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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:
    How common is gingivitis?
    Gingivitis is actually very common in normal individuals; more than 50% of the US adult population...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are the health benefits and risks of fluoride?
    There are several benefits to using fluoride, and a few risks. Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    In what forms is fluoride available?
    Fluoride is most commonly available in products such as toothpaste, mouth rinses, and in your...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What is the link between tooth decay and heart disease?
    While the exact reasons for the link are unknown, there is a relationship between heart disease and...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Is gingivitis serious?
    Persistent symptoms of gingivitis should be  a call to action because if left untreated,...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How can gingivitis be prevented?
    Gingivitis is best prevented by the regular practice of good oral hygiene. You should brush your...  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
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Am I missing out on the benefits of fluoride if I drink bottled water?
    You may be missing out on the tooth decay-preventing benefits of fluoride if you drink bottled...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are the health benefits and risks of fluoride?
    There are several benefits to using fluoride, and a few risks. Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Do adults benefit from fluoride intake?
    No matter how old you are, you can benefit from fluoride. It helps keep your teeth strong and...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Should I take aspirin if I have a dental emergency?
    Aspirin should not be taken if you are experiencing a dental emergency. Although aspirin is an...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Are there alternatives to dentures?
    If you're missing just one or a few teeth, there may be some alternatives to dentures. One major...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What's the closest thing to a natural tooth?
    A dental implant is the closest artificial answer to a natural tooth. It looks and feels exactly...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How are dental implants different from natural teeth?
    Dental implants are titanium root devices that are surgically placed in the jawbone by a dentist or...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Are there alternatives to dentures?
    If you're missing just one or a few teeth, there may be some alternatives to dentures. One major...  Full Post