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February 18, 2011

Fixing the Gaping Gap

David Letterman, Condaleeza Rice and model Lauren Hutton have always worn the gaps between their two front teeth with pride – but most people want the gap gone. The gap is known as a diastema and can be corrected by several methods. One way to close the gap is by using dental braces. For those who are seeking immediate gratification, […]
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February 1, 2011

Sedation Dentistry May Be The Answer

Fear of dentists is a popular topic for TV comedians. If you suffer from dental anxiety, however, you know that it is no laughing matter. Some studies suggest that up to 75% of the population experiences some type of anxiety over dental visits. For most patients this is merely mild anxiety but some people delay or avoid dental treatment for […]
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January 10, 2011

Fluoride – Are We Getting Too Much?

For the first time in almost 50 years the federal government will reduce the recommended levels for fluoride in water supplies. While fluoride in drinking water is credited with slashing the rates of tooth decay it seems that some kids are getting too much. About 40% of adolescents have spots or streaks on their teeth because of too much fluoride. […]
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December 30, 2010

Resolve to Save Your Smile in 2011

Do you make New Year’s Resolutions each year?  How many times have you actually kept one of your resolutions?  Most of us don’t last long with resolutions because they tend to involve meeting pretty big goals that we have set for ourselves:Lose 20 pounds Work out 5 days per week Quit smoking Stop nagging my spouse Lose 20 pounds Here […]
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December 6, 2010

Put Dental Damage on Ice

Do you crunch on the ice in your soft drinks? Can’t wait to get to the center of that Tootsie Pop so you bite instead of lick?  Both are common ways that people chip their teeth. Other people grind or clench teeth, many times at night so they don’t even realize they are doing it until their dentist sees damage. […]
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December 2, 2010

Alzheimer's Disease Linked to Mercury Fillings

Yet another reason to get those old mercury amalgam fillings out of your mouth.  The November issue of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease states that inorganic mercury, the type found in dental amalgams, likely is a contributing cause of Alzheimer’s disease. A systematic review of 106 studies found that the symptoms and features of Alzheimer’s disease were reproduced, or occurred […]
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November 18, 2010

Cosmetic Dentistry Vs. General Dentistry

Many people think they they will never need a cosmetic dentist, after all cosmetic dentistry is just for “Hollywood types”.  This idea couldn’t be further from the truth.  For example, one of your front teeth is broken accidentally.  Repairing this tooth will require placing a crown (or a cap as some people call them).  All dentists are trained to prepare […]
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November 9, 2010

Costa Mesa Resolves to Ban Mercury Dental Amalgam

The California city of Costa Mesa has become the first American municipality  to pass a resolution calling for banning the use of dental amalgam.   The silver colored filling material is controversial because about half of it is mercury, a known neurotoxin.  The resolution passed by the city council calls on federal and state agencies to ban amalgam, for dentists in […]
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October 27, 2010

Coffee Drinkers – Reduced Oral Cancer Risk

Remember when drinking coffee was bad for you?  Now it seems that coffee is not only a source of antioxidants but is associated with reduced risk of oral cancer.  Italian researchers performed a meta-analysis of previous studies on the subject. The investigators discovered that drinking coffee is associated with a 36% reduction in the risk for cancer of the mouth […]
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August 26, 2010

George Washington's Dentures

“What were George Washington’s false teeth made of?” is a common trivia question.  Find the answer at the National Museum of Dentistry located in Baltimore, Maryland.  The museum hardly considers the question trivial however, the dentures worn by our first President are the star exhibit at the museum.  They are not carved of wood as many visitors guess, but are […]
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August 11, 2010

Common Myths About Your Tooth Decay

A faculty member at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine recently wrote an article outlining common dental myths – here are a few dental myths debunked: Losing baby teeth to tooth decay is OK. Myth – Some people believe this since baby teeth fall out anyway but decay in baby teeth can damage the developing adult teeth under the gums.  […]
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July 8, 2010

Are Dental Implants Right For You?

A dental implant is basically an artificial tooth that replaces a tooth that has been lost.  Implants are perfect for replacing just one tooth or many instead of using bridges or partial dentures.  Implants can even be used to anchor dentures. The implant itself is a small titanium device that is placed in your jaw to act as an artificial […]
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June 30, 2010

Options for a Whiter Smile

Tooth bleaching is the most common cosmetic dental treatment performed. There are several options for whitening your teeth including those available only from your dentist and a variety of over-the-counter options. Before beginning any bleaching procedure it is important to understand why the teeth have become discolored. Tooth enamel is discolored by aging, staining from coffee, wine and food. Cigarette […]
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