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Today's Dentures Are More Secure and Comfortable to Wear
posted: Oct. 27, 2020.
Although teeth are quite durable, we can still lose them—even all of them—to disease or injury. The good news, though, is that we have effective ways to restore teeth Read more -
Keep Your Child's Fluoride Intake at a Safe but Effective Level
posted: Oct. 17, 2020.
Fluoride is an important part of your child's dental development. But if children take in too much of this important mineral, they could experience enamel fluorosis, a condition in Read more -
How to Avoid This Painful Condition After Tooth Extraction
posted: Oct. 07, 2020.
Dentists and oral surgeons remove millions of teeth every year, most without any adverse aftereffects. But about 2% of patients experience a dry socket, a condition that, although not Read more -
The Howie Mandel Effect: Avoid Dental Disease Through Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Sep. 27, 2020.
Howie Mandel, one of America’s premier television personalities, rarely takes it easy. Whether performing a standup comedy gig or shooting episodes of America’s Got Talent or Deal or No Read more -
Lingual Braces Might be a Better Fit for Your Active Lifestyle
posted: Sep. 17, 2020.
If you've decided to straighten your teeth, you've made a wise choice for both your dental health and your smile. Now you may be facing another decision—which method to Read more -
Addressing Risk Factors: Taking the Fight Against Tooth Decay to a New Level
posted: Sep. 07, 2020.
Tooth decay is more prevalent than diseases like cancer, heart disease or influenza. It doesn't have to be—brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing, less dietary sugar and regular dental cleanings Read more -
Your 'Toothache' Might Signal a Problem Other Than in Your Mouth
posted: Aug. 28, 2020.
You expect a decayed tooth, a fracture or a gum infection to be the cause for that toothache causing you grief. Sometimes, though, the answer may be “none of Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
posted: Aug. 18, 2020.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read more -
Interceptive Orthodontics: Stopping Poor Bites Before They Develop
posted: Aug. 08, 2020.
Approximately 4 million tweens and teens are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment for a poor bite (malocclusion) that can cost their families thousands of dollars in braces or clear aligners. Read more -
Porcelain Veneers Could Change Your Smile and Your Life!
posted: Jul. 29, 2020.
If you have a less than attractive smile due to some moderate imperfections, dental veneers may be the answer. This relatively inexpensive dental restoration may be the key to Read more -
Use This Product to Check Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
posted: Jul. 19, 2020.
So…you faithfully brush and floss your teeth every day. Kudos to you! Along with regular dental visits, daily hygiene is the best thing you can do to keep your Read more -
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Jul. 09, 2020.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read more -
If a Root Canal Won't Work, This Procedure Might Save Your Tooth
posted: Jun. 29, 2020.
Root canal treatments are the go-to procedures dentists use to treat a tooth with advanced internal decay that has resulted in the pulp (nerve) dying. And for good reason: Read more -
How to Protect Dental Health in the Later Years of Life
posted: Jun. 19, 2020.
As we get older, we become more susceptible to chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease or arthritis. We can also begin to see more problems with our teeth Read more -
Here's the Scoop on Your Upcoming Root Canal
posted: Jun. 09, 2020.
You might be a bit apprehensive if your dentist recommends a root canal treatment, especially if it's your first. That's understandable: Popular culture has portrayed the root canal as Read more -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: May 30, 2020.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read more
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