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Dentistry Blog with Tammy Davenport June 2007 Archive

By Tammy Davenport, About.com Guide to Dentistry since 2005

How to Floss Your Teeth With Braces

Thursday June 28, 2007
Photo © Tammy Davenport Since braces can trap food debris, it is very important to floss everyday. Flossing helps to remove plaque from in between the teeth as well ... Read More

How to Brush Your Teeth With Braces

Tuesday June 26, 2007
Photo © Tammy Davenport Proper oral hygiene is essential to orthodontic treatment. Braces can trap food debris which makes plaque more difficult to brush and floss away. Brushing after ... Read More

Dental Implant Photo Gallery

Saturday June 23, 2007
Photo © Tammy Davenport A dental implant is designed to act as the tooth root and can anchor an artificial tooth or teeth such as a crown, bridge or denture. Dental ... Read More

Dental X-ray / Radiograph Photo Gallery

Tuesday June 19, 2007
Photo © Tammy Davenport Most of us are probably used to having X-rays taken when we visit the dentist, but do you know why they are taken? This photo gallery will ... Read More

Counterfeit Colgate Toothpaste Found in U.S. Could Contain Posion

Friday June 15, 2007
Photo © Andre Veron Counterfeit tubes of Colgate brand toothpaste, possibly containing Diethylene Glycol, a poisonous chemical used in antifreeze, have been found in at least four states. These 5 ... Read More

Have Your Teeth Whitened for a Bridal Smile

Wednesday June 13, 2007
Mel Curtis/Getty Images If you're planning a wedding, you've got a lot to think about. Having your teeth whitened for your big day can give you a bridal smile that will take ... Read More

What You Need to Know About Teeth Whitening

Monday June 11, 2007
Photo © Javiera de Aguirre According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, teeth whitening treatments are the number one requested cosmetic dental procedures. It's no wonder. Whitening your teeth can ... Read More

FDA Issues Poisonous Toothpaste Alert

Thursday June 7, 2007
Photo © Andre Veron The United States Food and Drug Administration has recently issued an alert for people to avoid buying any toothpaste that is marked as made in China. Certain ... Read More

What is Tooth Sensitivity?

Tuesday June 5, 2007
Photo © Adam Davis Have you ever been sitting in the dentist chair when a blast of cold air or water hits your teeth, causing you to almost run out of ... Read More

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