If you know anything about dental disease, then you know bacteria ranks high on the Usual Suspects list. Tooth decay gets its start from acid produced by bacteria; periodontal (gum) disease is often triggered by bacteria that infect the gums. Dental Disease But the particular strains of bacteria that can cause dental disease are a […]
Saliva probably doesn’t rate high on your amazement meter. You’re more likely to notice its absence and the dry irritation that results. But you might be more impressed with this unsung bodily fluid if you knew all the things it does. It’s definitely a multi-tasker, performing a number of jobs (including aiding in digestion) that […]
When Entertainment Tonight host Nancy O’Dell set out to teach her young daughter Ashby how to brush her teeth, she knew the surest path to success would be to make it fun for the toddler. “The best thing with kids is you have to make everything a game,” Nancy recently said in an interview with Dear Doctor TV. […]
Dental veneers may be the answer if you have a less-than-attractive smile due to some moderate imperfections. This relatively inexpensive dental restoration may be the key to transforming your smile. If you’re thinking of veneers as a “thin covering,” you’re on the right track. Just like construction veneers used to cover wall surfaces, dental veneers […]
