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Veneers May Not Be the Best Option for Your Teenager's Teeth
posted: Feb. 04, 2020.
Just like adults, teenagers experience chipped, stained or disfigured teeth. And during a life stage where issues with appearance can be acutely painful, these defects call out for a solution.And, Read more -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Jan. 25, 2020.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Jan. 15, 2020.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was in Read more -
Cleft Defects Can Be Overcome, Thanks to Advanced Surgical Procedures
posted: Jan. 05, 2020.
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 -
How Implants Might Improve Bone Health With Dentures
posted: Dec. 26, 2019.
Think dental implants only replace individual teeth? Think again—this premier technology can also support other kinds of restorations to provide better stability and comfort. And, they also help improve bone Read more -
Make Your Baby as Comfortable as Possible During Teething
posted: Dec. 16, 2019.
Your sweet, good-natured baby has seemingly gone from zero to grumpy overnight. The reason is simple: They’re teething.Teething is a natural process in which a baby’s first teeth (primary teeth) Read more -
Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
posted: Dec. 06, 2019.
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 camera, Read more -
3 Orthodontic Options for Correcting Bad Bites
posted: Nov. 26, 2019.
Malocclusions (bad bites) may cause more than an appearance problem — with teeth and jaws not working together properly, you’re at higher risk for dental disease or accelerated tooth wear. Read more -
Chronic Mouth Breathing Could Create Conditions for a Poor Bite
posted: Nov. 16, 2019.
Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you're consciously focused on it—or something's stopping it!So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are you Read more -
Wearing a Retainer Will Protect Your New Smile After Braces
posted: Nov. 06, 2019.
After living with braces for a couple of years, the “big reveal” finally happens and you see your new smile for the first time. But then you’re told you have Read more -
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
posted: Oct. 27, 2019.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Miami Read more -
Tooth Sensitivity Could Be a Sign of Deeper Problems
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.
If you wince in pain while eating or drinking something hot or cold, you’re not alone: tooth sensitivity afflicts one in three Americans. To understand what’s possibly going on, let’s Read more -
Implant Failure Is Rare, but Possible. Here Are a Few Ways to Avoid It
posted: Oct. 07, 2019.
Dental implants are all the rage—and for good reason: They’re incredibly “tooth-like,” both in appearance and function. They also have a stunningly high success rate: More than 95% of implants Read more -
Watch Out for These Dental Health Issues as You Age
posted: Sep. 27, 2019.
One thing’s for sure: We’re all getting older. Here’s another sure thing: Aging doesn’t necessarily look the same on everyone. That one spry octogenarian lapping younger folks on the track Read more -
Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
posted: Sep. 17, 2019.
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source of Read more -
Despite Some Online Sources, Root Canals Don't Cause Disease
posted: Sep. 07, 2019.
The internet has transformed how we get information. Where you once needed to find an encyclopedia, telephone directory or library, you can now turn to your handy smartphone or tablet Read more
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