The very product you are using to whiten your teeth may be damaging them, a new study suggests. In three experiments, researchers found the active ingredient in tooth whiteners, hydrogen peroxide, can …
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The gray area of charcoal toothpaste. Does it work? Should you use it?
by EDSby EDSGardner, an IT specialist who lives in Bowling Green, Kentucky, bought some after seeing Facebook ads for charcoal toothpaste and watching YouTubers spread the jet-black goop or powder on their teeth, brush …
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Digital smile design: When is it useful and why would I want it?
by 123Dentistby 123DentistWhen you’re unhappy with your smile, it’s hard to feel confident. Taking photographs, talking to others, and meeting new people can all feel like a challenge if you don’t want …
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Dental technology of the future is here today: Here are some examples to prove it
by EDSby EDSIn this day and age, technology is moving at lightning speeds. Tech that was once only found in science fiction is now here today. This is true for almost everything, …
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Using the power of the cloud to provide dental services to low-income families.
by Planet DDSby Planet DDSTooth decay is the most common chronic disease among children in the United States—in fact the CDC states that dental disease is four times more common than asthma among adolescents …
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Digital smile design: different technologies and providers
by 123Dentistby 123DentistDigital Smile Design allows dentists to use the latest advancements in technology to achieve excellence, improve accuracy, and boost communication. Patients also become active participants in their dental treatment plans, …
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Root Cause Movie Review: Are root canals killing us? A dentist’s thoughts
by Dr. Burhenneby Dr. BurhenneRecently, major dental organizations created an uproar about the Root Cause movie. The American Association of Endodontists (AAE), American Dental Association (ADA), and American Association of Dental Research (AADR) all …
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Don’t let growth create unnecessary headaches.
by Planet DDSby Planet DDSMulti-location groups comprise the fastest-growing segment in dental—by some estimates, they will represent 40% of the market within 5 years, changing the face of what is still a very fragmented …
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Is Your Floss Toxic? How to Find and Use Safe Dental Floss
by Dr. Burhenneby Dr. Burhenneflossing is too important to skip—and safe dental floss can make you feel even better about your habit. in this article, discover what toxic ingredient may be hiding in your …
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Forensic dentists identify victims of California wildfires.
by Planet DDSby Planet DDSCalifornia’s 2018 wildfire season continues to take its toll as officials search for missing residents in the aftermath of the Camp Fire, the deadliest wildfire in California’s history. The Camp …