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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 of Colgate answered:
    What oral health problems are related to women who are vegetarians?
    Vegetarians are at risk of not getting enough vitamin D or calcium, which might increase the risk...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Does drinking soda harm oral or heart health?
    Some research has found that drinking soda is linked to  tooth decay in older and younger...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What should I do before having dental work if I have a heart problem?
    If you have a heart problem, it’s important to tell your dentist before you have any dental...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What dental problems are most likely to occur in my child?
    Tooth decay, or cavities, are the most common problem that affect children's teeth. By the age of...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Should toddlers' diets be changed after their teeth come in?
    The foods that your child eats definitely affect your child's oral health. While your child's gums...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Should toddlers' diets be changed after their teeth come in?
    The foods that your child eats definitely affect your child's oral health. While your child's gums...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    When should I call the doctor about my baby’s teething?
    Teething is an experience all babies go through as their new teeth push up through their gums....  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How long does teething last?
    Time required for teething varies among babies, but often lasts from about six months of age to...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are some of the best foods to eat for healthy gums?
    Some of the best foods to eat for healthy gums and teeth include a diet high in fiber such as whole...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are some of the best foods to eat for healthy gums?
    Some of the best foods to eat for healthy gums and teeth include a diet high in fiber such as whole...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Does taking vitamin C help prevent gum recession?
    Research indicates that a lack of vitamin C contributes to periodontal disease. Vitamin C helps...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are sources of calcium and vitamin D for good oral health in women?
    There are many excellent sources of calcium, vitamin D, and other vitamins and minerals to promote...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How much calcium do women need for healthy bones and teeth?
    The recommended intake of calcium for women is:• 9-18 years: 1,300 mg  • 19-50...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How much calcium do women need for healthy bones and teeth?
    The recommended intake of calcium for women is:• 9-18 years: 1,300 mg  • 19-50...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How much calcium do women need for healthy bones and teeth?
    The recommended intake of calcium for women is:• 9-18 years: 1,300 mg  • 19-50...  Full Post