General dentistry, the most common form of dentistry, is primarily concerned with providing treatments which prevent oral complications. When you get your bi-annual teeth cleaning and checkup, or when you have a cavity filled, those are considered general dentistry...
For the past decade, red wine has become somewhat a fad in the research world. Many institutions have developed several studies showing the positive effects it can have on your heart, and colon, claims that have come into question recently. Now, it seems, red wine...
Although modern dental implants are only fifty years old, we’ve been replacing our teeth for a long time. Around 1931, an archaeologist in Honduras discovered the mandible of a Mayan woman from 600 years ago that had a tooth-shaped seashell inserted into the bone. And...
For years, your mom warned you about them, your dentist looked for them, and you (hopefully) brushed and flossed in order to avoid them. Have you ever stopped, however, to think about what exactly cavities are, and what causes them? Your mom was right about not eating...
It’s no secret that having a straight and perfect smile can be a big deal. Not only is your smile the first thing people notice, it also can affect both your professional and personal life in big ways. Unfortunately for most, getting there isn’t easy. Unless you were...