Does a sports mouthguard really help?

According to the National Youth Sports Foundation for Safety the likely hood that an unprotected athlete will injure his/her teeth is 60 times greater than an athlete wearing a mouth guard.  If your son or daughter plays any contact sport, consider protecting them with a sports mouth guard. These can be bought over the counter or custom fitted by your dentist for a small fee.

ORAL SEX AND ORAL CANCER

Although not as common as many cancers, cancer of the throat can be devistating and survival rates are low.
Cancers of the mouth have long been associated with risk factors of smoking and alcohol use. Recent studies have shown a far greater risk factor- the presence of the HPV virus in the throat.
Those with a prior oral infection with HPV are up to 32 times more likely to develop throat cancer.
How does the HPV virus get in the throat? Pretty much solely from engaging in oral sex. Studies show that those who reported six or more oral partners were three times more likely to develop the cancer as those who reported they never had oral sex.
So be sure your dentist routinely checks for signs of mouth and throat cancer. And if your lifestyle places you in a high risk category consider being tested for oral HPV virus. Remember it can go undetected with no symptoms present.

Your Wedding Day, Make sure your smile is worthy!

A beautiful gown, a handsome suit, Hair done just right. Don't spoil it all when you smile. Allow enough time with your dentist to whiten your teeth, fix any cavities and even crown or veneer your teeth for a beautiful smile.
You should probably get examined now to see what you have for options. Many dentist can provide the cosmetic improvements you want. For advanced cases, dentists who have additional training in esthetic dentistry can help.