Why use Laughing Gas (aka Nitrous Oxide)?

Why use Laughing Gas (aka Nitrous Oxide)? Well many studies including one that was reported today by the American Dental Association show increased “numbness" when laughing gas is used. The study release today showed patients were more comfortable when combining...

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Another Cancer Drug Associated with Jaw Necrosis!

This is from our friends at LexiComp. Our recommendation is to have all dental treatment prior to cancer treatment. This should help avoid the below problems. Bevacizumab (Avastin®): Another Drug Associated With Osteonecrosis of the Jaw First it was the intravenous...

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The ADA pushes for Bone Health Research

The American Dental Association (ADA) is not just about teeth. Jaw bone is important to help preserve facial structures and to help anchor teeth. So the ADA is sponsoring bone research. Without good bone, you would lose your teeth and smile. The ADA pushes for Bone...

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Emergency Dental Care Increases in Down Economy

A recent survey by a dental statistics company investigated if emergencies increased during the recession. They found as a result of the recession — and people deferring treatment for economic reasons almost two-thirds of dentists say they’ve seen an increase in...

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Potential Danger from Metal Dental Crowns

Potential Danger from Dental Alloys (Metal Crowns and Cast Metal Framwork for Dentures) Whenever you have a crown or cast alloy dental restorations you have other metals than just gold. ALL cast alloy restorations contain many substances other than gold, some of...

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