The New York Times By Jane E. Brody January 23, 2012 Dental Exam Went Well? Thank Fluoride I admit to being jealous of my sons for growing up in a time when vaccines spared them miseries like the measles, mumps and polio scares that marred my childhood. But I’m most envious of their freedom from the […]
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How Healthy is your Smile?
How Healthy is your Smile? by Kathryn Cook January 2011 Oral health is often taken for granted, but is an essential part in our everyday lives. Good oral health enhances our ability to speak, smile, eat and enjoy our lives with comfort and confidence. In addition, as new research continues to show, healthy teeth and […]
People With Diabetes at Higher Risk for Developing Gum Disease
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diabetes affects nearly 24 million people in the United States. In observance of National Diabetes Month, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages those with diabetes to pay extra attention to their oral health. Studies have shown that those with diabetes are more susceptible to […]
What is Community Water Fluoridation?
Tooth Decay and Fluoride What is community water fluoridation? Community water fluoridation is the adjustment of the fluoride concentration in the community water supply to a level beneficial to reduce tooth decay and promote good oral health. The mineral fluoride is essential for strong healthy teeth that resist decay. Almost all waters contain some quantity […]