Archive for 'Fun Dental Facts' Category
Fun Dental Facts
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
The latest iPhone app for parents and kids pairs the fun of losing a tooth with important dental tips from the expert herself. The Tooth Fairy Beacon app transforms mobile devices into a magical portal giving kids a peek into the Tooth Fairy's world. Exciting animation, sound effects and narration by the Tooth Fairy ...
Fun Dental Facts, Oral Hygiene
Friday, August 20, 2010
Did you know that neem is one of the products used in oral healthcare in developing countries? For example, India has been using the neem tree and its products to create toothbrushes for centuries. A person chews one end of the neem twig until it somewhat resembles the bristles of a toothbrush, and then uses ...
Fun Dental Facts, dentures
Friday, August 13, 2010
A set of partial dentures was auctioned off on July 29, 2010 for the incredible price of approximately $24,000. Of course, these were not your everyday dentures, having often been referred to as the “teeth that saved the world.” The gold-plated upper dentures, one of several sets, were worn by Prime Minister Winston ...
Fun Dental Facts
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Dentistry actually does have a big role in Crime Scene Investigation commonly known as CSI. It's really all about Forensic Dentistry which is the branch of dentistry that deals with the legal aspects of professional dental practices and treatment, with particular emphasis on the use of dental records to identify victims of crimes and their ...
Dental Health Tips, Fun Dental Facts, Pediatric Dentistry
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
According to the National Confectioners Association, Americans spend more than $1.5 billion on Easter candy each year, second only to the $1.77 billion spent on Halloween. This means that on average each American will eat the equivalent of 25 pounds of candy, plus an additional 2 pounds of gum each year. Dear Doctor magazine encourages ...
Fun Dental Facts
Sunday, February 7, 2010
According to the American Veterinarian Dental Society, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show some signs of oral disease by age 3.
As in humans, plaque and tartar build up leads to periodontal disease which affects the tissues and supporting tooth structures. Pets show symptoms of red, swollen and bleeding gums, pain, and persistent ...
Fun Dental Facts
Saturday, February 6, 2010
In 1840, the world's first dental college was opened at the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery. This began the formal education of dentists who would receive the Doctor of Dental Science or DDS degree. Years later, the Harvard University Dental School was founded in 1867 as the first university-affiliated dental institution. The school ...
Fun Dental Facts, tooth decay
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Don't rush to brush: Waiting for 30 to 60 minutes after sipping on a soda gives teeth time to re-mineralize (essentially re-harden) after the acid softens the surface enamel. Basically, the saliva neutralizes the effects of the acid, by serving as a buffer. Intuitively you might think that brushing right away is the best thing ...
Fun Dental Facts
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Sun (General Dentist) – The Center of the Dental Universe
General Dentists are at the center of our dental universe. As your Family Dentist, they are the trusted professionals who guide and maintain your family's dental health and when necessary will involve the help of the “Dental Specialists,” represented by the other planets in our dental ...
Fun Dental Facts, Oral Health
Friday, February 5, 2010
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the 20th century has produced numerous things that improve the overall health of Americans. Some of these you may know, while others may be a surprise when you first read them...but seem obvious once you think about it. For example, you might guess that fluoridation ...
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