Dental visits have come a long way in the past 100 years. The first US dental X-rays were made around 1900. The first dental hygienist education program was established in 1913. In 1945, Grand Rapids began the first community program of fluoridated drinking water. Innovations in dental technology are ongoing, and they make a difference…
You hear a lot about tooth care, and tooth brushing and taking good care of your teeth. Don’t let your gums get lost in all the fuss. Many habits that care for your teeth do also help your gums. Gentle brushing at the gum line, for example, helps keep that area free of tiny food…
Like every other part of the body, teeth need the proper nourishment to stay strong. A varied and nutritious diet benefits all the systems in your body, and there are a few vitamins and minerals that particularly support your teeth. Eating and drinking for oral health is one preventive strategy that can help decrease the…
People who look forward to dental procedures are few and far between. Even a routine checkup and cleaning can be a source of anxiety for some people. One solution is to avoid seeing a dentist, but this is an unfortunate choice. Teeth cannot repair themselves, and checkups and cleanings are important to good oral health.…
