Halloween is coming up soon, which for many children (and adults) means celebrating the holiday with candy and other sweet treats. While it’s fun to enjoy the holiday, parents should be mindful that sugary foods can increase the risk of…
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Why is Dentistry Expensive?
By FDA President David F. Boden, DDS, MS Really, the question should be: Why is my dentistry expensive? To answer that, I will tell you a story about what happens in your mouth, and mine. With few exceptions, we are…
Why Can’t I Get My Teeth Cleaned?
By Dr. John Paul, FDA Editor I hear this question every so often, and I can sympathize with you. I’d like to give you a quick answer that would solve your concern, but there just isn’t one. Health care is…
ADA Sets Record Straight on Status of Petition to Food and Drug Administration Regarding SmileDirectClub
Statement may be attributed to Dr. Chad Gehani, American Dental Association president The American Dental Association (ADA) believes the public has a right to accurate information concerning the status of its pending citizen petition submitted to the U.S. Food and…
Beyond the Bite 