Charles Allen wrote the first English textbook on the topic of dentistry in 1685. During this time, the science of modern dentistry was being developed into what we know today. Dentistry becoming it's own scientific category is credited to French physician Pierre Fauchard.
The first American dental chair was designed by Josiah Flagg. It consisted of a Windsor chair that had been modified to incorporate an attached, padded head rest and a broad, flat tray-shaped armrest to hold the dentist’s tools.
When shopping for a mouthwash, check the labels and choose one that is alcohol-free. Alcohol is known to have a drying effect on your gums, tongue and roof of your mouth that can make it easier for bacteria to grow.
When you’re already doing your part as a parent to keep your child’s mouth healthy by minimizing sugary snacks and ensuring they brush their teeth, it can be frustrating when cavities keep occurring. Let’s talk about additional ways to protect your child’s teeth.
Ask your pediatric dentist about orthodontic examinations. It is common for those to take place in dental offices, beginning around age 7. In some cases, children with spacing or other problems may be fitted with braces that act to realign the mouth and prepare the child for regular braces down the road.
When x-rays are taken for a dental examination, the amount of radiation exposure is minimal. In fact, an hour outdoors exposes you to more radiation than dental x-rays do. Not having oral x-rays, though, risks greater danger because of undetected dental problems.