Minnesota Dental Association Launches Patient Education Campaign
The Minnesota Dental Association wants people to know how important their oral health is. That’s why they’re launching the “Healthy Gums, Healthy You”.
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Panel Makes Recommendations on Various Issues
Sugar-free chewing gum, lozenges and hard candy containing xylitol could help to prevent cavities. This information comes from a recent expert panel put.
- September 13, 2011
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Proposed Law to Restrict Hygienists’ Work Doesn’t Pass
The ability of hygienists to work with low-income patients in Georgia was in jeopardy. But nothing will change now that the rejected a.
- September 12, 2011
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Colleges to Improve Dental Care in Appalachian Region
Parts of Kentucky may soon see major improvements in dental care available to residents. The University of Kentucky, Morehead State University and the.
- September 11, 2011
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Dental Health Pivotal During Pregnancy
There are many problems that could arise if good oral health isn’t maintained during pregnancy. There’s a direct correlation between pregnant mothers with.
- September 8, 2011
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Patients With Mental Illness More at Risk for Tooth Loss
People with severe mental illnesses are three times more likely to lose their teeth because of poor oral health. This information comes from.
- September 7, 2011
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Behavioral Therapy May Aid Patients with Fear of Dentist
If you fear a visit to the dentist, there may be a solution. According to a study from the British Dental Journal, one.
- September 6, 2011
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Implant Prosthesis May Be Better Option Than Dentures
There are now more people with edentulism and there’s a higher demand for new teeth as a result. Around 37 million Americans will.
- August 31, 2011
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Program Aims to Improve Dental Health in Appalachian Region
School children in the Appalachian region of Kentucky will soon benefit from a new program. Governor Steve Beshear recently announced that a $1.25.
- August 26, 2011
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Parents Need to Take Precautions to Avoid Passing Bacteria to Children
Parents don’t realize how easily they can pass harmful bacteria to children. The bacteria from an adult’s mouth can end up a child’s.
- August 26, 2011
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