by Senior Airman Benjamin Martinez
86th Dental Squadron
There is more to keeping teeth healthy than daily brushing and flossing. The American Dental Association recommends using a soft-bristle tooth brush and floss to keep our teeth clean along with another great aid, fluoride, to help protect our teeth.
February 23, 2017 ×
by Senior Airman Jessica Slatt
86th Dental Squadron
Regular brushing of teeth is essential in good dental hygiene and should start early in your child’s life. Although helping kids brush twice a day for two minutes can be tough, it is important as this habit can benefit their dental health for a lifetime.
February 16, 2017 ×
Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Savannah L. Waters
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Taking care of one another is essential to the Air Force mission, and the 86th Dental Squadron area dental laboratory ensures quality prosthodontics are made to prevent mishaps and restore, develop and deploy Airmen from all over Europe.
January 19, 2017 ×
by Airman First Class Samantha Bodnar
86th Dental Squadron
Dental visits can be a source of anxiety for many people, which are often due to common misconceptions. One concern is the radiation exposure from dental X-rays.
March 10, 2016 ×
by Senior Airman Aria Gehman
86th Dental Squadron
Cavities in children are increasing as the number of children affected by tooth decay is on the rise.
February 25, 2016 ×
by Capt. Tonya Barry
86th Dental Squadron
The 86th Dental Squadron’s mission is to keep active-duty members fit to fight and to ensure the dental health of their family members. This February, however, the spotlight is on the pediatric patient pool during the 65th annual National Children’s Dental Health Month.
February 6, 2014 ×
by Senior Airman Julaine Moya
86th Dental Squadron dental assistant
A new year and a new you! When one hears the statement, “smoking is bad for your health,” one probably thinks of lung cancer and emphysema. However, did you know that smoking causes long-term gum disease, too?
January 16, 2014 ×