We receive a lot of questions about toothpaste. There are a record number of different toothpastes on store shelves, each claiming varying dental benefits for teeth and gums. All of those ingredients that you cannot pronounce can be confusing. I have actively studied toothpastes since 1992. As an emergency room dentist on call back then,…
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Floss Like a Boss!
There have been reports that flossing does not benefit you. YES, IT DOES. We can personally tell which patients floss, and which do not. Your teeth have five surfaces, and your toothbrush only reaches three of them. If you aren’t flossing, you are not cleaning the food, bacteria, plaque, etc. that builds up between…
Periodontal Disease
Have you ever been told that you needed a “deep cleaning?” If so, you may be at risk for periodontal disease. Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a disease that affects 47.2% of adults aged 30 and over in the U.S., as reported by the CDC. In fact, over the age of 30,…
