Hot flashes and night sweats are among the most infamous menopause maladies. But you might want to pay attention to your teeth and gums, too. “I’m not sure that people are aware of this,” said Dr. Thomas Sollecito, chief of oral medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Hormonal changes — mainly a sharp drop in … Read more
NEW YORK — A U.S. government report expected to stir debate concluded that fluoride in drinking water at twice the recommended limit is linked with lower IQ in children. The report, based on an analysis of previously published research, marks the first time a federal agency has determined — “with moderate confidence” — that there … Read more
Struggling with sore gums can often tarnish the joys of everyday habits like eating and drinking with your mouth feeling inflamed and sometimes bloody, adding to the misery. Yet, a groundbreaking £24.99 serum from leading teeth whitening experts MySweetSmile is causing a stir among consumers who report remarkable improvements in their gum health within mere … Read more
Mouth cancer: What are the causes and symptoms? There are more than 200 types of cancer that can affect the human body. It occurs when abnormal cells grow and divide in an uncontrolled way. As a result, the telltale symptoms tend to reflect where in the body the disease is growing. However, some of these … Read more
As you’re jetting off on holiday, it can be manic to make sure you’ve packed all the essentials. Going even further afield on a long haul flight leaves you with little room for error. One thing that most people don’t think to toss in their hand luggage is a toothbrush and toothpaste, stashing it away … Read more
The quest for a healthy-looking smile begins and ends with taking care of your teeth. Not to state the obvious, but maintaining your oral health starts with brushing, and brushing starts with, well, a toothbrush. Yes, there are tons of mechanical options out there, but dentists agree that the best electric toothbrushes are nifty devices … Read more
CONCORD, N.H. — Tucked away inside the teachers lounge at a New Hampshire elementary school, Amber Warner was having her teeth checked out for the first time. The 5-year-old sat back on what looked like a beach chair and wore a pair of dark sunglasses as certified public health dental hygienist Mary Davis surveyed Amber’s … Read more
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Editor Tip: Due to the abrasiveness of most whitening toothpastes, Miami-based board-certified dentist Oscar Sanchez, DDS recommends using this toothpaste two to three times weekly rather than daily. “It does contain fluoride, which helps protect enamel and potassium nitrate, a desensitizing ingredient,” he adds. Product Type: Toothpaste | Active Ingredients: Potassium nitrate, sodium fluoride | … Read more
Those heavy lead aprons may be on their way out at the dentist office, depending on where you live. The nation’s largest dental association said Thursday it will no longer recommend the use of lead aprons and thyroid collars on patients who are getting dental X-rays. There are two main reasons for the change. X-ray … Read more
