Thanksgiving is here, and this is a time that can be quite hard on your oral health. After all, when you spend the day binge eating, sipping on wine, and sharing snacks and desserts with your friends and family, your teeth are not getting much of a break from the acid produced by your oral […]
It’s a common joke that the British people have terrible teeth. This is a stereotype that Americans have enjoyed for at least one hundred years, often driven by the crooked smiles of some prominent English figures. However, until now, there has been very little in the way of scientific studies comparing the oral health. A […]
In the modern, health-conscious age, many Americans are giving up meat in an effort to lose weight or foster a healthier heart. Unfortunately, such people sometimes fail to account for the implications that a meat-free diet has on their oral health. If you are trying to make the transition to vegetarianism yourself, be sure to […]
Many people who adopt a vegan diet report experiencing numerous health benefits as the result of a meat-free lifestyle. Unfortunately, when you stop consuming animal products, it can become more difficult to get certain important vitamins and minerals. One of the bigger concerns is calcium, which is a vital part of your oral health. Since […]
It’s rare for a root canal to fail to entirely remove an infection. However, with over fifteen million root canals performed in the United States every year, it’s not unheard of for a patient to lose additional tooth structure after their treatment. That is why a recent development from a team at the UCLA School […]
The dental enamel is a highly important and highly complex structure, which has been surprisingly difficult to study. In an effort to better understand this structure, a team of researchers led by Derk Joester of Northwestern University is looking to an unlikely subject: beavers. Beavers have an impressive set of incisors. These teeth have a […]
Whole grains have demonstrated many valuable benefits for your health, including reducing your cholesterol levels and preventing diabetes. On top of this, it would appear that whole grains also have a lot to offer to your teeth. Research has demonstrated that a diet rich in brown rice, dark bread, popcorn, and other forms of whole […]
Popularized by hip-hop culture, dental “grills” are removable fixtures that fit over the front of your teeth. They are often made out of precious metals and adorned with diamond inlays, serving as an extravagant fashion statement. As these items are removable, many make the mistake of thinking that they are a harmless accessory for their […]
