
Avoid Dry Socket With Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Each year, millions of Americans have their wisdom teeth removed. The vast majority of patients heal flawlessly, with little discomfort and swelling, thankful impacted or painful wisdom teeth are...

Wisdom Teeth: Is it Wise to Remove Them?
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last teeth to grow in the back of the mouth. Common misunderstandings surround their name origin, removal reasons and pain...

Monitor Infant’s Fluoride Intake
If you add fluoridated water to your infant’s baby formula, you may be putting your child at risk of developing dental fluorosis, a harmless cosmetic condition manifested by brown,...

Can’t Floss Regularly? Once a Day Keeps Tartar Away!
Despite recommendations and warnings from dentists about the importance of regular flossing, many people admit they still don’t do it, and countless more floss only in the days and...

Dental Insurance: May Help Take the Bite Out of Bills
Dental insurance can be helpful to patients in defraying the costs when paying for dental treatment. Insurance, however, can sometimes be a double-edged sword and it is important for...

Dental Erosion: Consume Pickles, Lemons and Soft Drinks in Moderation
Frequently consuming foods with a low pH value, such as soft drinks, fruit juices, pickles, fresh fruit and yogurt can lead to irreversible dental erosion, according to a report...