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Monthly Archives: February, 2010

Are Toothbrush Sanitizers Effective?

When I was a kid, one of my teachers once told our class that bacteria from human waste in the bathroom could find its...

What Is Oil Pulling Therapy and Can it Improve Dental Health?

Oil pulling therapy is an ancient medicinal technique that is used to improve oral health. Oil Pulling therapy involves putting a tablespoon of vegetable oil...

How Often Should You Get a New Toothbrush?

Are you one of the millions of Americans that only changes their toothbrush when your dentist gives you a free one at each check-up? ...

What a Frenectomy is and Why Your Child Might Need One

Lisa, a reader from Idaho recently took her children to the dentist.  The dentist remarked that one of her children might need a frenectomy. ...

Get Rid of Bad Breath By Eating These 12 Foods

Sure, that fried tuna fish sandwich with garlic and onion might have tasted good at lunch, but your post-lunch associates are not enjoying the...

Should Watsonville, California Fluoridate Their Water?

I usually don't post on Tuesdays, but I found an interesting article in the Los Angeles Times about the fluoridation of the water supply...

A World Map Showing Naturally Fluoridated Water

Last week, I wrote about how to find out how much fluoride your water contains.  A reader wanted to know what parts of the...

Allergies to Mercury In Silver Fillings Aren’t Common

People frequently wonder if the mercury in their silver fillings (also called amalgam fillings) could be to blame for various chronic diseases and disorders...

Eight Causes of Bad Breath – It’s Not Just Onions & Garlic

Sometimes I feel bad for onions and garlic.  Lots of people eat them and enjoy them.  Then, after a few minutes they notice that...

Find Out How Much Fluoride Is In Your Tap Water

Water fluoridation began in the United States in Grand Rapids, Michigan in1945.  It is considered one of the Ten Great Health Achievements of the...

The Three Ways Fluoride Protects Your Teeth

Fluoride is an ion that has proven to be very effective at keeping our smiles looking as good as they can for as long...

Which Type of Filling Lasts Longest, White or Silver?

In my last two articles, I addressed the length of time that White (Composite or Tooth-Colored) fillings last and the length of time that...

How Long Do White Fillings Last?

Last week, I wrote about how long amalgam (silver-colored) fillings last.  While many people have amalgam fillings in their mouths, others prefer white fillings...

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