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3 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Tooth Enamel
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.

Your teeth face a hostile environment populated by disease-causing bacteria. But your teeth also have some “armor” against these microscopic foes: enamel. This hard outer tooth layer forms a Read more
Find Out How These Famous Celebrities Protect Their Smiles From Teeth Grinding
posted: Dec. 24, 2019.

The fast-paced world of sports and entertainment isn’t all glitz and glamour. These high-profile industries create a unique kind of emotional and mental stress on celebrities. For many of Read more
You May Need Orthodontics Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.

Sometimes you need only a single solution to improve your smile: teeth whitening to brighten stained teeth; porcelain veneers or crowns to mask dental flaws; or a life-like dental Read more
Dental Care During Pregnancy is Safe and Essential
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.

When a woman learns she's pregnant, her first thought is often to do everything possible to protect the new life inside her. That may mean making lifestyle changes like Read more
Having Diabetes Could Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.

Currently, one-third of Americans are either diabetic or have prediabetic symptoms. Caused by an imbalance in blood sugar levels, diabetes can complicate and increase the risk for other inflammatory Read more
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.

Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits Read more
Lingual Braces: An Invisible Way to Move Your Teeth
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.

Once upon a time, braces were the way to straighten a smile. They were—and continue to be—an effective orthodontic treatment especially for younger patients. But braces do have a Read more
Clean Your Implants Just Like Your Other Teeth
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.

You feel great about your new smile, thanks to dental implants! And you may also be feeling relief as the problems with your former teeth fade into the past. But Read more
Don't Delay Seeing the Dentist If You Suspect Gum Recession
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.

Calling someone "long in the tooth" is an unflattering way of saying they're getting old. The phrase refers to the effects of gum recession, in which the gums pull Read more
Why
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.

Mayim Bialik has spent a good part of her life in front of TV cameras: first as the child star of the hit comedy series Blossom, and more recently Read more
Do a Little Extra Food Prep to Ease TMD Discomfort
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.

Because it requires jaw movement, eating can be difficult and painful if you have a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). During flareups you may switch to foods that are easier Read more
Here's What You Can Do to Avoid Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.

Here's an alarming statistic: Nearly half of adults over 30—and 70% over 65—are affected by periodontal (gum) disease. It's sobering because if not caught and treated early, gum disease Read more
A Partnership With the Dentist Will Help Your Child's Teeth Develop Normally
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.

“That kid is growing like a weed!” Every proud parent likes to hear something like that about their child: It means they’re growing up—and it shows! As nature takes its Read more
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.

Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more
You can Get Relief from Facial Pain
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.

Each year doctors treat about 150,000 new cases of severe facial pain. If you're one of those people, you don't have to suffer—there are ways to gain relief from Read more
Despite Some Online Sources, Root Canals Don't Cause Disease
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.

The internet has transformed how we get information. Where you once needed to find an encyclopedia, telephone directory or library, you can now turn to your handy smartphone or Read more