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Enamel Erosion: Toothpaste More Erosive than Brush Stiffness

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 07:25:37 +0000

Many of our patients wear down the sides of their teeth with a combination of excessive force, abrasive toothpastes, and stiff bristled toothbrushes. A recent Scandinavian study simulated toothbrush abrasion on extracted teeth. They found that the abrasiveness of the toothpaste had the most significant effect on how fast teeth erode. Stiffer bristled toothbrushes had a lesser effect. Our advice still remains the same...

Trident Xtra Care: Xylitol and ACP, Together

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 02:08:45 +0000

We've been waiting for a gum that combines the cavity fighting sweetener xylitol and the remineralizing power of amorphous calcium phosphate. That wait is now over with Trident's new Xtra Care gum. It's now our highest recommended chewing gum...with some reservations.

Tooth Whitening at the Mall?

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:08:04 +0000

OC Register reports on tooth whitening kiosks at the mall. Customers sit in a chair while a technician (NOT a licensed dentist or hygienist) applies whitening gel and shines a light in their mouths. While other states have shut these operations down, in California, they are reportedly being allowed to conduct business. Here's our response to this latest retail trend.

Lead found in Chinese-made Crowns

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 06:13:03 +0000

An Ohio local news station has found lead in a dental crown that was outsourced to China. We take a brief look at this sensational story, and examine your personal risk. Let's separate the facts from the fears.

January Trip to Independencia

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 06:09:28 +0000

Congratulations to the dental clinic team for their awesome team performance on this January trip. Despite freezing cold temperatures, we saw forty patients, producing over $10,000 in free dentistry. Thanks to Lyn, Ellen, Angie, Linda, and Drs. Fowler and Eli for their help. There are so many other people I need to thank for their help, not the least of which is the tireless Rich Kofron--the real man in charge. Photographs of the trip are on display at Saddlebackpics.com. For a bit less clicking, watch the slideshow. Even more pictures are posted at MSI, our non-profit partner in this ministry.

Direct to Consumer Dental Marketing: Pros and Cons

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 02:38:02 +0000

Lipitor, Zocor, Nexium, Plavix, Celebrex, Fosamax, Singulair, and Prevacid...all of these top selling drugs have sold for billions of dollars, thanks to direct to consumer marketing. Dental manufacturers, seeking pharmaceutical company profits, have begun to market direct to you, also. We examine the pros and cons of direct to patient marketing in dentistry, and the specific claims of popular dental brands: Zoom, Invisalign, Damon and Cerinate.

Garlic Toothpaste, Anyone?

joomla@simpletooth.com — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:31:26 +0000

Garlic extract in toothpaste or mouthwash may stop the initiation of cavities, reports researchers from Iran. Would you use it?

Dentist Health Resources

contact@thevisibledentist.com — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:24:28 +0000

These links are provided for the benefit of our "out of town" visitors:

Public Information

Consumer Dentistry Guide
Provides a wealth of information about dentistry for the everyday consumer seeking dental care.

Learn About Dentistry
Answers questions frequently asked by patients; sections for parents, oral hygiene, dental technology, etc.

World of Dentistry
Information, news, opinions and articles concerning the art and trade of dentistry.

Dental Associations

California Dental Association
Professional organization makes available educational and business programs to dentists and patients.

American Dental Association
Purpose is to improve the profession of dentistry at large and to help educate the public.

Dental Professionals

Jensen Beach Dentist
Dr. Chris Wigley, DMD has practiced dentistry for over 20 years providing patients with modern dental technology.

Dentist Tampa
Dr. Wesley Cowan provides Tampa, FL residents with cosmetic dentistry for the whole family.

Huntington Dentists
Dr. Eugene Antenucci in New York can give you an aesthetic smile plus a lifetime of healthy teeth.

Cosmetic Dentistry Englewood, CO
Full dental makeovers as well as general teeth restorations performed in a relaxed, comfortable setting.

Porcelain Veneers Dallas
Dr. Jeff Jones is using the latest techniques in sedation and cosmetic dentistry.

Temecula Dentist
Dr. Kiet Tran is a practicing dentist as well as Board Examiner for California testing other sedation dentists.

Family Dentistry Burbank CA
Offers yesteryear attention to the patient together with leading-edge dental technology.

Cosmetic Dentist Quartz Hill, CA
Family-oriented dentist providing general dentistry and cosmetic dental makeovers.

Miscelleneous Medical

Plastic Surgery
Dr Tavakoli is a cosmetic plastic surgeon in Sydney specializing in face, breast and body procedures.

Chiropractic Office Austin
Unique chiropractic care in a spa-like clinic.

Dentistry Support

Dental Lab
Irvine, CA laboratory technicians provide both dentists and dental labs with quality lab services and products.

Report on Dental Products
Highlights new dental products, trends in the technology plus articles and interviews by leading experts.

Other Sites of Interest

The History of Dentistry
Takes the visitor through a time-line of dental history from its ancient origins into the 20th century.

Internet Dental Marketing
Promotional service dedicated to dentists helps develop online marketing strategies to improve patient acquisition.

Christmas Gift Drive: Thank You

joomla@simpletooth.com — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 15:51:44 +0000

Thank you to everyone for your overwhelming response. We received over $2,000 in gifts, toys, school supplies and hygiene items for the children of Independencia. We now have enough gift boxes to fill an entire full size pickup truck bed--two or three times. Unfortunately, weather concerns (specifically, flash flooding) have postponed our trip to January 19th. Rest assured that we will post pictures and/or videos of the children receiving your wonderful gifts. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to join us on our one day mission trips.

Fluoride and Baby Formula

joomla@simpletooth.com — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 20:14:31 +0000

Municipal Water District (MWD) of Southern California recently began fluoridating the drinking water. Some parents (and grandparents) have asked about using fluoridated tap water for baby formula. Here's our recommendations.

Fruit Juice: More Calcium Equals Less Erosion

joomla@simpletooth.com — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 23:54:31 +0000

Calcium fortified fruit juices do significantly less erosive damage to your teeth, reports the American Dental Association. If your teeth are prone to erosion, pick one of the following calcium fortified juices.

Rwanda: Our Prayers and Toothbrushes

vuledds@simpletooth.com — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 17:48:42 +0000

Our prayers (and toothbrushes) are headed to Rwanda with a Saddleback PEACE team this week. In October, at least five of our patients accompanied Pastor Rick Warren and his wife, Kay Warren, on a two week PEACE trip there. Rwanda is an impoverished country still recovering from a recent genocide. There's huge dental need: there's only 8 dentists for 8 million people. Preventative care is crucial in a country with very little access to dental resources. If your PEACE team would like to bring toothbrushes, toothpaste, or floss to a far off place, our office can help.