id-head power toothbrushes retain less bacteria compared to hollow-head toothbrushes, according to researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Dentistry. The results of the study are published in the August issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene. Lead author and professor at the UTHealth School of Dentistry, Donna […]
What To Expect For a Root Canal
Many people must visit their local dentist to check if they need a root canal. Having this procedure done is imperative to the health of the oral cavity and the person. When a root canal is in place, the inner parts of the tooth is exposed which can cause much pain. If action is taken […]
Essential Dental Cleaning
Dental cleaning is a way of eliminating tartar and plaque that has built up on the surface of the teeth and on the gum over time. Found below are specific reasons on why is it essential to have a dental cleaning often. Healthy Teeth Having gum disease can attribute to having loss of teeth. To […]
Up to 3,000 times the bacterial growth on hollow-head toothbrushes
Solid-head power toothbrushes retain less bacteria compared to hollow-head toothbrushes, according to researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Dentistry. The results of the study are published in the August issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene. Lead author and professor at the UTHealth School of Dentistry, Donna Warren […]
Is it Worth it to Get Braces?
Braces are something that many people will face in their lives. They can improve the way someone looks by helping to align their teeth along with many other health benefits. It is important to sit down and speak with your dentist in Staten Island about the different types of products and the different outcomes of […]
Beyond Teeth: What’s Inside Your Mouth
Your mouth is made up of more than just teeth, so good oral health goes beyond simply brushing and flossing. So let’s find out what is inside your mouth. In addition to your teeth, your mouth is made up of gums, oral mucosa, the upper and lower jaw, the tongue, salivary glands, the uvula, and […]
When Should You Visit Your Dentist
Visiting your dentist once every six months at the least is very important. Routine cleanings are expected, but other more frequent visits are needed as well. It is very important to know the difference between a situation that can wait for the regular routine visit or having an emergency visit for something that should be […]
Many People Deal With Severe Periodontitis
Severe periodontitis was the sixth most prevalent condition in the world in 2010, according to a new study. The information comes from the International and American Associations for Dental Research and is published in the OnlineFirst section of the IADR/AADR Journal of Dental Research. The goal of the study was to put all epidemiological data […]
