Forget ghosts and ghouls — Halloween can get really scary if you have to make an urgent trip to the dentist’s office. Past research has reported an 80% jump in emergency dentist visits on Halloween versus other October days. “This spike is often due to people indulging in candies that can damage teeth or existing dental work,” … Read more
You may need a shower after hearing the results of this eye-opening study. Northwestern University researchers identified more than 600 different viruses on 92 showerhead and 34 toothbrush samples — and no two samples were alike. “The number of viruses that we found is absolutely wild,” said indoor microbiologist Erica M. Hartmann, who led the study. “We … Read more
WASHINGTON — If you have stained or chipped teeth, you might be considering veneers, customized teeth coverings that can restore a photogenic smile without more extensive dental work. But dentists warn that these pricey cosmetic enhancements are at the center of a worrisome online trend: unlicensed practitioners without proper training or supervision offering low-cost veneers. These self-described … Read more
This dentist is revealing the tooth about oral hygiene. Dr. Alex Foo says it takes more than brushing and flossing twice per day to keep your teeth healthy. To prevent dental destruction, the award-winning dentist says it is imperative to give your teeth a break after lunch. A two-hour food embargo after a midday meal … Read more
She’s sharing her morning drill. UK dental surgeon Shaadi Manouchehri has revealed her three-step routine for good oral hygiene — brushing her teeth before breakfast, scraping her tongue twice a day and using mouthwash before brushing. “I’m a dentist of almost 10 years, and it’s taken me that long to perfect this, and I feel like I … Read more
They’re trying to set these DIYers straight. Dental experts are advising against fake, decorative braces applied at home — also known as “fashion braces” — because the unnecessary heavy metal can cause painful tooth damage, detrimental misalignment or oral infections. “Tooth enamel does not grow back,” Dr. Samuel Lee, an orthodontist based in Southern California, … Read more
Here’s some news to harsh your yellow. Experts at Rikfkin Dental, which serves the Yorktown Heights and Carmel areas of New York, have taken to TikTok to warn patients that whitening toothpaste may make their chompers more likely to stain and chip. Spilling the tea on teeth, the clip cautions folks that “whitening toothpastes do … Read more
Call it dental h-AI-genics. A Boston-based tech company, backed by Mark Zuckerberg’s dentist father, has successfully managed the world’s first all-robotic dental procedure. Perceptive, a business that harnesses artificially intelligent imaging software paired with a robotic arm, has taken a big bite out of future medical technology. A robot carried out the first-ever automated dental … Read more
Oh, hail no! Dentists are sharing the risks of chewing ice, warning that it can lead to chipped or fractured teeth and increased sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures. “Tooth enamel is made up of rod-like structures that are composed of thousands of microscopic crystals,” Dr. Roopali Kulkarni, a doctor of dental medicine and a … Read more
Just call it a matcha made in heaven. Using matcha, a type of green tea, as a mouthwash could lead to a healthier smile, according to a new study. Researchers in Japan used a mouthwash made with matcha extract and were able to inhibit the growth of P. gingivalis, a type of bacteria that causes … Read more
Brushing up on your dental hygiene at home could keep you healthier for longer. A recent poll found that Americans admit to skipping brushing their teeth 5 times a week. Oral health is a window to overall health, and problems in the mouth can lead to disease throughout the body, according to the Mayo Clinic. … Read more
A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after sharing the circumstances in which you should skip brushing your teeth — at least for awhile. Dr. Shaadi Manouchehri, clinical director at Smart Dental Aesthetics and director at the London School of Facial Esthetics in England, sparked online conversations after she shocked viewers by saying you should not scrub … Read more
This one’s a brush job. After years of being told to spit and rinse, Americans are now being told merely to spit, as dental experts pour water on the notion of swish-swishing after attending to our pearly whites. Brittany Seymour, a rep for the American Dental Association and a Harvard School of Dental Medicine professor, … Read more
So, you’ve given up red wine and coffee yet your teeth are still stained. What gives? The culprit could be lurking elsewhere in your diet, Whitney DiFoggio, a registered dental hygienist, told The Post. “It’s not just the things we think of,” she said, highlighting java, tea and vino. In fact, “anything that can stain … Read more
Internationally renowned Israeli-born photographer Rafael Fuchs has always used his art to push boundaries and highlight the absurdities of modern life — even during wartime. Called to serve in Lebanon in 1983 while he was still an art student at Jerusalem’s prestigious Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design brought his avant-garde style to the battlefield. … Read more
You can have a canine on your lap while your dentist cleans your canines. A dental office in downtown Minneapolis offers a unique service for their patients — an emotional support dog. April Kline, a hygienist at J&D Dental, started bringing her 4-year-old English goldendoodle to work last year when she realized he might help … Read more
This is not a drill. Dental experts are stressing the importance of keeping your teeth and gums healthy, especially as research suggests that poor oral hygiene is associated with dementia. “The public needs to be more aware of the correlation between oral health and cognitive abilities,” Chia-Shu Lin, a professor in dentistry at National Yang Ming … Read more
Mind the gaps! A UK dentist is warning that unsightly gaps that appear as black triangles near the gum line could indicate oral hygiene concerns. “They can trap food particles and impact oral hygiene and aesthetics, which may warrant dental attention for cosmetic or preventive reasons,” Dr. Abdul Azizi, principal dentist at Harley Private Dental in … Read more
Water you talking about? Drinking water throughout the day is apparently bad for your teeth, according to a dentist. Dr. Ellie Phillips, a dentist based in Austin, Texas, posts educational videos to her TikTok account where she has 219k followers. In one video, which has nearly 14,000 views since being posted two days ago, she … Read more
Dentists are finally settling the age-old debate over the best time to brush your teeth after waking up. In the question of before or after breakfast, one smile expert believes brushing post-coffee and food is the best way. “Brushing your teeth after breakfast is considered beneficial for oral health because it helps protect your teeth … Read more