new study from Colorado School of Public Health shows that despite some modest improvements, poor oral health remains a major problem in the Navajo Nation and among American Indians overall. “The oral health among Native Americans is abysmal with more than three times the disease of the rest of the country,” said Terrence Batliner, DDS, […]
Choosing the Right Dentist: Steps to Take in Finding A Trusted Dentist
Sola Dental Spa Dentistry Beyond Imagination Finding and choosing the right dentist for you and your family can be a difficult endeavor. There are many things to consider in choosing who will keep your teeth bright and your smile sexy. This article will help you outline the steps necessary to ensure you find a qualified, […]
Having My Glass Half Full.
40’s is the new 20’s I can attest! My Glass is half full. I haven’t always felt this way. I would see my glass as half empty at best. Maybe you are already there looking on the bright side of life, but if not I hope my story inspires you to look at life differently. […]
Long term oral care for adults with special needs
A retrospective study conducted by researchers at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and colleagues reports that among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the likelihood of having cavities decreased as the number of years receiving dental care increased. The findings, published in the July/August issue of Special Care in Dentistry, may help improve interventions designed […]
New study reveals widespread support for rapid HIV testing in dental surgeries
More than 80 per cent of oral health patients are willing to receive rapid HIV-testing in dental settings, which could help reduce the spread of the HIV according to a groundbreaking study revealed today at a Sydney University HIV Testing Symposium. The first of its kind study of 521 Sydney-based dental patients assessed patients’ willingness to undergo […]
The Procedure of Dental Veneers Treatment
Dental veneers which are also referred to as dental porcelain laminates or porcelain veneers are artificially made shells of tooth-colored materials which are fashioned to cover the frontal surface of the teeth. It aims to be the perfect solution to the following set of teeth problems namely discolored teeth, worn down teeth, chipped or broken […]
Smile Design and Smile Make-Over
Smile design and make-over may not be a necessity but it is indeed a choice you should grab especially if it means gaining more self-confidence in your life. It requires a combination of cosmetic dentistry procedures which can either be composite bonding, dental implants or teeth whitening. It magically fixes anything that you wish to […]
Fluoride and Dental Caries in Children
You may not know but fluoride is naturally found in water. This is probably the best reason why your dentists often inquire about your water supply. But how important is fluoride content in a child’s mouth? What is the recommended amount of fluoride required for a child to maintain strong and healthy teeth? What are […]
