Save-A-Tooth

02/13/2020

CHILDREN'S PREMATURE TOOTH LOSS CAN EFFECT ORAL HEALTH FOR LIFE

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/05/080522181523.htm

According to a new study parents and caretakers more often than not do not know what to do with a traumatically affected tooth and do not take proper steps to respond to the injury, which can affect their child's oral health permanently.

02/13/2020

WHY EVERYONE NEEDS A SAVE-A-TOOTH

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/05/190514090100.htm

Children with their first or early adult set of teeth that stick out have an increased chance of damaging them, but the risk can be easily reduced without being prohibitively costly.

02/13/2020

Painful hypodermic needles may not be needed in the future to give shots, inject drugs and get blood samples.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/02/200204112526.htm

Painful hypodermic needles may not be needed in the future to give shots, inject drugs and get blood samples. With 4D printing, engineers have created tiny needles that mimic parasites that attach to tissues and could replace hypodermic needles, according to a new study.

02/13/2020

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/01/200127134825.htm

02/13/2020

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/10/191031112540.htm

Stem cells of the teeth can contribute to the regeneration of non-dental organs, namely mammary glands. According to a new study, dental epithelial stem cells from mice can generate mammary ducts and even milk-producing cells when transplanted into mammary glands. This could be used for post-surgery...

02/13/2020

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/06/180601093812.htm

Researchers have developed a new way to grow mineralized materials which could regenerate hard tissues such as dental enamel and bone.

02/13/2020

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/02/200206134748.htm

Engineers have created a tiny portable lab that plugs into your phone, connecting it automatically to your doctor through a custom app. The lab the size of a credit card can diagnose infectious diseases such as coronavirus, malaria, HIV or Lyme disease or countless other health conditions such as de...

02/13/2020

WHY SOME PEOPLE GET HIT HARDER BY FLU

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/02/200204094722.htm

02/13/2020

RAINDROPS CAN CREATE ELECTRICITY

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/02/200205132354.htm

02/12/2020

Human coronaviruses (HCoV) can persist on inanimate surfaces like metal, glass or plastic for up to 9 days, but can be efficiently inactivated by surface disinfection procedures with 62-71% ethanol, 0.5% hydrogen peroxide or 0.1% sodium hypochlorite within 1 minute

02/12/2020

The use of electronic ci******es (e-ci******es) is a rapidly growing trend throughout the United States. E-ci******es have been linked to the risk of causing explosion and fire.

09/13/2019

Protect your smile!

09/11/2019

You never know when you’ll need Save-A-Tooth.

08/16/2019

Friday Fun Fact:
Crocodiles shed their old teeth and grow new ones!
https://interestingengineering.com/crocodiles-dont-need-thick-teeth-enamel-they-just-grow-new-ones

New research shows crocodiles have thin teeth enamel, implying they shed old teeth and grow new ones.

08/16/2019

Friday Fun Fact

08/15/2019

Summer is almost over, and it is time to get ready for the new school year. Here are few tips on how to keep a healthy smile throughout the year!
https://bhamnow.com/2019/07/25/summer-is-almost-over-so-we-asked-dr-pruitt-at-vestavia-family-dentistry-facial-aesthetics-for-a-back-to-school-checklist/

In preparation for the new school year, here are some “Back to School” tips to help kids take care of their dental needs before classes begin

08/14/2019

Dental Joke of the Week:
What is a dentist's favorite musical instrument?
A 'tuba' toothpaste!

08/14/2019

It might be difficult, but having a constant dental hygiene routine with your toddler, ensures a healthy smile throughout their childhood!
https://www.romper.com/p/11-dentist-tips-for-toddlers-according-to-actual-dentists-18222834

Visiting the dentist as a toddler can be a terrifying, tantrum-ensuing experience. Even as an adult, I still struggle with maintaining regular dental appointments because of the discomfort of dental work. But taking your toddler to the dentist is an…