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Preventing Decay in Primary Teeth Promises Better Health Now and Later
updated: Aug. 29, 2019
True or false: there’s no cause for concern about tooth decay until your child’s permanent teeth erupt. False—decayed primary teeth can lead to potentially serious consequences later in life. Although “baby” Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
updated: Aug. 19, 2019
How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Common Sources of Fluoride You Might Not Know About
updated: Aug. 09, 2019
In the early 1900s, a Colorado dentist noticed his patients had fewer cavities than the norm. He soon found the cause: naturally occurring fluoride in their drinking water. That Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
You May Need to Postpone an Upcoming Dental Visit if You Have Shingles
updated: Jul. 30, 2019
Chicken pox is a common viral infection that usually occurs during childhood. Although the disease symptoms only last a short time, the virus that caused it may remain, lying Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How to Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy During Pregnancy
updated: Jul. 20, 2019
While pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers, it can pose extra health challenges. This is especially true regarding dental health. Because of hormonal changes that naturally occur during Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
updated: Jul. 10, 2019
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Gaining a New Attractive Smile is More than Achievable
updated: Jun. 30, 2019
Our main focus as your dentist is to keep your teeth and gums healthy and functional. But there’s another important aspect of care — your teeth’s appearance. It’s not Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Clicking Jaw: When Should You Be Concerned?
updated: Jun. 20, 2019
Have you noticed a clicking, popping, or grating sound when you open or close your jaw? As many as 36 million U.S. adults experience this phenomenon in one or Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Getting a New 'Tooth in a Day' Will Depend on Your Bone Health
updated: Jun. 10, 2019
If you know anyone with a dental implant, you may know it can be a long process in getting one. Several weeks or months can pass between removing the Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
updated: May 31, 2019
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse
updated: May 21, 2019
The red, scaly rash suddenly appearing on your face doesn’t cause you much physical discomfort, but it’s still embarrassing. And to make matters worse treating it as you would Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A Mouthguard for NBA Star Isaiah Thomas
updated: May 11, 2019
Even after losing a tooth in an on-court collision with an opposing player, Isaiah Thomas didn’t slow down. The Boston Celtics point guard completed the play…and the rest of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A "Silent" Disease Gets Recognition
updated: May 01, 2019
Today, many people are taking positive steps to reduce the risks posed by major health problems like cancer, cardiopulmonary diseases, hypertension, and diabetes. But there’s one disease that makes Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
updated: Apr. 21, 2019
Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why You Should Floss Around the Implants Supporting Your Bridge
updated: Apr. 11, 2019
We've been using bridges to replace missing teeth for decades. Now, recently-developed implant-supported bridges are even more dependable, promising greater durability and less interference with remaining natural teeth. But just Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What You Should Do to Protect an Older Loved One's Dental Health
updated: Apr. 01, 2019
If you're the principal caregiver for an older person, you may have already faced age-related health challenges with them. Good preventive care, however, can ease the impact of health Read moreCategory: Oral Health