Oral Health and Hygiene
Dental X-Rays Help Identify Vitamin D Deficiencies
Research published in the International Journal of Paleopathology from McMaster University has shown that dental X-rays can now be used to help spot vitamin D deficiencies by showing the state …
Could New Drug Help Teeth Repair Themselves?
Advances in dental and medical technology occur every day, sometimes unbeknownst to the general population. However, a newly published study shows that an Alzheimer’s medication, Tideglusib, that is already developed …
3 Reasons to Avoid Amalgam Fillings
Amalgam fillings are one of the most controversial topics in dentistry today, and for good reason. Dr. Norman finds problems in over 90 percent of the amalgam fillings she removes, …
Can Diet Affect Oral Health?
So, you’ve decided to take your health into your own hands and start losing weight in order to reach a healthier place? One thing you might not have thought about …
Dental Care for the Disabled
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately one in five Americans have an intellectual or physical disability. For those with disabilities, dental care can be a three-part problem. Access to …
Does Being Overweight Affect Oral Health?
Research continues to show the many health concerns associated with obesity and unhealthy weight gain in adults and children. Most of the time this information is focused on diseases of …
AAP Cracks Down on Kids’ Fruit Juice Consumption
It’s one of the most popular drinks for children of all ages. From lunchboxes to sippy cups, juice is the drink of choice for many toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children. …
Is Flavored Water Really a Healthy Alternative?
According to the consulting firm Beverage Marketing Corp., in 2016 Americans drank more bottled water than carbonated soft drinks for the first time in recent history. The research showed that …