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Taking the Right Steps to Prevent Early Tooth Decay in Children
posted: Jan. 26, 2015.
While the prevention and treatment of tooth decay has improved dramatically over the last half century, it continues to be a major health issue, especially for children. One in four Read more -
What Dental Device Does TV Host Vanna White Keep on her Nightstand?
posted: Jan. 23, 2015.
Here's an interesting tidbit of information on Wheel of Fortune host Vanna White: like many people, she grinds her teeth at night. In a detailed interview with Dear Doctor magazine, Read more -
The Benefits of Dental Implants
posted: Jan. 19, 2015.
Discover all the ways in which dental implants can improve your oral health. If you’re truly looking for a way to replace your missing teeth and give your smile a serious Read more -
Know the Causes and Treatments for Chronic Dry Mouth
posted: Jan. 15, 2015.
You hardly notice the moist environment of your mouth — unless it becomes uncomfortably dry. Some instances of dry mouth are quite normal — when you first wake in the Read more -
Do You Want A "Perfect" Or "Natural" Smile? We Need To Know!
posted: Jan. 07, 2015.
Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile? Do you get anxious about smiling in social settings? Have you ever wished you had teeth like your favorite celebrity? If Read more -
Dental Implants: The Best Solution For Missing Teeth
posted: Dec. 30, 2014.
If you have missing teeth, dental implants are the state-of-the-art tooth replacement system. They act as substitutes for natural tooth roots, stabilizing the bone with which they fuse and become Read more -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Dec. 22, 2014.
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his octogenarian Read more -
Five Facts about Bacteria
posted: Dec. 19, 2014.
Bacteria are bad… right? They can cause diseases like pneumonia, strep throat, and tooth decay. They are the reason we wash our hands with soap (or antibacterial gels) and cook Read more -
The Parent-Dentist Partnership: Establishing Better Oral Health for Your Child
posted: Dec. 11, 2014.
As a parent, the task of guiding your children through their physical, mental and social development can sometimes seem overwhelming. That doesn’t have to be the case with their dental Read more -
Bleeding Gums may be a Warning Sign of Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 01, 2014.
If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth, it’s unlikely the cause is brushing too hard. The more common reason (especially if you’re experiencing little to no pain) is Read more -
Actress Blythe Danner Is a Leader in the Fight Against Oral Cancer
posted: Nov. 19, 2014.
After her husband, producer Bruce Paltrow, succumbed to oral cancer in 2002, actress Blythe Danner made it her mission to help save other families from the heartache she and her Read more -
Bone Loss Could be the Reason for Your Loose Dentures
posted: Nov. 11, 2014.
When you first received your removable dentures the fit was firm and comfortable. Lately, though, they’ve become loose, making it difficult to eat or speak without slippage. The problem may not Read more -
To Fight Tooth Decay Reduce "BAD" factors, Promote "SAFE" Ones
posted: Nov. 03, 2014.
Humanity has been waging war against tooth decay for millennia — with this relentless opponent often getting the better of us. Over the last century, however, significant treatment advances have turned Read more -
The Laser Revolution is Changing the Dental Healthcare
posted: Oct. 31, 2014.
Lasers have transformed our everyday lives, especially in healthcare. These intense beams of light of a single wavelength have revolutionized all manner of diagnostics and treatments, from general surgery to Read more -
Braces Are No Hurdle for Olympic Track Star
posted: Oct. 23, 2014.
Lashinda Demus holds the U.S record in the 400 meter hurdles, with a time of 52.47 seconds, the third fastest ever recorded. While her twin 5-year-old boys cheered her Read more -
Periodontal Flap Surgery Accesses Hidden Infection in Gum Tissues
posted: Oct. 15, 2014.
Periodontal gum disease is a relentless enemy to dental health that destroys gum tissue and the teeth’s attachment to the jaw. As it ravages these tissues it often creates periodontal Read more