Reprinted from UIC Today According to a study from the University of Illinois Chicago, adding a small amount of hydrogen peroxide to the water in ultrasonic scalers used to clean teeth can help mitigate the risk of spreading airborne diseases, including COVID-19, in clinical dental environments. Researchers from UIC’s College of Dentistry and College of … Read more
1. Not changing your brush enough The ADA recommends changing your toothbrush every 3-4 months. Not only does this keep the bristle in your brush effective, is also removes potential bacterial build up trapped in the broken down brush. Frayed and broken bristles won’t keep your teeth clean. 2. Rushing to be done Speed demons, … Read more
When it comes to brushing your teeth, is there such a thing as too much? Turns out yes and no. One of those misconceptions about brushing is harder is not better. The same can also be said of a water Pik. Too strong of a setting can actually damage your teeth and gums, leading to … Read more
Periodontal disease is a common dental condition that affects one out of every two American adults aged 30 and over. It’s the leading cause of tooth loss in adults in the developed world. But it is presently thought to beyond teeth, and have been linked to Alzheimer’s, rheumatoid arthritis, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, stroke, heart disease and … Read more
A dental deep cleaning, sometimes referred to as gum therapy, is a treatment that cleans between the gums and teeth down to the roots. Like a regular cleaning, the hygienist or dentist will clean the tooth, gum line and sides of the teeth. However in a deep teeth cleaning, they continue to remove tartar buildup … Read more
Wish you could go back in time to straighten your teeth? Good news: the ship hasn’t sailed for that dream just yet! More and more adults are heading to the orthodontist’s office to get the smile they’ve always wanted. If news about the topic or a passerby with braces has left you wanting to know … Read more