Sewage virus to treat dental infections?
We’ve all heard of the emergence of new antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” threatening public health. Due in part to the overuse of antibiotics, researchers are now returning to the method…
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The connection between your hair and your teeth!
Read article: The connection between your hair and your teeth!We know that oral health is related to overall wellness. And healthy is beautiful! So what do healthy hair and strong teeth have in common? Researchers aim to…
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Sugar intake should be cut in half to prevent cavities
Read article: Sugar intake should be cut in half to prevent cavitiesWe understand that planning a healthful diet is time-consuming and can seem difficult. One factor is sugar as total caloric intake and sugar’s effect on body weight. But…
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Prenatal enamel growth
Read article: Prenatal enamel growthDr. Shields has often shared information on how oral health affects pregnancy and overall wellness of both mother and infant. Now researchers have discovered a link between prenatal…
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Kidney disease and oral health
Read article: Kidney disease and oral healthAt Smiles by Shields, we work with patients to prevent periodontal disease and to restore healthy oral care with the least intervention possible. Periodontal disease is a chronic…
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Anti-depressants, bone growth, and your smile
Read article: Anti-depressants, bone growth, and your smileAs your Jacksonville dentist committed to overall wellness and your health, Dr. Tiffany Shields reminds patients to always share information regarding medications with their medical professionals. Your anti-depressants…
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P. gingivalis and heart disease
Read article: P. gingivalis and heart diseaseAt Smiles by Shields, we believe proper oral care is part of a an overall wellness strategy aimed at keeping all of your body’s systems functioning at their…
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Plaque and milk consumption
Read article: Plaque and milk consumptionThe human diet often includes dairy, which is known to remineralize teeth and contribute to the strengthening of bones. But how did humans develop the ability to process…
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NYU researchers support diabetes screening at dental cleanings
Read article: NYU researchers support diabetes screening at dental cleaningsAt Smiles by Shields, we’re committed to your total body health and wellness. And for as many as 29 million Americans, that means living with diabetes and its…
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Inflammatory microenvironments in the mouth
Read article: Inflammatory microenvironments in the mouthYour Jacksonville FL dentist regularly shares information on the link between inflammation in the mouth and gums and total body wellness. Now, new research points to the link…
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BPA exposure and new concerns for oral health
Read article: BPA exposure and new concerns for oral healthYour Jacksonville, FL dentist knows that parents have long worried about the effects of BPA on children. Now, a tooth enamel abnormality in children–molar incisor hypomineralization–has been shown…
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The dental bridge: when and why it’s recommended
Read article: The dental bridge: when and why it’s recommendedAny time you’re missing teeth, your Jacksonville FL dentist will recommend a replacement strategy. Your teeth work together for many daily functions from eating to speaking. With missing…