Want A Permanent Fix For Tooth Loss? Choose Dental Implants

Before dental implants, tooth restoration for missing teeth was rather short-lived, patching up the issue temporarily, and certainly not restoring the tooth to a suitable standard for chewing and speaking. Dental implants are the undisputed leader in tooth replacement, providing a tooth-like solution for lost teeth that has the potential to last for 30+ years, and for many people, the rest of their lives. Before we discuss the lifespan of

Tonsil Stones: The Hidden Culprit Behind Persistent Bad Breath

Fresh-smelling breath. It’s one of the simplest yet most impactful ways to leave a good impression on people you just met. When combined with a confident smile, a pleasant breath can make all the difference when setting a welcoming tone for all your interactions. Yet, despite their best efforts—brushing, flossing, and mouthwash—some people grapple with persistent bad breath. At worst, this oral health issue can leave others self-conscious and hesitant

The Importance of Pediatric Root Canal Treatment: Safeguarding Your Child’s Dental Health

Most adults know about root canal treatment or RCT, but did you know that even kids can undergo this type of dental treatment? In case you need a refresher, RCT (which is also known as endodontic therapy) is a dental procedure that involves removing the infected or damaged pulp (nerve and blood vessel) inside a tooth. This dental procedure is often performed when a tooth’s infection or damage is severe

Viscous Saliva: A Warning Sign You Shouldn’t Overlook for Oral Health

Saliva, known colloquially as spit, is what’s produced by the mouth’s salivary glands in order to fulfill a variety of functions, such as keeping the mouth moist and bacteria-free as well as making it easier to eat or chew food by making it softer. The mouth lubricator doesn’t only aid digestion—it also assists in expulsion of bacterial and viral foreign bodies in tandem with mucus or snot and phlegm from

AAO urges patients to report aligner issues to FDA

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is urging members to report adverse events from clear aligners to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) database, as the volume of submissions may prompt stronger action and public warnings. The FDA oversees the Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database, which tracks adverse events involving medical devices, including direct-to-consumer (DTC) clear aligners, according to an AAO press release dated September 18.

Dental work for toothache leads actor to lose his hobbit feet

Actor Billy Boyd, best known as Pippin in the trilogy “The Lord of the Rings,” perspired, ungluing his hairy hobbit feet while receiving a dental filling sans a numbing agent so he could get back to work. The story was published on September 26 on ABC 4. Billy Boyd. Image courtesy of Wikipedia. For the first time in a decade, Boyd reunited with fellow hobbits, Frodo and Merry, better known

6 in 10 patients take dental problems into their own hands

About 60% of dental patients self-medicate — most commonly with analgesics and antibiotics — for their oral health problems, including unbearable pain, according to a large systematic review published on September 19 in BMC Oral Health. Therefore, prompt, effective interventions may be needed to address the elevated prevalence of self-medication for dental problems, the authors wrote. “The prevalence of self-medication is very high, and it is one of the major

Transform Your Smile and Life with Cosmetic Dentistry

In today’s world, a radiant smile can do wonders for your personal and professional life. Cosmetic dentistry has advanced leaps and bounds, offering numerous procedures to enhance your smile and boost your confidence. Whether you’re looking to fix a minor issue or undergo a complete transformation, cosmetic dentistry has something for everyone. In this blog post, we will explore the top 10 advantages of cosmetic dentistry, and how it can

Vivos apnea device for kids gets FDA nod

Medical device company Vivos Therapeutics has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its device that treats moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring in children. This device, part of Vivos’ CARE line, is designed for children ages 6 to 17 who experience snoring or OSA and need orthodontic treatment.

Oral Surgery for Sleep Apnea: How Can an Oral Surgeon Help?

Sleep apnea is more than just snoring—it’s a condition that disrupts your breathing and impacts your overall health. Many people juggle CPAP machines and oral appliances, but oral surgeons offer a more permanent solution. Through personalized care, an oral surgeon in Katy helps you breathe easier and sleep better. You can rely on them to address the root cause of OSA (obstructive sleep disorder). If this syndrome affects your daily

These specialists pull 3rd molars but for different reasons

Orthodontists may be more likely to support early extraction of third molars to prevent crowding and cavities, while oral surgeons focus on avoiding pericoronitis and infections. This study was recently published in BMC Oral Health. Furthermore, women were more likely than men to prefer extraction of partially impacted third molars to prevent cavities on second molars, which could be relevant in gender medicine, the authors wrote. “This study has been

Collaboration leads to culturally safe oral health care

A new collaborative project has highlighted the importance of accessible and culturally safe health care for First Nations people. Members of the University of Adelaide’s AKction (Aboriginal Kidney Care Together—Improving Outcomes Now) team worked with TAFE SA dental hygiene students and educators including Kelly Clemente to co-design strategies to increase oral health care information and services for AKction’s Kidney Warriors (First Nations People living with kidney disease). Results from the project, which was also