Dentistry

In the Moroccan cave known as Grotte des Pigeons, life was good some 15,000 years ago. The people who occupied the cave had a varied diet, fine living quarters and a close-knit community. What they didn’t have was a good tube of toothpaste — and the results, scientists have learned, were horrifying.New research shows that […]

Yes, we know: you don’t always like visiting us.And by “us,” I mean “your dentists” — the people who make sure your smile is healthy and big and sparkly.Sure, you love our hygienists: they make your teeth shiny and don’t cause you much, if any, discomfort. But then the doctor comes in to evaluate your

Sugar-Free Soda And Snacks Are Likely Hurting Your TeethScrapping added sugars from your diet can benefit your health and decrease your risk for obesity, but swapping them for calorie-free, artificially sweetened alternatives might not work. And according to new research, fake sweeteners might not benefit your dental health, either. It’s widely accepted that sugar can

A smile is often the first thing you notice about a person. It lights up your face and, if you have a nice one, can make you more attractive. Some even think a nice smile can turn back the clock.One 2011 study determined that people found smiling faces to be more attractive and youthful —

Brushing twice a day is good for your breath and gums and all, but it also helps out your whole body.Francesco D’Aiuto, senior lecturer at the Eastman Dental Institute in London, chatted with The Guardian about what he refers to as the the “mouth-body connection,” or the idea that a healthy body is strongly correlated

Survey data from women of childbearing age in the U.S. show that certain groups of pregnant women aren’t getting appropriate dental care.Younger pregnant women, as well as non-Hispanic black and Mexican American women, and women with low family income or low education are not getting dental care as often as others, researchers found. Experts say

Want a healthy smile for life? Cut out or reduce your consumption of the worst foods for your teeth For some people, part of the fun of a cold, iced beverage is crunching through the cubes once the drink is done. But chewing ice is a big no-no. Many people think ice is good for

We all know our teeth are important for eating, talking, and smiling, but most often we overlook how cool teeth can be. Read these ten fun facts to learn how special your teeth are! According to the American Academy of Periodontology, 50% of respondents surveyed said that a smile is the first feature they notice

Smiling does more than show others your mood. A smile can exemplify gratefulness, happiness and emotions that are sometimes unreachable by solely using words. If you smile often enough, it can lead to laughter which increases your lifespan and help you de-stress. In case you need more reasons to smile, here are the top six

If you spend a lot of time talking to people – whether clients, customers, or coworkers – you know just how important it is to make the right impression. Here are some helpful smile tips that can easily be incorporated into your daily life. Assemble a Small Smile Care Kit A surprising number of people