Steven R Alspach, DDS, MS, PC

Fluoride in water – what’s the fuss? - Dentistry Claire Dewshi explores the arguments behind water fluoridation and why she believes it is such an important step to tackle child decay.

Is there a link between mouth bacteria and rheumatoid arthritis? A study finds that people at risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and people with early RA have higher levels of certain bacteria in their mouth.

Simple oral hygiene could help reduce COVID-19 severity, says study COVID-19 could pass into people's lungs from saliva with the virus moving directly from mouth to bloodstream—particularly if individuals are suffering from gum disease, according to new research.

Findings that COVID can infect the mouth shouldn't disrupt your dental care Scientists recently discovered that the SARS-CoV-2 virus—the culprit behind COVID—can specifically infect cells in the mouth and may travel in saliva. That news, while promising for future research, doesn't translate to big changes in the precautions already being taken to prevent the spread of ...