Dental Health News
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on April 13, 2018
In recent years mouthguards have become a necessary accessory among athletes. All-star guard Stephon Curry likes to gnaw on one end of his mouthguard between plays while the rest of it dangles from his mouth; something that you can now see in rec centers throughout the country. NFL players are putting gold and diamond in Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on April 6, 2018
A new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute highlights a link between gum disease (also called periodontal disease and periodontitis) and increased cancer risk. If you’re a regular follower of our news section, this might sound a bit familiar to you. Earlier this year we published a story about postmenopausal women Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on March 28, 2018
Diabetes is a serious condition in which blood sugar levels cannot be properly managed by the body. Two types of diabetes exist: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 diabetics don’t generate enough insulin — which is essential for transferring sugars in the blood to cellular energy — while type 2 diabetics no longer respond Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on March 22, 2018
When it comes to brushing your teeth, are you a traditionalist that uses a standard disposable brush, or have you transitioned to an electric alternative? When used properly, a traditional brush can be an effective tool in combating dental health problems, but the trouble is that many people do not brush properly. We know from Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on March 15, 2018
It’s been a brutal cold and flu season; the worst since 2009 according to federal health officials. And it’s not over yet. The general health dangers associated with such an outbreak are well known. But did you know that your dental health can actually be impacted by the cold and flu? Although your teeth might Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on March 2, 2018
As you’re no doubt aware, smoking is a dangerous habit that has serious health consequences. Although the dental effects of smoking pale in comparison to the life-threatening general health effects, they are nonetheless impactful and noteworthy. (Check out our slideshow on 7 dental health concerns for smokers.) Smoking stains the teeth, increases the risk of Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on February 23, 2018
February is a special month in the dental community: National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM). Sponsored by the American Dental Association, it’s the one month of the year dedicated to educating children (and parents) about the importance of developing good oral health habits at a young age. This issue is very important since pediatric dental Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on February 1, 2018
One of the first posts we featured in this news section was a feature on how to get access to pro bono dental care. Given our experience with a number of charitable organizations working to help underserved communities, we anticipated such an article would generate a lot of interest among our readers. That said, it’s Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on January 26, 2018
When it comes to the importance of preventive dentistry, we here at Consumer Guide to Dentistry sound like a broken record. But, there is a reason the concept of preventative dentistry is a recurring theme throughout our site; the potentially high cost of reconstructive dental care and the number of serious systemic health conditions that Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on December 15, 2017
The times they are a changing… and so is Consumer Guide to Dentistry. We’re proud to introduce our brand new site design, a project that we believe will better connect our readers with the oral health and dental information they’re looking for. We originally launched Consumer Guide to Dentistry in 2006 and it has become Read More →
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