Dental Health
24 Articles & Excerpts
Amalgam Removal
 Discover Wellness
by Phyllis Taber-Greenberg
Now that we've covered the things that you must interview your dentist on, let's cover the things that you must do to have the best results from your amalgam removal. 1. Dietary changes are important. This includes the elimination of caffeine, sugar
Dental Amalgams (Fillings)
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by Phyllis Taber-Greenberg
1. My Opinion Of Possible Problems: a. a. If one's dental fillings (amalgams) are metal, especially mercury-silver, they could be causing severe mental and physical health problems. My problems were OBESITY and emotional. There is a mountain of evidence c
Choosing a Dentist
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by Phyllis Taber-Greenberg
I would like to expound on the importance of selecting the dentist. The dentist that removed my amalgams is in West Palm Beach, Florida, and his name is Dr. Medlock. He was trained by Dr. Huggins and is a very sincere, conscientious person.
Braces : Crooked Teeth - Part 2, Straightening Options
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
To keep teeth straight after braces are removed, people must wear retainers. These appliances hold the teeth in their corrected position until the bones grow around the teeth to stabilize them. Since teeth tend to shift as a person ages, wearing retainers
Gum Disease : Anti-Plaque Mouthwashes, Baking Soda
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The use of mouthwashes in the quest for a healthy mouth has a long history. According to Irwin Mandel, D.D.S., professor of dentistry at Columbia University's School of Dental and Oral Surgery, an ancient Chinese text contains the first known
Braces: Not Just for Looks, Causes of Crooked Teeth
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Braces are more than the means to a stunning smile - they can improve dental health and function, says Susan Runner, D.D.S., chief of the Dental Devices Branch in the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health.
Gum Disease : Antibiotic Treatments, Oral Health and Overall Health
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Antibiotic treatments can be used either in combination with surgery and other therapies, or alone, to reduce or temporarily eliminate the bacteria associated with periodontal disease.
Braces : Early is Better, But It's Never Too Late
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Although healthy teeth can be moved at almost any age, the AAO recommends that children get an orthodontic exam by age 7. Many will not need treatment then, but periodic checkups can help the orthodontist detect and evaluate problems early and determine
Vitality Supreme
by Bernarr Macfadden
Health to a large extent depends upon the teeth. Food can not be properly masticated without sound molars. The modern tendency of teeth to decay early in life clearly proves that something is wrong with our dietetic or chewing habits.
Orthodontic Braces: Perfect Smile Replaces Tin Grin
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
A generation ago, a teen with braces might have been taunted by names like 'tin grin' and 'metal mouth.' But today's improved appliances and attitudes have turned orthodonture into something of a status symbol and have made braces acceptable for adults
A Handbook of Health
by Woods Hutchinson
The teeth are a very important part of our body and deserve far more attention and better care than they usually get. They are the first and most active part of our digestive system, cutting up and grinding foods that the stomach would be unable to melt
How to Live; Rules for Healthful Living
by Irving Fisher, Eugene Lyman Fisk, M.D.
There is one source of poisoning and infection so universal as to need special mention. This is infection through the mouth. Considered from the standpoint of efficiency, the modern mouth is out of adjustment with modern conditions
Gum Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
During a periodontal exam, your gums are checked for bleeding, swelling, and firmness. The teeth are checked for movement and sensitivity. Your bite is assessed. Full-mouth X-rays can help detect breakdown of bone surrounding your teeth.
Brushing Up on Gum Disease
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Getting your teeth pulled because of a sore arm may sound farfetched. But it happened more than once, says Saul Schluger, D.D.S., professor emeritus at the University of Washington's school of dentistry in Seattle.
Lasers in Dentistry
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Dental lasers hold out the promise of less pain, less noise, and less fear in dental procedures. FDA has cleared for marketing certain lasers for use in soft tissue procedures, but others - such as those used to drill teeth - are still under study.
Dental Health : How Decay Occurs
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
For most people, the first sign of a cavity is pain, but the actual start of tooth decay begins much earlier, with the accumulation of minute amounts of a sticky film, called plaque, on the tooth's surface.
Fighting Gum Disease
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
More than 75 percent of Americans over 35 have some form of gum disease. In its earliest stage, your gums might swell and bleed easily. At its worst, you might lose your teeth. The bottom line? If you want to keep your teeth, you must take care of your
Dental Fillings, Prevention of Decay
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Once decay is removed, a filling is placed inside the cut-out area to retain the tooth's shape and function, including chewing. Today, a variety of filling materials is available.
The Safe Use of Home Tooth Whitening Kits
by Health Canada
Home tooth whitening kits have become very popular with consumers who are hoping to enhance their appearance. When used correctly, they can produce noticeable results. In the past, most tooth whitening was performed in a dental office by a qualified
Growing Bones: Bone Expansion Treats Facial Deformities
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Growing bone in the jaws using special devices has become one of the newest ways to correct facial deformities, especially in children. As strange as it may seem, our bones can be stretched and lengthened.
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