Archive | November, 2017
Dental Care for Senior Citizens

Funding Dental Care for Seniors

11/28/2017 Written by Members

As we age, it becomes even more crucial to take care of our oral health. Dental care for senior citizens can be difficult to navigate, since routine dental care is not covered under Medicare, and sparse funds may limit plan coverage. Here are some options for seniors: Dental Care for Senior Citizens with Medicare Traditional […]

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Best Bites for Braces-Wearers: What Not To Eat

11/21/2017 Written by Members

Anyone who has worn them knows that there are certain foods to avoid with braces, but those new to them may not know what you can’t eat with braces. Here’s a handy guide to what you can’t eat with wires: Sticky and Chewy Though it’s hard to resist tossing your favorite caramels or Starbursts into […]

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Who invented cotton candy

The Inventor of Cotton Candy was Actually a Dentist

11/14/2017 Written by Members

Airy spun sugar, cotton candy—AKA Fairy floss—is a pink, fluffy cloud that kids’ dreams are made of. But who invented cotton candy? Surprisingly, the inventor of cotton candy was actually a dentist! In 1897 William Morrison teamed up with Tennessee candy maker, John Wharton, to create the concoction. The duo premiered cotton candy in 1908 […]

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x-ray while pregnant

Are X-rays Safe During Pregnancy?

11/07/2017 Written by Members

Dental X-rays are extremely safe, emitting one of the lowest amounts of radiation—comparable to that of a short airplane flight. But what if you’re expecting? Is it safe to get X-rays while pregnant? No single X-ray produces enough radiation exposure to harm a developing fetus, according to the American College of Radiology. And they are safe […]

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