Not everyone agrees with the need for sedation in dentistry, but many dentists say it is beneficial and necessary. Sedation is often used when a procedure will be extensive or otherwise painful, but many dentists will also sedate children before performing a dental procedure to help make them more comfortable and to keep them still… Read More »
Have you ever noticed those tiny, hard beads that are found in some types of toothpaste? Have you ever wondered what they are? The truth is, they are actually mircobeads and they are found in numerous types of personal care products. They are commonly used in exfoliates, but are also found in lotions, cosmetics and… Read More »
Children in third world countries do not have adequate health care or dental care, so it’s not surprising that many of them face dental problems. Dentists around the world come together to try to offer dental services to children in underdeveloped countries, and often face extreme challenges that range from language barriers to putting their… Read More »
Summer is here and for many people, nothing is as cooling or refreshing as chomping down on some ice. Most people chew on ice without even thinking about the consequences, but according to dentists, chewing ice could be bad for your teeth. Ice is so hard and cold, that it can actually damage the nerves… Read More »
Most people start brushing their teeth as toddlers and catch on to the concept pretty quickly. If your teeth are clean and healthy, you probably assume you are doing it the right way. But could you really be doing it wrong? Is there even a wrong way to brush your teeth? Dentists say there is… Read More »
Modern dentistry is pretty impressive, but many of the same treatments we use today were also used in historic times. Of course, modern dentistry has improved tremendously. A lot of dental problems modern humans face today, were not an issue in years past. A recent study shows that dental crowding however, has been an issue… Read More »
Dental x-rays are often needed to help determine the condition of a person’s teeth. In children, x-rays help dentists see how adult teeth are growing and if there will be any need for braces, surgery or other treatments before or after those teeth come in. Although the dental community agrees that x-rays are necessary, there… Read More »
Do you take your ability to travel to the dentist for granted? Some people who need dental care are unable to make it to the dentist. The elderly in particular have a hard time making their dental appointments and keeping up with their dental needs. Many dentists are now traveling from door to door to… Read More »
It’s not secret that many people can not afford dental insurance or dental care and in some countries, dental care is considered a luxury that very few are offered. Street dentists in India are trying to change that and have begun offering their services to the poor for affordable prices. “There are millions of poor… Read More »
Brushing and good oral hygiene are the best way to prevent tooth decay, but a new study shows that a chemical found in plants could also help. The chemical occurs naturally in plants and could stop harmful bacteria from infecting teeth and causing tooth decay. The chemical may also prevent the buildup of plaque. The chemical is called trans-chalcone and… Read More »
