From a young age, we are bombarded with dental care advice. Some of the advice is good. Other advice is dental care myth. So how do you separate the fact from the fiction? With the help of Leikin & Baylin… Read More
Archive for August, 2013
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Are Bleeding Gums a Sign of Gum Disease?
You wake up one morning, crawl out of bed, and walk downstairs as you struggle to keep your eyes open. You wander into the bathroom, half asleep, and reach for your tooth brush. You brush each and every tooth, making… Read More
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Sensitive Teeth: Increased Sensitivity to Hot and Cold
Oh boy, am I thirsty. This ice-cold glass of water is exactly what I need. Ouch! What was that? You ignore the sharp pain coursing through your tooth. So you take another sip…Ouch! What is going on? Does the above… Read More
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Researchers discover Link between Dental Health & Alzheimer’s Disease
According to researchers from the University of Central Lancashire School of Medicine and Dentistry, poor dental health, gum disease, and Alzheimer’s disease may be linked. While this is not the first study to predict a link between dental health and… Read More
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Pediatric Dentistry and Preventing Cavities in Children
Over time, bacteria in the mouth produce excessive acid that contributes to the loss of tooth enamel, the hard mineral coat that covers the tooth. Without this protective layer, the tooth becomes vulnerable to tooth decay and cavities. The good… Read More