Dentistry News

How to Prepare a Special Needs Adult for Their First Dental Visit: A Caregiver’s Guide
You've scheduled your family member's dental visit. Now you're trying to figure out how to make it go well: what to bring, what to ... read more

IV Sedation Dentistry: Are You Awake or Asleep? (And 6 Other Questions, Answered)
Why we wrote this guide The number one question Masterpiece Smiles gets about IV sedation is "will I be awake or asleep?" The honest ... read more

Chronic Gum Disease May Cause of Alzheimer’s, Study Claims
We may finally have found the long-elusive cause of Alzheimer’s disease. read more

Fluoride Water Prevents Dental Decay for U.S. Kids
Recent study confirms the fluoridation of America's drinking water prevents decay in U.S. kids and adolescents. read more

Estrogen Therapy May Prevent Gum Disease in Women
New research indicates treatment for osteoporosis may prevent gum disease in postmenopausal women. read more

Fight Cavities and Gum Disease, Drink More Red Wine?
Wine polyphenols are good for your colon and heart. Evidence shows wine might also be good for your oral health. read more

Big Love for Little Teeth
Why little teeth are such a big deal. Identify common cavity causes, develop an action plan and learn the best prevention techniques. read more

Is Sparkling Water Bad for My Teeth?
Is the fizz of your favorite sparkling water putting you at risk for tooth decay? Get answers and see the latest research results. read more

Reduce Your Risk of Stomach Cancer with Better Oral Health
Probiotics are specially designed to recolonize the mouth and gut with healthy bacteria. read more

What are Gum Treatments and How They Can Help Gum Disease?
Learn what gum disease is and the different treatments available. read more

How to Make Brushing Fun for Kids
How do you teach your kids good oral hygiene habits that they will willing follow? read more

Overcome Dental Fears with Sedation Dentistry
Sedation can be used for any dental procedure from simple teeth cleaning to surgery. read more
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