We believe patient education is an
essential part of any medical practice so we are happy to provide these
information resources to our patients. Here you will find links to more
informative web sites, downloadable brochures, the latest news in dental
health issues and information about the ongoing outreach program
maintained by Dr. Phillips.
Helpful
Links:
American Dental Association
Patient Education & Resources - ADA Oral Health
Topics
Patient Education - Web DentalOffice
Academy of General Dentistry
GlamSmile
Migraine Treatment
Invisalign (Orthodontics)
Kids Health
Diagnodent
Downloadable Brochures:
Dental Health News & Issues:
PERIODONTAL THERAPY MAY REDUCE
THE INCIDENCE OF
PRETERM BIRTHS AND LOW BIRTH WEIGHT INFANTS
Study showed that women with gingivitis who received periodontal therapy
before 28 weeks of gestation had a significantly lower incidence of
preterm low-birthweight than women who did not receive periodontal
therapy. [Read
more...]
Oral Bacteria May Predict
Pregnancy Outcomes
CHICAGO – March 23, 2005 – Researchers from New York University found
that certain bacteria from the mouth may be related to preterm delivery
and low birthweight according to a study in the Journal of
Periodontology (JOP).
[Read
more...]
Levels of Bacteria in Plaque
Beneath the Gum Line May Increase Risk for Heart Attacks
CHICAGO – May 19, 2005 – Researchers have found evidence that the amount
of bacteria in subgingival plaques, the deep plaques in periodontal
pockets and around the teeth, may contribute to an individual’s risk of
a heart attack, according to two studies appearing in the Journal of
Periodontology. [Read
more...]
FDA Approves Dental
Device To Reduce Migraine Attacks
Migraine prevention breakthrough, as seen on ABC's GOOD MORNING AMERICA.
[Read
more...]
Dr. Phillips' Outreach Program:
Dr. David Phillips maintains an
educational outreach program involving Fort Smith area
youth. We invite you to read more and participate in
these programs.
Summer Brushing Program for Girls Inc.
Read Our
Summer Brushing Newsletters!:
Tips For Keeping Your Kids
Cavity-Free:
Here are some back-to-school meal
and snacking advice to help protect your children from
tooth decay -- the single most common chronic childhood
illness, affecting more than half of children aged 5 to
17 years. [Read
more...] (Thanks to preventdisease.com)
