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Here's What you Need to Know about a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Jul. 25, 2021.
A root canal treatment is a common procedure performed by dentists and endodontists (specialists for inner tooth problems). If you're about to undergo this tooth-saving procedure, here's what you need Read more -
Removing Teeth Might Make It Easier To Straighten a Smile
posted: Jul. 15, 2021.
Dentists remove millions of teeth each year, often because of tooth decay or gum disease. But disease isn't the only reason—a tooth extraction might make it easier to straighten a Read more -
Surgical Cleft Correction Candidate for a Modern Day Miracle
posted: Jul. 05, 2021.
Once consigned to an extraordinary divine intervention, the term "miracle" is often used today for anything out of the ordinary. But even if the usage has become a little worn, Read more -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Jun. 25, 2021.
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until she Read more -
How to Keep Tooth Wearing to a Minimum as you Age
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
One of the unfortunate aspects of aging is tooth wear. Depending on your diet, years of biting and chewing can cause enamel along the biting surfaces to erode. Your body Read more -
Think Twice Before You Undergo Botox Treatment for Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Jun. 05, 2021.
There's still much about the underlying nature of chronic jaw joint dysfunction we have yet to unravel. Treating these conditions known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) may therefore require some Read more -
Take Steps to Save an Incoming Tooth's Place to Avoid a Poor Bite
posted: May 26, 2021.
At your child's latest dental visit, you found out one of their primary (“baby”) teeth has become decayed and in danger of loss. Of course, you may think, it's only Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: May 16, 2021.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, a Read more -
5 Things You Can Do To Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
posted: May 06, 2021.
While your dentist plays an important role in keeping things inside your mouth healthy, what you do every day often makes the biggest difference. Here are 5 routine things you Read more -
FAQs about Teeth Whitening
posted: May 04, 2021.
Getting your teeth whitened professionally can be a life-changing experience. Whiter teeth are associated with youth, health, vitality, and even your level of professionalism in the workplace. Your dentist has Read more -
Even All-Natural Fruit Juice Could Increase the Risk of Tooth Decay
posted: Apr. 26, 2021.
All-natural fruit juice with no additives: now what could be wrong with that? Nothing—unless your child is over-indulging. Too much of even natural fruit juice could increase their risk of Read more -
While Usually Benign, Lichen Planus Lesions Should Still be Examined
posted: Apr. 16, 2021.
If you’ve noticed a small sore in your mouth, it’s possible you have a non-contagious disease known as lichen planus. Although usually benign, it’s still a good idea to have Read more -
How MLB Star Aaron Judge Changed His Smile and How You Can Too
posted: Apr. 06, 2021.
Between the final game of the World Series in late October and spring training in February, major league baseball players work on their skills preparing for the new season. Reporters Read more -
3 Ways to Reduce the Bacteria in Your Mouth that Cause Tooth Decay
posted: Mar. 27, 2021.
Tooth decay doesn’t suddenly appear out of the blue. Cavities and other damage are the result of a long process that begins with bacteria living in a thin biofilm on Read more -
Certain People may Benefit from Antibiotics Before Implant Surgery
posted: Mar. 17, 2021.
Dental implants are considered today’s premier method for restoring missing teeth. Obtaining an implant, though, is often a long process and the implants themselves must be surgically placed within the Read more -
Your Teen's Teeth May Not Be Ready for Veneers
posted: Mar. 07, 2021.
Teenagers can have the same smile-disrupting tooth flaws as adults. But not all cosmetic treatments available to adults are appropriate for teenagers—at least not until they get a little older. Read more