Dentist With Breast Cancer Helping Fellow Chemo Patients With Dental Care Packages

While Apollo Beach dentist Danoosh Amrooei battles breast cancer, she’s also helping fellow chemo patients by handing out 500 dental care packages at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Riverview. Amrooei is the dentist who didn’t want to brush her teeth. “After my first chemo, I went to brush my teeth and it was super-painful,” she says. … Read more

Almost 40% of American Kids Are Making This Simple Toothpaste Mistake, CDC Says

We all know that we need to brush our teeth regularly to prevent the risk of cavities and gum disease, but according to a new report by the CDC, it’s possible to have too much of a good thing. Specifically, a new analysis of the dental hygiene habits of children and adolescents in the US reveals that almost 40 percent … Read more

Selfies Are Being Praised For Helping Patients Better Brush Their Teeth

The “selfie” fad may be causing a number of unfortunate incidents across the globe but it also has its upside. According to a new study, recording video “selfies” while brushing teeth can help improve a person’s oral health. The study’s participants used stands to hold their smartphones and film themselves as they brushed their teeth. … Read more