Jul 20
July 20, 2007 -MIAMI, BOCA RATON AND FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA- Visiting the dentist on a regular basis and brushing and flossing daily could do more than prevent cavities. These activities also could prevent heart attacks and strokes.
A recent study presented at the American Association for the Advancement of Science meeting suggests that the bacteria present in gum diseases may trigger blood clots which can contribute to a heart attack or stroke, according to the American Academy of Periodontology.
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Jun 14
June 14, 2007 — MIAMI , BOCA RATON and FT. LAUDERDALE , Fla. - Cosmetic dentistry has gone through many innovations in recent years, but none as dramatic as porcelain veneers treatments. These wafer-thin shells of porcelain can replace discolored, chipped, misaligned or worn teeth to give you a flawless smile.
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Apr 10
April 10, 2007 — MIAMI, BOCA RATON, and FT. LAUDERDALE – The Atkins Diet was popular for its weight-loss properties: But there was a second, little-considered, benefit. A low-carbohydrate diet also helps prevent tooth decay.
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Mar 30
March 30, 2007 –Palm Beach and Broward County, Fla. – You can pop Altoids, chew Trident, and spritz Binaca until the cows come home; but if your halitosis is caused by poor oral hygiene or a systemic disease, your breath may still smell like rotten eggs.
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Feb 27
Do you remember a time when politicians and movie stars had less than perfect teeth? Nowadays it’s jarring to see slightly crooked or yellow teeth on your television or movie screen.
If you’ve ever envied those perfect smiles, you may have done your own research and found the myriad of cosmetic dentistry options a bit bewildering. No doubt you’ve heard many mentions of porcelain veneers and Lumineers®.
“Ever since ABC-TV’s Extreme Makeover, we have noticed a marked increase in patients asking about veneers, and more recently, Lumineers,” said Smile South Florida cosmetic dentist, Dr. Charles Nottingham. “Many people have some confusion about the differences and similarities between the two. Basically, a Lumineer is a type of veneer that requires less preparation and little or no removal of the tooth structure.”
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Feb 22
Febrary 22, 2007, Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Is perception truly reality? A consumer study recently released by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) reveals a wide majority of people judge us by the beauty of our smile.
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