Thursday, June 12, 2014

Can Red Wine Protect Your Teeth?

Recent developments have proven that a moderate amount of red wine can greatly reduce the risk of dental plaque and the deterioration of biofilms.  To continue reading the full article, please click here.

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Advances in Dental Hygiene: Diagnostic & Therapeutic

See some of the greatest new advances in the dental hygiene industry. New diagnostic and therapeutic technologies are truly revolutionizing the dental industry. To read the full article, please click here.

Do Not Fear the Dentist

Fear of a routine dentist appointment is very common among many Americans. However, you can overcome this fear and experience relief for your next dentist appointment. To read the full article, please click here.

Monday, June 2, 2014

Want to Fight Cavities? Drink Red Wine!”


The heart health benefits of red wine have been well documented, but now, new evidence suggests that red wine may also have dental benefits as well. A new study suggests that red wine and grape seed extract could eliminate bacteria in the mouth that is responsible for cavities, periodontal disease and tooth loss. A research study performed a series of tests to identify the most effective substances in killing bacteria. Click here to read what they found.

No More Drilling and Filling- New Research Proves Tooth Regrowth a Possibility


 
Imagine never again having to have a cavity filled, a broken tooth repaired, or worrying about an organ transplant. What if we could regrow our own bones and organs? That is the basis of the research published this week in the journal Science Translational Medicine. By using light from low-powered lasers, researchers hope to tap into this natural healing process. Click here for the full article.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Dental Drama Plagues 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympians


They may be faster, fitter and stronger, but they still aren’t immune to dental decay. Due to high consumption of sugary sports drinks and gels, dehydration and frequent traveling the dental health of athletes is considerably worse than the dental health of the general population. The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic dental clinic is already preparing itself for the impending dental drama of the athletes. To read the full article, please click here.

Thursday, May 22, 2014

Dentist’s Negligence Causes Patient’s Death During 20-Tooth Extraction


A 64-year-old grandmother died in the operating chair during an extensive 20-tooth extraction. Her dentist, who ignored pleas by the patient and his dental assistant to terminate the procedure when vitals began to drop, is now facing accusations of malpractice and has had his license suspended temporarily. For the full article, please click here.