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fromMail Online
4 days ago

Revealed: What the colour of your TEETH says about you

Teeth discoloration can reveal serious health issues and signs of decay.
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

All the embarrassing secrets your mouth reveals to your dentist

Routine cleanings and regular dental check-ups are important as the mouth is considered the 'gateway' to the body, thus it can be the origin of problems in many different aspects of the body.
Health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Tens of thousands of children finishing primary school without dental checks due to lack of HSE dentists

The number of dentists employed by the HSE at the end of last year was just 249, illustrating the severe shortage of dental professionals available to provide care.
Public health
#fluoride
NYC parents
fromwww.ajc.com
2 months ago

If US halted fluoride, kids' cavities would grow by millions, study says

Banning fluoride could lead to billions in added dental costs and millions more cavities for American children.
Public health
fromtime.com
2 months ago

As Fluoride Bans Spread, Who Will Be Hit the Hardest?

Banning fluoride in public water could raise cavities and dental costs, harming low-income children the most.
Public health
fromtime.com
2 months ago

As Fluoride Bans Spread, Who Will Be Hit the Hardest?

Banning fluoride in public water could raise cavities and dental costs, harming low-income children the most.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

All My Dentist's Feedback So Far

Dental care is a lifelong responsibility that starts early with habits formed as children.
Health
fromtime.com
2 months ago

How Often Should You Really Go to the Dentist?

Regular dental visits are crucial for oral and overall health, but many people do not go often enough.
#oral-hygiene
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

What are the best health trends for 2025? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI-powered apps now analyse photos of your teeth to detect early problems," explains Dr Harpreet Varaitch of Gabriels Hill Dental Practice. "Whilst smart toothbrushes provide real-time feedback on brushing technique and oral health progress."
Wellness
Public health
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

RFK Jr.'s fluoride ban would ruin 25 million kids' teeth, cost $9.8 billion

Fluoridation at safe levels is beneficial, particularly for disadvantaged children despite controversy surrounding its potential harms.
fromBustle
3 months ago

Want A Brighter Smile? This Dentist-Backed Brand Sends (Custom!) Whitening Kits To Your Home

The first-of-its-kind company, Laughland, offers affordable, dentist-created tooth whitening solutions with customized kits delivered to your door.
Marketing tech
Health
fromKqed
3 months ago

What's a Dentist to Do When There's Not Much to Smile About? Ask Dr. J | KQED

Dental care disparities persist, particularly affecting Black and Mexican American adults, as highlighted by recent studies and policy discussions.
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

FDA Moves To Ban Fluoride Supplements For Kids

FDA to remove ingestible fluoride supplements, conflicting with health bodies' recommendations on dental health.
fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

My Open Letter to the American Dental Association

Despite longstanding support for water fluoridation, research indicating its link to reduced IQ scores, ADHD symptoms, and thyroid dysfunction compels a reassessment of this practice.
Alternative medicine
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

TikTok Says to Smell Your Floss - Dentists Say You Might Want To Listen

If the mere thought of flossing makes you a little panic-stricken that you aren't flossing enough, you're not alone. According to the American Dental Association, you should be cleaning between teeth with floss or another interdental cleaner once a day.
SF food
#fluoride-ban
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miami food

Florida is about to ban fluoride in public drinking water, following RFK Jr.'s crusade to get rid of it

fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miami food

Florida is about to ban fluoride in public drinking water, following RFK Jr.'s crusade to get rid of it

Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

Experts Are Telling Us How Your Period Can Seriously Impact This One Body Part

Hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can increase gum sensitivity and inflammation, raising the risk of gingivitis or early-stage gum disease.
SF parents
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Dentists Are Revealing Oral Health "Lies" That More People Should Know, And It's Shocking

Sugary drinks significantly harm dental health due to high sugar content and acid exposure.
Frequent consumption of sugar and acid-rich beverages increases the risk of tooth decay.
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