Researchers have found that redheads have something else in common besides their unique hair color. Research has shown that people with red hair need larger doses of pain medication when they go to the dentist. And that makes them more nervous about dental procedures, according … [Read more...]
The Slippery History of Toothpaste
If you sometimes get bored with the minty fresh taste of your toothpaste, think again. Looking at the history of toothpaste, you’ll find it wasn’t always a matter of good taste and fresh breath. In 3000 BC, ancient Egyptians developed a dental cream made of oxen hooves, myrrh, … [Read more...]
Calcium Does a Body Good
Building strong bones and teeth is important for our health. Despite what you may think, teeth are actually not bones. Bones, unlike teeth, are wrapped in a layer of cells called the periosteum that allows them to grow and mend themselves over time. Since teeth do not have a … [Read more...]
What to Expect at Your First Appointment at a New Dentist
You have an appointment with a new dentist. You feel anticipation and a little anxiety – something like a first date. As in any new relationship, you’ll ask questions of each other. So what should you expect? First, a dentist will need to know your medical and dental … [Read more...]
Eat Right! How Your Diet Impacts Your Oral Health
Eating healthy foods doesn’t just help your waistline. It’s also good for your teeth. Did you know that most foods we eat contain some form of sugar? We can’t avoid it. Milk contains sugar, but we want our children to drink it because calcium builds strong bones and teeth. … [Read more...]
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