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Wisdom Teeth and What to Do About Them
posted: Jun. 11, 2019.
As Spring turns to Summer, millions of students will depart high school in the time-honored rite of passage called graduation. At the same time, quite a few of these graduates Read more -
Preserving the Pulp is Priority One with a Newly Erupted Permanent Tooth
posted: Jun. 06, 2019.
The change from primary teeth to permanent is an announcement to the world that a boy or girl is "growing up." "Growing up," though, is still not "grown"—the new teeth Read more -
Affordable Veneers Can Give You a New Smile
posted: Jun. 01, 2019.
Your teeth are sound and healthy—but appearance-wise, they're nothing to write home about. It's nothing major: a chip, some heavy staining or perhaps a slight gap between the front teeth. Read more -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: May 27, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, the Read more -
3 Things You can do to Slow Tooth Wear
posted: May 22, 2019.
Unlike our primitive ancestors, our teeth have it relatively easy. Human diets today are much more refined than their counterparts from thousands of years ago. Ancient teeth recovered from those Read more -
An Implant Restoration Could Prevent Bone Loss
posted: May 17, 2019.
Losing teeth continues to be an all too common experience for people, especially those in their senior years. Fortunately, there are several ways to replace them, ranging from partial or Read more -
Crown Lengthening Could Help with Treating Hard to Reach Cavities
posted: May 12, 2019.
There is a primary principle dentists follow regarding tooth decay—treat it as soon as you find it. Something as simple and routine as filling a cavity could prevent future tooth Read more -
(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
posted: May 07, 2019.
During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His ability Read more -
Dentures with Implants Could Help You Avoid Bone Loss
posted: May 02, 2019.
Even with modern prevention and treatment advances, losing teeth in later life is still a sad but common part of human experience. Just as generations have before, many today rely Read more -
Catch Root Resorption Early for Best Chances of Saving Your Tooth
posted: Apr. 27, 2019.
As your dental provider, we're always alert for signs of tooth decay or periodontal (gum) disease, the two leading causes of tooth loss. But we're also watching for less common Read more -
A Minor Procedure Could Make Breastfeeding Easier for You and Your Baby
posted: Apr. 22, 2019.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and other healthcare organizations recommend breastfeeding as the best means for infant feeding. While bottle feeding can supply the nutrition necessary for a baby's healthy Read more -
Renew Your Smile With Veneers
posted: Apr. 19, 2019.
Time changes everything, including smile appearance. Luckily, porcelain veneers from Southshore Dental in Trenton, MI, can rejuvenate your tired looking smile. Your dentists, Dr. Mehul Patel, Dr. Lena Mustafa, and Read more -
Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
posted: Apr. 17, 2019.
As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear Doctor–Dentistry Read more -
Don't Use Benzocaine Products to Ease Your Baby's Teething Pain
posted: Apr. 12, 2019.
Although teething is a natural part of your baby's dental development, it can be quite uncomfortable for them—and upsetting to you. During teething, children can experience symptoms like pain, drooling Read more -
Your Teenager's Teeth May Not Be Mature Enough for Veneers
posted: Apr. 07, 2019.
Teenagers and adults alike can improve their smile appearance with dental solutions like teeth whitening or orthodontics. But there are a few cosmetic solutions like porcelain veneers that are better Read more -
A Traditional Bridge Might be the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth
posted: Apr. 02, 2019.
We can do a great many things to preserve diseased teeth, from filling cavities to crowning damaged but still viable teeth to protect them and restore their attractiveness. But there Read more