Dental Health
Oral DNA Tests For Periodontal Disease and HPV
For the past 50 years, diagnosis of periodontal disease has been based on clinical signs such as bone loss, inflammation and measurement of gingival detachments,… Continue Reading
Five Advantages Of Professional Teeth Whitening
At home teeth whitening kits have grown in popularity because of the convenience they offer, and also because they have become very affordable. However, they're… Continue Reading
When Should Dental Implants Be Considered?
Dental implants are a newer technology for the replacement of missing teeth and have many advantages for patients requiring treatment for a variety of dental… Continue Reading
What Is a Periodontist? Part 2
Part 2 A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagno-sis, and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease, and in the placement of den-tal… Continue Reading
Treating Sleep Apnea Tailoring the Oral Appliance To the Patient
Dentists who have working experience with many oral appliances have observed that some not only work differently than others but differently on different patients, who,… Continue Reading
Teeth Whitening Give Me the Facts
Brushing and flossing are everyday ways to keep your teeth clean and healthy. Still, if you feel like your smile is not as white as… Continue Reading
Exciting New Advances In Detecting Oral Cancer
Although many people think that oral cancer is rare, the reality is that it is not. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be… Continue Reading
Salivary Diagnostics For Oral Cancer Risk
Oral cancer is getting more media attention due to human papapillomavirus (HPV) and its alarming late detection rate. The survival rate is 60 percent and… Continue Reading
Vertigo, Sense Of Balance and TMJ Disorder
There is a strong association between the sense of balance, posture and bruxism (clenching and grinding). The sense of balance is the predominant factor. There… Continue Reading
Connection Between Gum Disease and Cancer
Gum disease is a bacterial inflammatory infection of the gums. It starts with gingivitis, which when left untreated eventually results in tooth decay and loss…. Continue Reading
