Are Oral Piercings Worth the Risks?
WHY WOULD DENTAL health professionals want to weigh in on oral piercings? There aren’t many fashion choices that impact oral health, but this one does. The unfortunate reality is that lip and tongue piercings pose serious hazards to the teeth and oral tissues. Anyone considering getting one should be aware of the risks.
Smoking Versus Teeth
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Smoking Versus Kids’ Oral Health
THE FIRST NEGATIVE health effect we usually think of in connection to smoking is lung cancer, but it…
Why We’re Thankful for the Dentist
IT’S THAT TIME of the year when we take stock of what we’re thankful for. Even in a…
A Quick Round of Endodontic FAQs
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Fighting Back Against Dental Anxiety
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How to Prepare for an Ortho Emergency
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What Causes Bleeding Gums
THERE ARE SEVERAL reasons gum tissue might end up bleeding, and not just…
Diabetes and Dental Health
ORAL HEALTH AND DIABETES are closely intertwined. It becomes much harder to maintain…
Type 1 Diabetes and Dental Health
DIABETES CAN BE A big obstacle for maintaining good dental health, even in childhood for kids who…
