‘Fess up. You don’t floss often. And that makes you at high risk for periodontal – or gum – disease. We all have bacteria in our mouths that can grow and irritate our teeth and gums. Bacteria can eat away at the enamel of our teeth, causing cavities. It also can attack our … [Read more...]
Binge Drinking Harms Oral Health
After being glorified on shows like Jersey Shore, binge drinking is no longer as taboo as it once was. And while MTV and social media might make drinking to the extreme look fun, we want to remind you that alcohol abuse can be extremely harmful to oral health. April is Oral … [Read more...]
Beware of Oral Cancer
Unfortunately, oral cancer has been labeled over the years as a disease of tobacco users. While a large percentage of oral cancers are the result of tobacco use, there are other risk factors that can increase your chance of being diagnosed. Oral cancer affects the mouth, … [Read more...]
PANDA: Educating Dentists in Child Abuse Prevention
PANDA stands for Prevent Abuse and Neglect through Dental Awareness. It’s the name of an educational program sponsored by the Delta Dental of New Jersey Foundation, Inc. PANDA trains dental office personnel, as well as teachers, school nurses, and any other groups of people who … [Read more...]
Dental X-rays Safe for Children When Necessary
Children are unique and their need for dental X-rays varies, too. Delta Dental of New Jersey encourages parents to be well informed about how often their children have dental X-rays. X-rays are a valuable tool for finding problems in teeth and the bones surrounding teeth. … [Read more...]
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