Antibiotic
Prophylaxis for Dental Treatment: An Overview. By Kimberly A. Loos, D.D.S.
Dental Anatomy Instructor Fixed Prosthodontics Department University of Pacific
School of Dentistry
A New
Computer System that helps create tooth-colored fillings and crowns. How
effective is this new technology?
Are
there any methods for whitening veneers? (bleaching, laser, etc)
Are
whitening toothpastes safe and effective? What ingredients are commonly used? Are
there better options for whitening teeth?
Cosmetic
dentistry on healthy teeth? Good information about veneers.
DentaSan:
Is this whitener available in the US? I used a tooth whitener called
DentaSan in Germany. Now my teeth are very white! Can I purchase this product in the
United States or Mexico?
Dental
Amalgam Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Atlanta, GA
Gums
red and sore after teeth bleaching Informative article about gum & tooth
sensitivity during teeth bleaching and how to circumvent it.
How
effective is laser treatment for whitening teeth? What are the possible complications,
if any? What is the cost?
How to
find a good cosmetic dentist Although cosmetic dentistry is not an
official dental specialty, some dentists have invested more practice and education in this
area.
Invisible
Braces Currently, clear fixed appliances are bonded on the facial surface. While
the original clear plastic brackets had many problems, the newest ceramic brackets do not
present the same concerns.
Is a
Water Pik a good product? I have heard that they may force bacteria into the blood
stream.
Is the
Sonicare electric toothbrush effective? In my office, I have definitely seen
improvement in patients diagnosed with periodontal disease who use a Sonicare toothbrush.
The gum tissue is healthier and pocket depths between the teeth and gums have
decreased..... Read more about this toothbrush:
The Sonicare Site: Sonicare. The Sonic
Toothbrush
Latex Allergy
By Kimberly A. Loos, D.D.S. Dental Anatomy Instructor Fixed Prosthodontics
Department University of Pacific School of Dentistry
Low-cost
tips for a bright smile Hot coffee and ice tea are especially hazardous to your
smile because they change the temperature of your teeth... 11 tips.
Nightguards:
Protection from teeth grinding
By Larry G. Loos, D.D.S., M.A. Professor and Chairperson Fixed Prosthodontics
Department University of Pacific School of Dentistry
Non-Chew
Cookbook
By J. Randy Wilson Foreword by Mark A. Piper, D.M.D., M.D. Author of
"Non-Chew Cookbook"
Oral Cancer: Prevention and
detection
By Sol Silverman, Jr., M.A., D.D.S. Professor and Chairman of Oral Medicine
Univeristy California, San Francisco
Orthodontia
vs Veneers for a quick fix. How many people who get porcelain veneers end up
having problems with them?
Oxyfresh
toothpaste & mouthrinse A friend of mine mentioned that his dentist
recommended a product called Oxyfresh toothpaste. It supposedly prevents gum
disease. If this product is effective, why isn't it sold over the counter?
The Pros
& Cons of Flouridated Water for Adults What are the benefits or
disadvantages of water fluoridation for ADULTS, who have healthy teeth and don't NEED the
same fluoride protection that is of obvious benefit to youngsters?
Trace
Mineral Interactions By Linda Strause, Ph.D., Assistant Research
Biologist and Paul Saltman, Ph.D., Professor of Biology Department of Biology,
University of California at San Diego
Why is
Oral Health an Important Health Issue? Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention Atlanta, GA
