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The chemicals triclosan and triclocarban are on a list the FDA recently required be removed from hand and body soap. The thinking is based on a couple of questions. First, are these antibacterial chemicals making a health difference? And, are we manufacturing a line of products that create resistant bacteria in people and our environment?…
Blueberry Extract & Gum Disease
Blueberries have many healthy benefits aside from being delicious. The Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry reports extracts from the blueberry, Vaccinium Angustifolium Ait, blocks a pathway of inflammation, a big component of gum disease. Toss a handful onto your breakfast everyday in support of your whole health. J of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2015,…
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us from time to time skip this required habit. Studies show that around 68% of people report flossing at least once a week, while 20% say they really never floss. Skipping the dedicated flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and bring about pricey…
Affordable Cosmetic Dentistry
Will your California dental insurance cover cosmetic dental procedures? Many men and women assume their dental insurance won’t cover any procedures obtained solely for cosmetic purposes. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or dental bonding. However, many California dental insurance plans and supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment necessary to repair damage from…
Oral Bacteria & Stroke
A recent study allows a better understanding of the connection between certain types of stroke and bacteria usually found in the mouth. The research teams have more to study but, they believe the bacteria [streptococcus mutans] may bind to weak blood vessel walls. Blood vessels are damages by high blood pressure and increased age. Managing…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you abstain from twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to see your…