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As discussed in previous posts, oral health has been connected to other chronic health problems. Two recent studies have concluded that there is a relationship between oral health and respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia. The Research The studies conducted at Virginia Commonwealth University and Yale University School of Medicine suggest that patients who practice good […]

A Recent Review Confirms Benefits of Fluoride As I discussed in my post, Bottled Water and Tooth Decay, not all water is created equal; most tap water in the US has fluoride added which helps prevent tooth decay. Dental professionals witness the impact of fluoride in their daily work. However, studies on the benefits of fluoride

Periodontal disease (gum disease), which is most often caused by bacteria in dental plaque, has been linked with other chronic health problems. A new study by the University at Buffalo’s School of Public Health and Health Professions, the largest of its kind, found that periodontal disease is correlated with breast cancer in postmenopausal women. While

Coffee, one of the most popular beverages, is consumed by over 80% of adults in the US. When it comes to getting the day started, it’s a necessary part of the equation for many people. There’s a lot written today about both the positive and negative effects of your favorite caffeinated beverage. So how is your morning

As we frequently hear, hydration with eight glasses of water is good for our overall health and for our oral health. Municipal water supplies in the US should be safe and for the most part are very safe, but because of the reports of a few notable exceptions like the water problems in Flint Michigan,

DON’T BE SENSITIVE ABOUT YOUR TOOTH SENSITIVITY According to the American Dental Association 1 in 8 Americans may suffer from sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity often occurs when the enamel that protects teeth wears away, exposing small tubes that connect nerves inside the tooth to outside triggers. The study conducted by the ADA found that young adults,

The majority of us spend most of our time at work. Whether you love your job or you see it as just a paycheck, we all develop habits while on the job. What you may not realize is that some of your “work quirks” could actually be harming your teeth. Be sure to correct any

While there are things your dentist will advise you to do at home to keep your teeth healthy (i.e. brushing & flossing) some procedures and tools are best left to the hands of a trained professional. Miss-using dental devices can cause more harm than good. So before you pick up those dental forceps, read on!

Antibiotics are widely overprescribed today with very few people understanding what’s at risk. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), “Approximately 30% of all oral antibiotics prescribed in US outpatient settings are unnecessary.” Within the dental community this is especially evident as we see patients requesting antibiotic prescriptions before dental procedures without any medical

Taking a precautionary antibiotic before a trip to the dentist isn’t necessary for most people and, in fact, might do more harm than good, according to updated recommendations from the American Heart Association. The new guidelines The AHA’s updated guidelines say that many patients who have taken preventive antibiotics regularly in the past no longer