Baylor College of Dentistry's nationally syndicated television oral health news report, "Dental Health Check," airs locally each Monday
during WFAA-TV's 6 a.m. and noon newscasts. In addition, "Dental Health Check" segments are now rebroadcast several times a day on the Texas Cable News Network. "Dental Health Check" is available on BCD's Web site as well. Visit the site for scripts and information about the latest segments. Hosted by Dr. Linda Niessen
(BCD), the report's recent topics include:
- "Baby Brushing" featuring Dr. Barrie Choate
(BCD '84). According to the American Dental Association, a baby's first visit to the dentist is just as important as its first steps or first words. However, many parents wait until a child has a full mouth of teeth before making the first dental appointment.
- "Bleach Choices" featuring Dr. Lee Fitzgerald (BCD '85). If you have a big event coming up such as a wedding, you may be thinking about brightening your smile. But what method should you use?
- "Silver Fillings" featuring Dr. Marvin Hirsh (BCD). Can silver dental fillings make you sick? The American Dental Association says absolutely not..
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