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Dr. De Vizio, DMD

Bio

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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  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What's the minimum amount of time I should brush my teeth?
    You should brush your teeth for at least two minutes, and ideally, for three minutes. By contrast,...  Full Post
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    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
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    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:
    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:
    How does diabetes cause gum disease?
    Diabetes increases your risk of dental problems, including gingivitis and periodontal...  Full Post
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    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
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    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