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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:
    How does tongue cleaning help keep a person healthy?
    Keeping the tongue free of bacteria by brushing or scraping can help to avoid the spread of...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How often should I get my teeth whitened?
    In-office (chair side) teeth whitening usually keeps your smile white for about a year. Teeth...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Are bad teeth hereditary?
    If your teeth are far from perfect, you can lay at least part of the blame on your mother and...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Why are some people afraid to smile?
    Some people are afraid to smile because they aren’t happy with the appearance of their teeth....  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Are bad teeth hereditary?
    If your teeth are far from perfect, you can lay at least part of the blame on your mother and...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What can my dentist determine about my smile by looking at me head-on?
    By looking at you head-on, your dentist can assess your bite. An improper bite can make it hard to...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What is the relationship between diabetes and gingivitis?
    Studies have shown that people with type 1 diabetes have a much higher risk of developing...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How often should I see my dentist with diabetes?
    Good oral hygiene is important for everyone and especially for people with diabetes. Be sure to see...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What is the relationship between diabetes and gingivitis?
    Studies have shown that people with type 1 diabetes have a much higher risk of developing...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What is the relationship between diabetes and gingivitis?
    Studies have shown that people with type 1 diabetes have a much higher risk of developing...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How often should I see my dentist with diabetes?
    Good oral hygiene is important for everyone and especially for people with diabetes. Be sure to see...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How does diabetes cause gum disease?
    Diabetes increases your risk of dental problems, including gingivitis and periodontal...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Can green tea help with diabetes?
    Some research suggests green tea may be helpful in reducing blood glucose and the risk of type 2...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Is the use of fluoride safe for people with diabetes?
    There are no safety problems with ingesting fluoridated water if you have diabetes. The Center for...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Can my dentist diagnose diabetes?
    Dentists do not officially diagnose diabetes, this should be done by a physician. However, dentists...  Full Post