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You May Need Your Dentist's Help Easing the Pain of Severe Canker Sores
posted: Feb. 17, 2019.

Canker sores, known medically as aphthous ulcers, are fairly common among people. Lasting for about a week or so, these mouth sores are usually more irritating than painful. But Read more
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Feb. 07, 2019.

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, Read more
4 Ways to Check on Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
posted: Jan. 28, 2019.

For most of us, brushing and flossing is a routine part of daily life. But has it become such a routine that you may not be getting the most Read more
Want to Keep Enjoying Winter Sports? Wear a Mouthguard!
posted: Jan. 18, 2019.

What's your favorite winter sport? For some, it's all about swooshing down a snowy trail on skis, a board, or a sled. For others, the main attraction is skating Read more
Signs That You Child May Need a Tooth Extracted
posted: Jan. 15, 2019.

No matter how carefully your child cares for their teeth, tooth extractions may be needed in certain circumstances. Your Lake Havasu, AZ, dentist at Cosmic Kids Dentistry offers extractions and Read more
Moderate Fluoride Use Packs the Biggest Punch for Decay Prevention
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.

In the battle against tooth decay, fluoride is an important weapon. Since the discovery of its dental health benefits a century ago, fluoride has been credited with saving countless Read more
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
posted: Dec. 29, 2018.

Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples Read more
Take Steps to Save an Incoming Tooth's Place to Avoid a Poor Bite
posted: Dec. 19, 2018.

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 Read more
Protecting Primary Teeth from Decay Helps Ensure Future Dental Health
posted: Dec. 09, 2018.

A baby’s teeth begin coming in just a few months after birth—first one or two in the front, and then gradually the rest of them over the next couple Read more
Orthodontists Anticipate Future Facial Growth When Treating Poor Bites
posted: Nov. 29, 2018.

Moving teeth to better positions through orthodontics not only improves dental function and health, it can vastly improve your appearance. But to achieve a result that continues to be Read more
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
posted: Nov. 19, 2018.

The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read more
Advanced Equipment and Safe Practices Ensure X-Ray Safety for Children
posted: Nov. 09, 2018.

When it comes to our children’s safety, there isn’t much nowadays that isn’t under scrutiny. Whether food, clothing, toys and more, we ask the same question: can it be Read more
Do You Need Emergency Dental Care?
posted: Nov. 08, 2018.

How your dentists in Lake Havasu, Arizona can help you in an emergency A dental emergency can happen when you least expect it. If your jaw or mouth is injured, you Read more
Clear Aligners Provide a Less Embarrassing Orthodontic Choice for Teens
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.

For decades, traditional braces were the only orthodontic choice for moving misaligned teeth. Although they’re quite effective, they can cause discomfort and, for teens especially, embarrassment due to their Read more
How to Help Your Kids Form Good Oral Hygiene Habits
posted: Oct. 20, 2018.

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. It comes as no surprise that good dental hygiene habits are best acquired early in life—and with good reason, as tooth decay is Read more
Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"
posted: Oct. 10, 2018.

Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand.Â Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house Read more