The American Dental Hygienists' Association and the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company have teamed up for the 6th year in a row to increase awareness about the importance of maintaining good oral health.
This year's theme is "Do the Daily 4" which centers around the four components of good oral health maintenance: brushing teeth twice daily, ...
Don't let that new Coca Cola campaign that has your name on the bottle fool you. Soft drinks are the highest contributing factor for tooth erosion, when the hard protective coating called enamel is worn away by continued exposure to acid. Saliva is designed to cancel out the acid, and slowly restore the natural balance within the mouth. However, if ...
A recent study from Johnson & Johnson Consumer and Personal Products Worldwide concluded that the use of a germ-killing mouthwash, along with brushing and flossing, effectively removes plaque and reduces gingivitis far more than brushing alone.
The study involved more that 130 people with mild to moderate plaque who ...
In honor of baby Perella #2, we thought we'd share how important it is to take good care of your teeth if you are pregnant.
While most pregnant women recognize how important their own overall health is for their baby's health, many may ignore a critical component--their oral health. In fact, a survey of American children's ...
Research shows that a healthy mouth and healthy body go hand in hand. We benefit because this double-barrel effort can improve overall health--reducing the risk of serious disease and perhaps even preserving memory in later years. The phrase "healthy mouth, healthy you" really is true--and backed by growing scientific evidence.
The Magic Six:
1) It's never too early ...
Consuming dairy products is vital to maintaining good overall health, and it's especially important to bone health. But there has been little research about how dairy products affect oral health in particular. However, according to a study published in the May/June 2013 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), consuming cheese and other ...
It's the time of year that kids dread and parents rejoice...back to school!!!!
There are just a couple more weeks until the new school year starts. Visiting the dentist while your kids are still on summer break makes good sense. There might be an issue the dentist needs to address, which will be much easier to do while they are still ...
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Never before has there been such a dizzying array of toothbrushes available to us. Consumers are inundated with new designs, materials, attachments, and colors. Whatever toothbrush design you choose, the most important thing is that you use that toothbrush at least 2-3 times a day (morning, afternoon, and evening).
Moreover, how long you spend brushing your teeth ...
Taking care our children's teeth should be one of our highest priorities. Not only does it teach them good oral habits from an early beginning, it also gives them a good head start for having healthy teeth and gums for the rest of their lives.
Pediatricians and dentists are making strides to start these good habits as soon as the baby ...
We all know brushing your teeth is an important part of keeping your mouth healthy. Brushing 2 times a day is the optimal amount of toothbrushing for reducing plaque, keeping gums healthy, etc. However, more and more dentists across the U.S. and several other countries are noticing a disturbing trend appropriately known as "over-brushing."
Signs of Overbrushing
According to a Huffington Post ...
You know the drill...the nighttime routine. And every night, you face the daunting task once again of trying to get your children to brush their teeth. While it may make you want to say, "FINE! Don't brush! Get cavities!!" we all know that could be considered some kind of parental neglect. And that would not be good.
So, here are some ...
As host of the hit television series The Biggest Loser, not to mention award-winning actress, author and mother, Alison Sweeney inspires many to better health and fitness. Improving the lives of the show's contestants and fans is a role she relishes. But her own motivation to take a giant step towards living better in her early twenties did not come from ...
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the recognized leader in children's oral health, announced the launch of its new consumer-based wesbite www.mychildrensteeth.org. A comprehensive resource for parents and caregivers, MyChildrensTeeth.org gathers together all of the AAPD's articles and information that are useful to the general public in one convenient place.
Although North Palm Beach Dentistry is not a pediatric dental practice, ...
A study came out recently that associates yearly or more frequent dental X-rays to an increased risk of developing meningioma, the most commonly diagnosed brain tumor. Before you freak out, let's shed some light on the subject.
First and foremost, the study focused on traditional X-ray technology as opposed to digital technology. North Palm Beach Dentistry uses only digital X-ray technology, which ...
Did you know that the health of your teeth can affect the health of your heart? Poor oral health, specifically gum disease, may impact heart health. More and more research has uncovered a link between the two, yet the general public is largely unaware of this connection.
February is American Heart Month, and the staff at North Palm Beach Dentistry want ...
It's a brand new year, and if you're like most people, you have made some type of resolution to better yourself this year. Whether it be exercising more, eating healthier, taking charge of your finances, spending more time with friends and family, just about every person wants to improve some aspect of their lives.
And, if you're like most people, you ...