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Dr. De Vizio, DMD

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Dr. William DeVizio, a licensed dentist and Colgate-Palmolive Vice-President for Dental Clinical Research, serves as your personal oral health expert on Sharecare. He has published extensively in professional journals and has lectured internationally on diverse topics in dentistry. Prior to joining Colgate he was in private practice.

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:
    Diet Soda Habit as Bad for Teeth as Meth Addiction, Study Claims

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, a new study contends.

    "You look at it side-to-side with 'meth mouth' or 'coke mouth,' it is startling to see the intensity and extent of damage more or less t...Full Article

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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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