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Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
updated: Aug. 23, 2021
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
5 Tips Students (and Everyone Else) Should Heed for Healthy Teeth and Gums
updated: Jul. 24, 2021
Though it sounds like an elite academic society, "The Freshman 15" is anything but. The phrase stands for the weight, pegged at 15 pounds, that many incoming students gain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
updated: Jun. 22, 2021
Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A New Dental Pain Management Approach Reduces the Need for Narcotics
updated: May 03, 2021
Narcotics have long played an important role in easing severe pain caused by disease, trauma or treatment. Healthcare professionals, including dentists, continue to prescribe them as a matter of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Tooth Enamel
updated: Mar. 24, 2021
Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and for good reason—it's your teeth's first line of defense against wearing and harmful oral bacteria. But although enamel can Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Eating the Right Foods Can Boost Your Efforts to Prevent Dental Disease
updated: Feb. 22, 2021
You're more apt to lose teeth because of periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay than any other cause. But neither of these bacterial diseases have to happen: You can Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
updated: Jan. 21, 2021
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Unpleasant Cracked Mouth Corners Can Be Treated and Prevented
updated: Nov. 12, 2020
Ever have a paper cut or an irritated hangnail? They're not considered major health problems, but, boy, can they sting! Something similar can occur in the corners of your mouth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How to Protect Dental Health in the Later Years of Life
updated: Jun. 05, 2020
As we get older, we become more susceptible to chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease or arthritis. We can also begin to see more problems with our teeth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
See Your Dentist if You Have one of these Top 3 Oral Problems
updated: Apr. 26, 2020
For years people tuned in to enjoy one of David Letterman's "Top 10 lists," a frequent gag performed on his show Late Night. Each countdown list poked fun at Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Keeping the Lid on Acid to Protect Your Tooth Enamel
updated: Mar. 17, 2020
Enamel — that tough, outermost tooth layer — protects your teeth from all sorts of hazards, from bacterial attack to temperature extremes. But although the hardest substance in the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
updated: Nov. 28, 2019
There's a “file” on you at your dentist's office: Every visit you've made—from regular cleanings to major dental work—has been recorded, noted and preserved for posterity. If that gives you Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Get Your Vitamins the Natural Way for Optimum Dental Health
updated: Oct. 18, 2019
Along with daily oral hygiene and regular dental visits, a balanced and nutritious diet is another key part of great oral health. The foods you eat can have a 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 -
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 -
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
updated: Oct. 01, 2018
Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” Read moreCategory: Oral Health