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Current Research on Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Efficacy and Safety

Last Updated January 2022 This is a current list of every study we’ve found on the safety and efficacy of …

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Conditions

How Deep Is The Connection Between Gum Disease And COVID-19 Complications?

A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology came up with an interesting fact that there is a strong …

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Healing Craze Lines and Fractures with Hydroxyapatite
Conditions, Cracked/Chipped Teeth

Healing Craze Lines and Fractures with Hydroxyapatite

Cracked teeth are the third most common reason for tooth loss.1 But when it comes to your teeth, a crack is not just a …

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COVID-19 Vaccine
Conditions

COVID-19 Vaccine: My Take as a “Holistic” Healthcare Practitioner

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Mark Burhenne (@askthedentist) “How could you advocate for …

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Cavities, Conditions

Saliva: Functions and Benefits for Oral Health

Saliva is one of the most neglected factors in your oral and overall health. The normal secretion of saliva is also …

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Conditions, Periodontitis

Photodisinfection Is Revolutionizing Gum Disease Treatment

The use of light-activated therapies in medical treatment has grown in popularity for decades. Today, a specific …

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Conditions, Tonsil Stones

Tonsil Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Remove

What are tonsil stones? Tonsil stones (aka tonsil calculi or tonsilloliths) are yellowish or white calcifications that …

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Conditions

Gum & Tooth Abscess Home Remedies: What Works & What Doesn’t

A dental abscess can cause excruciating tooth pain. While your dentist is the only one who can fix an abscess, several …

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Conditions, Toothache

11 Home Toothache Remedies: Evidence-Based Relief That Works

Toothache pain can be a minor annoyance to a major disruption of life. While your dentist is the only one who can …

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Cold Sores, Conditions

Cold Sores: Pictures, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Cold sores, or “fever blisters”, are painful blisters that form on the face, usually near the lips.  They’re caused …

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Cavities, Conditions

Dental Sealants: What are they, are they safe, and do they work?

What are dental sealants? Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings that seal over the narrow grooves found on the …

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Conditions

Dental Cavitations: Definition, Facts, & Myths

Have you heard of dental cavitations? They can be big problems in your jawbone, but you may never know you have one. …

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Conditions, Periodontitis

Bacteria, Mitochondria, & Periodontal Disease

Being a periodontist who wants to tell a story, I’ll get into mitochondria’s influence on periodontal disease. Do you …

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Conditions, Periodontitis

Leaky Gut, Periodontal Disease, & Chronic Disease

Leaky gut, periodontal disease, and chronic disease are important stuff… but not very exciting topics. Whatever I can do …

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Conditions, Oral Cancer

Smoking, Teeth, & Gums: 8 Hazards + Best Quitting Strategies

You have heard it from your family, friends, and spouses — you need to quit smoking. From the people closest to you to …

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Conditions, Periodontitis

How Gut, Periodontal Disease & Rheumatoid Arthritis Are Linked

What if I told you that your gums could indicate the health of your immune system? Well, it’s true — and in the …

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Conditions, Cracked/Chipped Teeth

10 Treatments for Cracked/Chipped Teeth

Ever had a dream of chipping, cracking, or losing a tooth? You’re not alone; this is one of the most common scary dreams …

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Conditions, Oral Cancer

Oral Cancer: Diagnosis, Stages, Treatments, Prevention & More

Understanding and preventing cancer has become a top priority in the health world. Oral cancer is no exception to this …

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Burning Mouth
Conditions

What Burning Mouth Might Mean For Your Gut Health

When was the last time you spoke to your dentist about your gut health? If the answer is never, don’t worry. It’s …

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Conditions, Periodontitis

Can gingivitis cause Alzheimer’s disease? [A Scientific Review]

Understanding the development of Alzheimer’s disease is a hot topic in today’s health discourse. Science advances have …

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gum disease
Conditions, Periodontitis

Gum Disease: Stages, Prevention, and Treatment

From a simple case of bleeding gums to painful gum recession, gum disease is a problem that you need to deal with as …

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Cavities, Conditions

The MTHFR Mutation and Dental Health

If you thought MTHFR looked like an abbreviation for a dirty word…you could be right (at least according to people who …

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supplements
Cavities, Conditions

Boost Your Nutrition With These 6 Supplements to Heal Cavities

Your body is designed to naturally repair any damage, including in the mouth—as long as it has the proper nutrients to …

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dry mouth
Cavities, Conditions

Dry Mouth: Consequences, Causes, and Treatments

Whether you recently tried a new mouthwash that is high in alcohol content, just ate a sleeve of saltine crackers, or …

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