Myths about Oral Health in Older Adults

Is dry mouth a natural part of the aging process? Is tooth decay just kid stuff? Separate fact from fiction by reading this web page about oral health and growing older. Having the right information can help you keep your mouth healthy for a lifetime. Tooth Decay (Cavities) Myth: Only school kids get cavities.

What are the Health Benefits of an Oral Cancer Screening?

The Two-Minute Exam That Could Save Your Life How many little sores do we find in our mouths? Dozens? Hundreds? More? Most of the time we ignore them, and they simply go away. But sometimes our mouths keep secrets. That’s why we use the VELscope Vx Enhanced Oral Assessment system.

Mouthwash and Poor Dental Hygiene May Up the Risk of Oral Cancer

Each year, approximately 40,000 Americans and upward of 640,000 people worldwide are diagnosed with oral cancer, which can occur in the tongue, the floor of the mouth, the gum and the cheek. Deaths from oral cancer in the U.S. last year were estimated at 7,890.

How Coffee Could Help You Keep Your Teeth

Researchers find that drinking coffee, which is a source of antioxidants, appears to curb tooth loss due to gum disease. “We found that coffee consumption did not have an adverse effect on periodontal health, and, instead, may have protective effects against periodontal disease.” says Nathan Ng, lead author and recent graduate of Boston