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There’s a storm brewing in Kansas—but it has nothing to do with the weather. Rather, it’s a heated debate about how to fix Kanas’ dentist shortage. Though the problem has been widely acknowledged for a few years, the Kansas legislature has yet to take action. The issue in Kansas is fairly simple. Dentists in the … Continued
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A recent study in the Royal College of Surgeon’s Dental Journal makes the argument that dentists should screen patients for signs of alcoholism. In the UK, an estimated 1 in 5 men and 1 in 7 women regularly binge-drink. This sort of excessive alcohol usage, claims the study, has been linked to a number of … Continued
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Two recent studies have revealed that teeth today just aren’t what they used to be. 200 million years ago earth was home to the strongest bite and sharpest teeth in its history. The world’s sharpest teeth belonged to the now extinct conodonts. These eel-like creatures were only two-inches long and seemingly harmless… until they opened … Continued
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Michael Chukwuman from Nigeria has towed a vehicle and also lifted weights, each weighing about 330 pounds, by using his teeth—he might have the strongest teeth in Africa. Michael is in his forties and was born and raised in a Mushin slum in Lagos. It is hard to find work in the slum, so in … Continued
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Plastic toothbrushes, cozy dentist chairs, relaxing sedation, and knowledgeable cosmetic and restorative dentists didn’t always exist. Here is a flashback to how things were, to help you enjoy your next visit with us even more. 7000 B.C. If you fear dentists and scary drills at least you didn’t have to live at this time in … Continued
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Canker sores are small, painful ulcers in the mouth that can make chewing or smiling uncomfortable. While irritating, however, canker sores are neither dangerous nor contagious. Much of the confusion surrounding canker sores stems from confusion about the difference between “canker sores” and “cold sores.” While these two terms are often used interchangeably with each … Continued
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A cavity can form at any time, despite proper oral hygiene. You can do your part to prevent cavities, but sometimes, no matter what you do – it just isn’t enough. Not to worry though, with regular brushing and flossing, dental cavities are rarely all that painful. A small cavity here, or there, can be … Continued
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People often ask what is the best age for braces and chances are you’ve seen a wide variety of people wearing them, from adolescents, to teens and even adults. In the end, your braces are specific to you – as are when you should have them installed. Braces are most often designed for children in their … Continued
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Braces help align teeth by directing them into place as they develop. Before braces can be installed, often the space between certain molars will need to be widened. Orthodontic spacers are used to separate the teeth that are too close together, before braces can be cemented on. These spacers are rubber bands that dentists will … Continued
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We’ve all heard about the American Dental Association (ADA) but do you really know its purpose? Chances are you can assume what types of activates this organization regulates and partakes in, but it is doubtful that you now the whole story. Established in 1859, the ADA is the world’s oldest national dental association. They publish … Continued