Category Archives: Oral Health

Compromised teeth are teeth that are in danger—of decay, of misalignment, of damage so severe, they’ll need to be removed.  “There are a lot of reasons a tooth becomes compromised,” says Dr. Carol Ford in her Phoenix office. “Danger can … Continue reading →

Breast cancer patients, individuals at risk for osteoporosis, and individuals undergoing certain types of bone cancer therapies often take drugs that contain bisphosphonates.  (a rotting of the jaw bones), according to a case report and literature review in General Dentistry, … Continue reading →

Don’t Try This at Home As more oral health product manufacturers introduce dental instruments to the consumer market, more patients are seeking treatment as a result of misuse of these devices, reports the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). AGD spokesperson … Continue reading →

Good oral hygiene is a commitment. It’s difficult to remember all of the tasks that should be routine. A comprehensive oral health care plan is the best way to fight chances of periodontal disease, according to an article in AGD … Continue reading →

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists dedicated to staying up to date in the profession through continuing education, has compiled some easy-to-keep oral health tips that consumers can work into their everyday … Continue reading →

Dentists are often the first to diagnose and treat oral reactions, especially since many reactions occur with any medications used in excess, or in combinations with other drugs, such as vitamins and herbs, according to a report in the General Dentistry, … Continue reading →

Oral Health News from Dr. Carol Ford, Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist “Your teeth should never touch unless you are eating,” says Dr. Carol Ford from her Phoenix office. “To someone who grinds their teeth, this sounds odd, because their teeth are … Continue reading →