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Does Whitening Teeth With Baking Soda Really Work?
Red wine, fruit juice, coffee, tea, and cola are just a few of the things known to stain your teeth (via Healthline). There are many teeth whitening treatments that work to counteract this staining effect, but are they worth it? Might there be an easier, cheaper solution? According to Greeley Dental Care, the simple answer is […]
New drug to regenerate lost teeth
The tooth fairy is a welcome guest for any child who has lost a tooth. Not only will the fairy leave a small gift under the pillow, but the child can be assured of a new tooth in a few months. The same cannot be said of adults who have lost their teeth. A new […]
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Procedures
Oral and maxillofacial pathology is a branch of dental science concerned with diseases, injuries, abnormalities and cancers of the mouth, jaws and face. Oro and maxillofacial (OMF) surgeries are procedures performed in the treatment of these disorders and diseases. The OMF speciality has been recognized by several organizations and professional associations including the American Dental […]
Constipation in the Elderly
The elderly are five times more likely than younger adults to develop problems related to constipation. Causes of constipation in the elderly Some of the reasons for this propensity include poor diet, lack of adequate fluids in diet, lack of exercise, the use of certain drugs to treat other medical conditions, and poor bowel habits. […]
Potential Risks of Clear-Aligner Treatment
An upsurge in the demand for dental aesthetics has led to the evolution of dental appliances like clear aligners. Clear aligners aid in aligning teeth in an appropriate shape within the dental arch. Over the past few years, clear aligners have gained importance as they appear more aesthetic, comfortable, and handy. However, clear aligners pose […]
TikTok users are reshaping their teeth with nail files. Dentists say it could cause permanent damage.
TikTok users are filing their uneven teeth down with nail files as part of a new trend on the app. Dentists are concerned people could permanently damage their teeth by filing down their enamel, causing tooth sensitivity and even tooth death. "It's not the same as filing your fingernails. If you file your fingernails today, […]
Have sensitive teeth? Here is how you can find relief
There are some dos and don'ts that you must follow if you are looking for some comfort. Having sensitive teeth is no joke. It is an exceptionally-painful affair, wherein you feel like a million tiny needles have attacked your teeth when you have gulped down something cold, or something too hot. And it worsens with […]
Why do my teeth feel loose?
It’s one of the strangest, most disconcerting feelings in the world: loose teeth. As an adult, with all your permanent teeth supposedly intact for life, it can be worrying to consider one (or more) of them might be ready to just fall out into your mouth. Still, as with most other things, it’s nothing to […]
Olivia Wilde's Secret for Whiter Teeth Is Only $6—and It’s Available at Walmart
Olivia Wilde is best known as an actress or director, but the 35-year-old’s latest passion is clean beauty activism. Wilde recently discussed her interest in sustainable products during a “Get Ready For Bed With Me” video segment for Harper’s Bazaar. Wilde said her preference for all-natural products started during pregnancy, when she received warnings that […]