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4 Things You Should Do - or Not Do - to Maintain Your Oral Appliance
posted: May 26, 2020.
Millions of people wear some form of removable oral appliance. The range is pretty extensive, from orthodontic clear aligners and retainers to full or partial dentures. But while they Read more -
Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
posted: May 16, 2020.
Singer and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the Read more -
Without Prompt Intervention, Gum Disease Could Damage Tooth Roots
posted: May 06, 2020.
Periodontal (gum) disease often involves more than gum inflammation. The real danger is what this bacterial infection may be doing to tissues beneath the gum line—including tooth roots and Read more -
Oral Cancer Is Deadly - But You Can Lower Your Risk With a Healthy Lifestyle
posted: Apr. 26, 2020.
An estimated 50,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed this year with some form of oral cancer. Five years from now, if current survival rates still apply (57%), a Read more -
Are Lasers the Future for Treating Advanced Tooth Decay?
posted: Apr. 16, 2020.
Advanced tooth decay is a serious dental problem that can threaten an affected tooth's survival. But for decades now dentists have reliably used root canal treatment to better a Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Apr. 06, 2020.
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 more -
Do This for Your Dental Health Before, During and After Cancer Treatment
posted: Mar. 27, 2020.
Although cancer treatment has advanced steadily in recent decades, the most used therapies continue to be radiation and chemotherapy to eradicate cancerous cells. And while they often work, both Read more -
That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
posted: Mar. 17, 2020.
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about Read more -
E-Cigs Could be Just as Hazardous for Your Teeth and Gums as Cigarettes
posted: Mar. 07, 2020.
More than 20 million people in the United States use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs as an alternative to tobacco smoking. While many users believe "vaping" is a healthier alternative Read more -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Feb. 26, 2020.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read more -
New Advances Could Revolutionize Decay Treatment
posted: Feb. 16, 2020.
The basics for treating tooth decay have changed little since the father of modern dentistry Dr. G.V. Black developed them in the early 20th Century. Even though technical advances Read more -
Something Between Your Teeth? Don't Use Anything Else but Dental Floss
posted: Feb. 06, 2020.
As a saying, “Necessity is the mother of invention” is no more appropriate than when you have something caught between your teeth. And humans, as inventive and creative as Read more -
Persistent Jaw Pain After an Injury Needs Immediate Attention
posted: Jan. 27, 2020.
Accidents happen. And if an accident causes an injury to your jaws or surrounding facial area, it could result in serious damage. Without prompt treatment, that damage could be Read more -
The Howie Mandel Effect: Avoid Dental Disease Through Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Jan. 17, 2020.
Howie Mandel, one of America’s premier television personalities, rarely takes it easy. Whether performing a standup comedy gig or shooting episodes of America’s Got Talent or Deal or No Read more -
You May Need Something Other Than Ointment to Clear up This Facial Rash
posted: Jan. 07, 2020.
During your latest dental cleaning and checkup, your dentist notices a skin rash around your mouth. You sigh—it’s been going on for some time. And every ointment you’ve tried Read more -
It Takes Artistry and Skill to Achieve the Right Color Balance for Your Veneers
posted: Dec. 28, 2019.
Getting a new smile doesn’t have to be an elaborate affair. If your teeth have minor to moderate chips, stains or tooth gaps, dental veneers could be the answer. Read more
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