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For answers to your oral care questions and world-class products you can trust for your family, Colgate offers over one hundred years experience in the dental care field and a global team of top oral care professionals. Dr. William DeVizio, a licensed dentist and Colgate-Palmolive Vice-President for Dental Clinical Research, serves as your personal oral health expert on Sharecare.

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  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Is there a cure for dry mouth?
    There is no cure for dry mouth, or xerostomia. This common problem happens when you don't have...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Is there a cure for dry mouth?
    There is no cure for dry mouth, or xerostomia. This common problem happens when you don't have...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How can drinking water help prevent gingivitis?
    You can help prevent gingivitis by drinking plenty of water to keep your mouth moist, wash away...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Does gingivitis affect women differently than men?
    Gingivitis does not affect women differently than men, but the hormonal fluctuations associated...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What can I do about dry mouth?
    Dry mouth (xerostomia) can give you the feeling that there is never enough saliva in your mouth. It...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How long does dry mouth last?
    How long dry mouth (xerostomia) lasts depends on what's causing it. If your medication is giving...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Is there a cure for dry mouth?
    There is no cure for dry mouth, or xerostomia. This common problem happens when you don't have...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How can drinking water help prevent gingivitis?
    You can help prevent gingivitis by drinking plenty of water to keep your mouth moist, wash away...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Does gingivitis affect women differently than men?
    Gingivitis does not affect women differently than men, but the hormonal fluctuations associated...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are the treatment options for gingivitis?
    Gingivitis often improves after a professional dental scaling and cleaning that includes the...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What lifestyle changes should I make if I have gingivitis?
    You should adopt improved oral hygiene habits and practice them consistently to reduce gingivitis...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How does dry mouth cause gingivitis?
    Without enough saliva in your mouth, you cannot wash away food and neutralize any acid that has...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are the benefits of flossing?
    Flossing is necessary to keep teeth and gums healthy. Dental floss works to reach places between...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Why is it important to prevent plaque and tartar?
    Plaque is the leading cause of tooth decay and gingivitis. If you allow it to remain on your teeth...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How can I prevent plaque and tartar?
    It’s easy to prevent plaque and tartar. You simply have to brush and floss your teeth...  Full Post