Are Denture Creams Toxic?
Whenever you need to put an artificial compound inside your mouth, there’s always cause for concern — and it’s justified since you should definitely be hesitant to do so without first verifying that it isn’t hazardous to your health. That being the case, many have...
Does Toothpaste Cause Cancer? The Story of Triclosan
Stories about the link between toothpaste and cancer have been circulating for years. However, with all the misinformation and hearsay, it can be hard to get a trustworthy answer. That’s why we at Lincoln Park Smiles are going to rely on objective analysis, scientific...
The Risk of Swallowing Your Dentures — It’s Very Real
We’re not in the habit of fear mongering, so before we take a closer look at this issue, we want to reassure you that incidents of someone swallowing their dentures are very rare. Most dentures are rather large, and the gag reflex further reduces the risk of...
Modern-Day Opioid Abuse: Some Things to Note
Did You Know? The CDC recently reported that about opioid abuse tragically took nearly 42,000 lives as of 2016 alone. The ADA as further response has also implemented steps through modern, relevant education available to all dentists who desire it, something we at...
5 Reasons Why Fluoride in Water is Good for Communities According to the American Dental Association
Why Fluoride? Are you a bottled water fan? You may be inadvertently missing out on an important oral health treatment present in your local tap water- fluoride! Here are five reasons the Lincoln Park Smiles team recommends taking advantage of the fluoride added to tap...Welcome to the Lincoln Park Smiles Media Center!
Here you will find the latest news and updates about maintaining your smile and total oral health and quirky articles relating to the dental industry.
