The internet has made it easier to find information about almost any subject, but availability does not guarantee accuracy. Search results can combine peer-reviewed research, personal opinions, outdated pages, advertising, and automatically generated material. Evaluating online information therefore requires more than reading the first result or accepting a confident tone as evidence. Start with the
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It’s finally summer which means fun summer activities and scorching heat. To some of us it means days off from school, to others it means fun activities and trips to the beach. But what does it mean for your teeth? Here are a few things to keep in mind in the hot season. Stay Hydrated
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The electric toothbrush has become very popular in recent years — some even say it provides superior dental care. But how does it actually compare to manual brushing? “The idea of a toothbrush is to remove plaque and to stimulate the gums,” explains John Ictech-Cassis, DDS, DMD, clinical associate professor at the Boston University Henry
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