A beautiful smile and healthy mouth actually can come from in addition to regular brushing and flossing a daily diet that does not lack the essential vitamins and minerals that make vital contributions to a person's oral health. Many people overlook the importance of good nutrition in keeping their smile beautiful and their mouth healthy.

You think you are doing you teeth and gums a favor by using toothpaste. But could toothpaste be doing harm to your body and your bright smile?  What you should know about your toothpaste... if you want to know.

Dental implants offer many advantages over traditional tooth replacement procedures. Gone are the days when patients were forced to simply wear unsightly or uncomfortable caps, crowns or dentures. Often insecure and artificial looking, these solutions left people unable to talk and eat with confidence. Dental implants minimize the risks associated with crowns and caps, while maximizing the rewards by producing natural looking, healthy and most of all safer teeth that let recipients smile with conviction.

A new material for filling teeth that releases hydroxyl ions and a preventive gel with buffering substances can both effectively neutralize the acid produced in tooth plaque, even after being in the mouth for a long period. This has been shown by Anitha Persson at Umea University in Sweden.

Red wine contains compounds called polyphenols that help prevent and reduce the tissue damage caused by periodontal disease, according to a study presented by the American Association for Dental Research at its 35th Annual Meeting in Florida.

Studies have shown that diabetics are more susceptible to the development of oral infections and periodontal disease than those who do not have diabetes. Oral infections tend to be more severe in diabetic patients than non-diabetic patients.

Patients are focused on how things look at feel. We are focused on identifying patient needs and utilizing appropriate therapies. Some marvelous products can help us provide appropriate end results for our patients.

The British Dental Health Foundation has reignited debate over the healthy properties of cranberries by highlighting research showing they could help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

Rutgers scientists today announced a revolutionary new treatment for killing the bacteria that attack gum tissue during periodontal disease, while also promoting healing and the regeneration of tissue and bone around the teeth.

Can a toothbrush help clean out your heart? Surprisingly, yes. Brushing your teeth has been shown to be the first step in preventing periodontal disease that can lead to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes complications.