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Dentistry Blog with Tammy Davenport May 2008 Archive

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

Oral Piercing and Dental Problems

Thursday May 29, 2008
Photo © Hilary Quinn Oral piercing is popular, but many people aren't aware of the dental problems associated with oral piercing and don't take the time to learn about the risks ... Read More

Teeth Whitening is a Great Gift for Grads and Dads

Monday May 26, 2008
With graduation fast approaching and Father's Day right around the corner, it's time to decide what gifts you are going to give. Whether it's for a graduate or your dad, you ... Read More

POLL: Do You Floss Your Teeth Everyday?

Sunday May 18, 2008
Photo © T. Davenport This is a simple, short and sweet poll. Since no one knows who you are, you can be completely and totally honest. Flossing daily is essential to ... Read More

Dentists Can Help to Recognize Celiac Disease

Wednesday May 14, 2008
Photo © ADAM Celiac disease causes the body's immune system to damage and attack the small intestine upon consumption of proteins in barley, rye, wheat and possibly oats. Since there ... Read More

Buy a Toothbrush and Support Breast Cancer Research

Thursday May 8, 2008
Chad Baker Getty Images Just in time for Mother's Day! Orawave is offering the "Pink Ribbon" 2-Minute TwinSpin Power Toothbrush for only 6.99, with 10% of sales donated to The Susan ... Read More

The Safety of Nitrous Oxide

Tuesday May 6, 2008
Photo ©Tammy Davenport Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, has been used for many years in dental offices to help patients relax. Some people don't like the way nitrous ... Read More

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