentist's chair is no easy feat. After all, the sound of the dentist's drill is notoriously evil. And, its reputation is not exactly flattering. So, what's a dentist to do when I child is kicking and screaming...
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[HOW TO] Get Your Teeth Picture-Perfect for Wedding Day Photos
Wedding season is right around the corner. And, while a wedding only lasts for a day, photos are forever. That means you'll want to ensure that your smile will look great on the big day. Even if you don't think you're photogenic, there are plenty of ways to get your...
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What to Look For in a Teeth Whitening Mouthwash
Here across Southern California, teeth whitening is incredibly popular. In fact, it's possibly the fastest and most inexpensive way to improve your smile. (RELATED: Teeth Whitening FAQs - What to Know Before You Buy) From an in-office bleaching treatment to using...
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