Learning Center — 06
Preventive Dentistry
Prevention is the most sophisticated dentistry there is. Everything else is a response to something that could have been avoided.
The Featured Guide
Essential Reading
A Daily Protocol Worth Keeping
Five minutes, twice a day — the entire evidence base in one routine.
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Common Questions
Frequently asked.
Every six months for most adults; more frequently for those with active periodontal disease or high-caries risk.
Interdental cleaning — floss or an appropriately sized brush — remains the strongest daily lever against gum disease.
Fluoride has the deepest evidence base; hydroxyapatite is a promising fluoride-free alternative with a growing body of research.
Medically reviewed
Reviewed and edited by Dr. Marianna Zadov, DDS. Last updated August 2026.
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Oral Health
The oral microbiome, systemic connections, and long-view thinking about the mouth as part of the body.
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Gum Disease
Gingivitis, periodontitis, and modern non-surgical therapy — grounded in current periodontal research.
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Restorative Dentistry
From single-tooth restorations to full-mouth rehabilitation, grounded in current biomaterials.