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Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on November 21, 2017
Let’s be honest… nobody really enjoys going to the dentist. It’s one of those things in life that is necessary, but is rarely a good time (especially if you haven’t been keeping up with the brushing and flossing). Dentists take this in stride, often joking to their patients that the better care they take of Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on September 10, 2018
Sugar-free chewing gum has gained popularity over the years as consumers have been made increasingly aware of its benefits. The sugar-free aspect aside, the simple act of chewing is beneficial as it promotes the flow of saliva in the mouth which helps to neutralize acids. Acids are produced as food is broken down while eating. By chewing Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on December 19, 2017
Teeth whitening is the most popular and accessible cosmetic dentistry treatment available. So much so that there’s a seemingly endless stream of DIY whitening products aimed at consumers seeking an alternative to more traditional, in-office whitening programs. As a matter of fact, I’m chewing a piece of “whitening” chewing gum as I write this. With everything Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on October 10, 2018
If you are an adult and still have your wisdom teeth, you are in the minority. The common surgery is recommended by most oral and maxillofacial dentists, which explains why nearly five million people undergo removal each year. You might even say that electing to undergo extraction is a wise choice. Wisdom teeth typically don’t develop until after Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on December 14, 2017
A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks almost instantly. As a consumer education site, we’re constantly striving for feedback from our community about a wide-range of questions people have when it comes to oral health and cosmetic dentistry. We routinely survey our readers for insights and inspiration. One of the more general Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on November 21, 2017
One of the great benefits about being headquartered in San Diego is our access to fresh coastal fish. The Sea of Cortez is home to more than 800 species, making it a fish-lover’s paradise. But given the EPA’s guidance on mercury levels in fish — ahi tuna, swordfish, shark, mackerel boasting some of the highest Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on November 21, 2017
During a recent conversation with the CEO of Ceatus Media Group (parent company of Consumer Guide to Dentistry) about content development for the site, he mentioned that he’d just had his wisdom teeth removed at the same time as having an implant placed. The implant required a bone graft and sinus lift, and in hindsight, it was Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on August 16, 2021
One of the more frequent questions/requests we receive from visitors to Consumer Guide to Dentistry relates to pro bono dental care. Tooth restorations and reparative dental work can be costly — especially if you don’t have insurance — preventing many people from getting the help they need. This inability to get treatment often compounds dental Read More →
Written by Consumer Guide to Dentistry Last modified on November 22, 2017
It probably won’t surprise you to learn that some of the most popular articles on Consumer Guide to Dentistry relate to the cost of dental care. And we’ve noticed that many of the questions we receive directly from consumers also focus on cost. For many people, “how much is it going to cost me?” is Read More →
