Fear of dentists and dental work? Print this Anxiety Dental Scale and bring it with you on your next visit. It will help your dentist pinpoint your areas of concern. Read
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The
FDA recently advised American consumers to avoid using toothpaste
made in China. It may contain a poisonous chemical used in antifreeze.
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Chocolate: Good in love, but good
for your teeth too? An extract of cocoa powder found in chocolate,
teas and other products might turn out to be an effective natural
alternative to fluoride in toothpaste. Read
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How often do you
really change your toothbrush? Research shows toothbrushes
catch and retain viruses as well as bacteria floating in the
air of your bathroom. Dentists offer tips for protecting your
toothbrush from contamination. Read
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Time to take a
toothbrush to lunch... A new study finds that sugar-free gum
has a minimal effect on dental health and its action on plaque
is less effective than previously thought. Read
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It's true - whiter
teeth can lead to greater success in work and love. More than
half of the participants in this study were more likely to be
hired and to receive larger salary offers after their
teeth had been whitened. Read
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Your dentist could soon be on the
frontline of breast cancer screening with new saliva tests. Read
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Oral cancer kills
someone in the United States every hour of every day.
Oral cancer claims more lives than cervical cancer, brain cancer,
skin cancer and Hodgkin’s disease. Read the 8 warning
signs and talk to your dentist about them. Read
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How safe are soft drinks for your
teeth? You may be surprised to know many soft drinks have a
higher acid rating than battery acid. Even diet drinks contain
phosphoric acid and/or citric acid that can cause dental erosion. Read
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