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Know What to Do - and When - in Case of a Dental Injury
posted: Oct. 07, 2014.
“Don’t panic” is your first priority when faced with a sudden mouth injury. Of course, that may be easier said than done when you or a family member has just Read more -
Saving a Baby Tooth is the Best Option for Permanent Tooth Development
posted: Sep. 29, 2014.
Our “baby” teeth begin appearing around six months of age — by age 10 or 13, they’ve largely been replaced by our permanent teeth. Though their lifespan is relatively short, Read more -
Martha Stewart Shows Off Renovation Work - In Her Mouth!
posted: Sep. 26, 2014.
Martha Stewart has built a flourishing career by showcasing the things she’s designed and made — like floral arrangements, crafts, and even home renovations. Just recently, she was showing off Read more -
Crown Lengthening can Increase Your Restoration Options
posted: Sep. 18, 2014.
A crown is an effective way to save a tooth and restore its form and function. These life-like “caps” that fit over and are permanently attached to teeth have been Read more -
Mini-Implants: Five Things You Should Know
posted: Sep. 10, 2014.
Dental implants are now the gold standard for tooth replacement. Why? Because not only do they offer the longest-lasting method of restoring missing teeth, but they also help mitigate one Read more -
Bone Grafting can put Implants Back on Your Options List
posted: Sep. 02, 2014.
A dental implant can permanently restore the form and function of a missing natural tooth. But there’s an important prerequisite for this smile-transforming therapy — you must have enough bone Read more -
TV Wellness Guru Jillian Michaels Discusses Breaking Her Two Front Teeth
posted: Aug. 29, 2014.
As America's toughest trainer on the hit television program The Biggest Loser, Jillian Michaels helped people learn that they hold the power to change. And if anyone knows about the Read more -
Dental Hygienist - Your Partner in Preventing Disease and Maintaining Oral Health
posted: Aug. 20, 2014.
Keeping up your dental hygiene with daily brushing and flossing is essential to preventing disease and maintaining good oral health. But that doesn’t mean it’s all on your shoulders — Read more -
Several Factors Determine Tooth Longevity After a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Aug. 15, 2014.
Tooth preservation is the ultimate aim of a root canal treatment. But how long should you expect a treated tooth to last? The answer will depend on a few different Read more -
What in the World is Geographic Tongue?
posted: Aug. 04, 2014.
Picture this: You’re feeling some mild irritation in your mouth, which seems to be coming from the area near your tongue. You go to the mirror, open wide… and Read more -
Baseball and Braces: Joe Girardi's Bargain
posted: Aug. 01, 2014.
Sometimes, we all need a bit of prompting to do what's good for us. When Serena Girardi, the 10-year-old daughter of New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi, needed to have Read more -
Minimizing X-Ray Exposure Risks in Children to Maximize Benefits
posted: Jul. 23, 2014.
X-ray diagnostics have revolutionized our ability to detect early or hidden cavities, paving the way for better dental care. But x-ray exposure also increases health risks and requires careful usage, Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions about Cosmetic Bonding
posted: Jul. 15, 2014.
Q: What exactly is cosmetic tooth bonding? A: Cosmetic bonding is a process in which your dentist uses specially formulated tooth-colored material to repair minor defects on the surface of your Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmetic Gum Surgery
posted: Jun. 25, 2014.
Q: Why should I consider cosmetic gum surgery to improve my smile? A: If you’re looking to enhance the natural beauty of your smile, you may have heard about various cosmetic Read more -
Grandpa Knows Best: How Kristi Yamaguchi Manages Her Kids' Oral Health
posted: Jun. 17, 2014.
When Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi wanted to help her kids develop good oral health habits, the gold-medal-winner made good use of a family connection: Her father Jim Yamaguchi is Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jun. 09, 2014.
Q: What exactly are porcelain veneers? A: The term “veneer” usually means a very thin covering that’s designed to improve the way a surface looks. The porcelain veneers we use Read more