Student Dentists Share Their First-Year Experience at PDM
Three dental students at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine talk about their first year of experience providing care in PDM clinics.
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Penn Dental Medicine hosting New Patient Admissions Fair for Veterans
Calling all veterans! A free oral health assessment is available to you at our Veterans New Patient Admissions Fair happening on Friday,...
How To Treat Your Bleeding Gums in Pregnancy
Don’t ignore your bleeding gums during pregnancy. Understand what causes periodontal disease in pregnancy and get expert treatment for your and your baby’s health.
Understanding Dental Fear and Anxiety
In this Penn Dental Medicine video and article, learn what causes fear of the dentist and how to overcome it, including taking part in a research study.
Understanding the Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Health
Can bad oral hygiene cause health problems? The answer is yes. Penn Dental Medicine explains why and what you can do about it.
Understanding Your Salivary Glands’ Function
Discover how your salivary glands function, what problems can affect them, and how to treat salivary gland stones, dry mouth, and other conditions.
Are Oral Health and Mental Health Connected? Find out
Mental health and dental health have more in common than we realize. Understanding the connection is critical to your overall health. PDM can help.
What Are the Effects of Soda on Teeth and Gums?
The effects of soda on teeth and gums aren’t healthy ones. Find out the damage acidic, sugary drinks like soda can do and how to protect your oral health.
Dry Mouth Myth Busters
In this Penn Dental Medicine video and article, find out what dry mouth myths are busted and what dry mouth treatments could help.
Celebrating 70 Years of Fluoridated Water in Philadelphia
Does fluoride in water help teeth? Get the facts about how and why fluoridated water affects the oral health of Philadelphia residents.
