Did you know that eating asparagus is actually good for your teeth? That’s true. Asparagus is a great source of inulin; a prebiotic fiber that helps you digest probiotics. So, now that you know, make sure to add asparagus to your diet as a big boost of fiber. A healthy gut microbiome is key to…
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Diagnosing Erosive Teeth
Do you have difficulty recognizing erosive tooth wear? This is the irreversible loss of dental hard tissue, when compared to sound and carious teeth. Well, according to a study published in the Journal of the ADA, participants had difficulty recognizing erosive tooth wear in general and compared to sound and carious teeth at each level…
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Vaping and Tobacco effect on Dental Health
Just recently the ADA announced a new interim policy which calls for a total ban on all vaping products that are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for tobacco cessation purposes. Additionally, the ADA said that Dentists must be prudent in protecting patients from harmful products. The policy, which is in step with…
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Smoking, Non-Cigarette Alternatives
Many non-cigarette alternatives are often marketed as healthier alternatives to smoking, but hopefully you are aware that tobacco is harmful to your oral health as well as your overall health. So, with that said, there is no such thing as a healthy tobacco product. Did you know that quitting is the only way to decrease…
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