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Cavity Treatments in History: From Beeswax to Linen

December 1, 2015 By Sara Fossum

Even our ancestors got cavities! Learn how they treated tooth decay:

For as long as humans have had teeth, they’ve had cavities. And those cavities required even the most primitive care. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health Tagged With: cavity treatment, dental fact, dental history, discovery, fossil, fun fact, history, history fact, primitive, primitive practice, scientific discovery

4 Ways Your Dentist Cares for Cavities

August 25, 2015 By Shelby Tatomir

Cavities are no fun, but they are treatable! Learn how your dentist treats cavities:

You just got word from your dentist, and the news isn’t so great: You have a cavity. You’re not alone. 92% of all adults have at least one cavity by the age of 64. But if it’s your first one, you may not be sure what to expect from your dentist. Here are 4 common cavity … [Read more...]

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