They may be bragging a little bit, but most Americans are happy with their oral health. However, this overall assessment glosses over problems faced by significant numbers of Americans because of their teeth. Feeling Good about Oral Health (or at Least Fair) The assessment of oral health comes from the National Health and Nutrition Examination [...]
Preliminary research recently revealed by a team from Ohio State University College of Dentistry here in Columbus shows that e-cigarettes have a distinct influence on your oral health. It shows that e-cigarettes are not less harmful than tobacco cigarettes and might be much more harmful. Influencing Your Oral Microbiome This team of researchers was looking [...]
Many people have thought that e-cigarettes are a healthier alternative to smoking traditional tobacco cigarettes. That may very well be, but there are reasons to be concerned about their impact on oral health. The explosions of e-cigarettes, while rare, are not an inconsiderable danger. And then there’s the risk that they may actually lead to [...]
We had a great personal friend that we could never convince to come in for routine dental care. He only came in when a tooth broke. He always refused a cleaning because he always flossed and brushed his teeth every day. Over ten years ago, he passed away of pancreatic cancer. Although his wife was [...]
You might think that cosmetic dentistry is superficial and only related to getting and maintaining an attractive smile. But the truth is that the health and appearance of your smile are closely related. Many things you might think are just cosmetic complaints can actually be serious health problems. Discolored Teeth Can Be Eroded, Decayed, or [...]
