Dental implant procedures are on the rise due to their aesthetic appeal and high success rate. The dental implant and prosthetic market in the U.S. is projected to reach $6.4 billion in 2018, according the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). More than 30 million Americans are missing all their teeth in one or both…
We recently read an article on www.syracuse.com called, “Toxic toys are partly to blame for increasing kids’ cancer rates and developmental disabilities, advocate says,” which states that activists are urging state legislature to pass a law that would enforce listing toxic materials used in toys. This law would increase consumer awareness and overall consumer safety…
Most dental patients do not know the answer to this question – most also do not know that poor-quality dental restorations can contain harmful materials that could lead to a range of health consequences. With tooth loss and other dental issues prevalent among seniors, it is important that all, but especially older people, are aware…
Think about how much time parents spend evaluating the foods their children ingest, the kinds of teething toys that are safe for their children and which toothpastes and brushes are best for their child’s teeth. Now, consider whether or not your child’s dental restorations are actually safe. Many assume dentist-prescribed restorations – such as retainers,…