Commercial floss was first manufactured from silk in 1882, but what did we do before then? Chances are, lost more teeth. Today, we use a Gore-Tex material to floss our teeth. That is, when and if we in fact floss our teeth. The average amount of floss bought per person each year is 18 yards…. Read more »
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Brushing to Blame for Tooth Sensitivity
When food and drinks prove to be too hot or too cold for your teeth but not for the rest of your mouth, then something is not right. If your teeth seem to suddenly develop their own nervous system, sending pain from the end of your tooth up to your gums, you may be suffering… Read more »
Smile for the Lasers
In past generations, lasers were thought of as something in science fiction that you wouldn’t want to be in front of when fired up, let alone open wide for and smile. This may be why futuristic movies never make it into their own futures. They usually get it all wrong. As technology in today’s society… Read more »
Detecting Oral Cancer Early Can Save Your Life
Do you know that approximately 37,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year? It’s true, but unfortunately, it’s not a problem that many people know about. Because oral cancer is often detected in the later stages, it has a higher mortality rate than that of other health problems, including several other forms of… Read more »
Pella Families Shouldn't Fear Fluoride
Dental fluoride is a routine part of most dental cleanings and exams at many dental offices. For some time, however, the use of fluoride has been a debate among dental and health professionals. The question remains: Is fluoride good for you and your teeth, or not? Well, the answer is yes. Fluoride contains a protective… Read more »