May 7, 2015 Grassroots solutions from America's dentists: Getting everyone the dental care they need Amid all the talk of cost and access to healthcare come stories of innovation and grassroots solutions to get people the dental care that they need. These solutions are not the invention of big government, corporate investment or complex social programs. Rather, they are the brainchild of collaborations in and for local communities by people like you and me.
February 5, 2015 High school student died from flesh-eating bacteria following dental procedure A Maine high school student who died in February after undergoing a routine dental procedure was killed by a rare flesh-eating bacteria
November 20, 2014 Brush, Floss Your Teeth to Treat Gum Disease If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth you might have gingivitis. This gum disease is characterized by inflammation of the gums and can be painful if not taken care of. Fortunately, it can be treated and prevented with good oral hygiene.
November 20, 2014 Replace Your Toothbrush Every Three Months for Better Oral Health You don’t get a second chance with your adult teeth, so it is vital to take care of them. Dentists recommend that you brush your teeth for two minutes at a time at least twice a day. As a rule of thumb, you should brush your teeth for almost as long as it takes to microwave a bag of popcorn.
