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Resolved for 2022: Healthier Teeth and Gums and a More Attractive Smile
posted: Dec. 10, 2021.
That rumble you hear is 2022 about to roar into your life on New Year's Eve—so, you better get hopping on those resolutions! And rather than go with the old Read more -
Cosmetic Gum Surgery Can Restore Health as Well as Appearance to Gums
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
We most often associate plastic surgery with cosmetic enhancements to our outer appearance. While this is their primary purpose, some forms of reconstructive surgery restore lost function and health as Read more -
How You Can Prevent Teeth Grinding From Damaging Your Oral Health
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
Life has changed dramatically over the centuries. But although our ancient forebears wouldn't recognize much of our modern world, they would be well acquainted with one particular oral habit that Read more -
The Perils of a Loose Permanent Tooth - and What to do About it
posted: Oct. 16, 2021.
A loose baby tooth is normal and expected; a loose permanent tooth is quite another matter: it’s an advanced sign of disease that could lead to losing the tooth.The reasons Read more -
5 Signs Your Child May Be Developing a Poor Bite
posted: Oct. 06, 2021.
A Malocclusion—better known as a poor bite—can have far-ranging consequences that could follow a child into adulthood. Bite abnormalities make it more difficult to chew and digest food. And, misaligned Read more -
Why Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Couldn't Have Braces
posted: Sep. 26, 2021.
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 as Read more -
Even if a Root Canal Won't Work, This Procedure Could Save your Tooth
posted: Sep. 16, 2021.
A root canal treatment is a highly effective way to save a deeply decayed tooth. Sometimes, though, complications make it difficult or even impossible to perform the traditional procedure. In Read more -
Keep a Watchful Eye on Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit
posted: Sep. 06, 2021.
More than one parent has wakened in the middle of the night to an unnerving sound emanating from their child's bedroom. Although it might seem like something from the latest Read more -
This Young Woman's Cancer Experience a Teachable Moment for all of us
posted: Aug. 27, 2021.
With college, a full-time job and an upcoming wedding to plan, Brooke Vitense had the hectic life of an average young woman in her twenties. But a chance discovery one Read more -
No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who hasn’t Read more -
Stop Tooth Decay Before It Derails Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Aug. 07, 2021.
From birth to early adulthood, your child's teeth, gums and jaws develop at a rapid pace. And, for the most part, nature takes its course without our help.But tooth decay Read more -
Cleft Defects Can Be Overcome, Thanks to Advanced Surgical Procedures
posted: Jul. 28, 2021.
One in 700 babies are born each year with a cleft lip, a cleft palate or both. Besides its devastating emotional and social impact, this common birth defect can also Read more -
Five Facts about Bacteria
posted: Jul. 18, 2021.
Bacteria are bad… right? They can cause diseases like pneumonia, strep throat, and tooth decay. They are the reason we wash our hands with soap (or antibacterial gels) and cook Read more -
Love and Hip Hop Host's No-Gap Smile and How You Can Have One Too
posted: Jul. 08, 2021.
Nina Parker, the host of Love & Hip Hop for six seasons, is now busy with the new game show Blockbusters and her own talk show The Nina Parker Show. Read more -
Complex Mouth Conditions Call for Dental Specialties
posted: Jun. 28, 2021.
Hopefully, you’ve developed a long-term care relationship with your family dentist. Better known as a general dentist, these professionals are the central players in maintaining your oral health, and your Read more -
Look at Your Options for Saving a Tooth First Before Replacing it
posted: Jun. 18, 2021.
It's no exaggeration — dental implants have revolutionized teeth replacement. Life-like and durable, implants are the closest thing in design and function to a natural tooth.In fact, there's only one Read more