Before traveling abroad for dental work, keep in mind that dentists working in the United States like Dr. Thomas Cooke have graduated from a dental school accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Although oral and throat cancer seems to be less frequently heard and read about, the National Cancer Institute estimates that approximately 40,000 people will be diagnosed with one of these two conditions this year.
In addition to brushing twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, flossing every night and having your pearly whites cleaned twice a year at an affordable dental care firm, you may also want to consider using a tongue scraper.
According to the American Dental Association (ADA), plaque has bacteria in it which after eating, releases acids that can attach and begin to rot tooth enamel.
In fact, according to the American Dental Association (ADA), certain prescription drugs like Atelvia, Didronel, Boniva and Fosamax, used to fight osteoporosis can result in osteonecrosis, a disease that causes serious damage to your jaw.
The American Dental Association lists several ways that tongue piercings can be bad for your teeth and says that by just clicking the jewelry against your pearly whites or by accidentally biting down on it and cracking your tooth, you’re doing more harm to your oral health than you think.
When you’re in the grocery store or supermarket, the ADA says you’ll likely come across two types of rinses: those that are therapeutic and ones used for cosmetic purposes.