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Diabetes Could Impact Your Oral Health
posted: Nov. 22, 2021.
More than 1 in 10 Americans has some form of diabetes. This metabolic condition disrupts the body's regulation of glucose in the bloodstream, giving rise to health problems like Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Here's What To Do for 4 Kinds of Dental Injuries
posted: Nov. 12, 2021.
Although kids are resilient, they're not indestructible. They're prone to their share of injuries, both major and minor—including dental injuries. It's common for physically active children to suffer injuries to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Unlike Brad Pitt, You Didn't Mean To Chip Your Tooth. We Can Still Fix It
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
It's not unusual for serious actors to go above and beyond for their roles. They gain weight (or lose it, like Matthew McConaughey for True Detective). They grow hair—or Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
posted: Oct. 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 -
Are Implants a No-Go for You? Consider These Other Restoration Options
posted: Oct. 13, 2021.
Our primary aim as dentists is to preserve teeth. There are times, however, when preserving a tooth is no longer worth the effort and we must recommend removing it. Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here's What's in Your Toothpaste for Keeping Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
posted: Oct. 03, 2021.
We're all interested in how our toothpaste tastes, how it freshens breath or how it brightens teeth. But those are secondary to its most important function, which is how Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How MLB Star Aaron Judge Changed His Smile and How You Can Too
posted: Sep. 23, 2021.
Between the final game of the World Series in late October and spring training in February, major league baseball players work on their skills preparing for the new season. Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here's What You Can Expect With Dental Implant Surgery
posted: Sep. 13, 2021.
Getting dental implants is going to require surgery. But don't let that concern you—it's a relatively minor procedure. Currently the “gold standard” for tooth replacement, an implant consists of a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Be Better Prepared For Tooth-Related Injuries
posted: Sep. 03, 2021.
Disasters are an unfortunate part of life—and not just on the epic scale of a hurricane, flood or earthquake. You could easily find yourself having your own "personal pizza"-sized Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Find Out Why You or Your Partner Snores - it may be Sleep Apnea
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
If your sleeping partner snores, it could be more than an annoyance: it could be a sign of sleep apnea. This occurs when air flow into the lungs becomes Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Kevin Bacon's Mango-Slicing Trick and Other Ways to Rid Food Between Your Teeth
posted: Aug. 14, 2021.
During the COVID-19 quarantines, stir-crazy celebrities have been creating some “unique” home videos—like Madonna singing about fried fish to the tune of “Vogue” in her bathroom or Cardi B Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Untreated Gum Disease Could Cost You Your Implant
posted: Aug. 04, 2021.
Your teeth can take decades of daily biting and chewing and not miss a beat. But they do have a nemesis, dental disease, which can easily get the upper Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Disease Could Impact More Than Your Oral Health
posted: Jul. 25, 2021.
Preventing periodontal (gum) disease not only preserves your teeth and gums, it might also benefit the rest of your health. There's growing evidence that gum disease has links to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Brush or Floss First? Here's What You Need to Know to Decide
posted: Jul. 15, 2021.
If you like conundrums like "Which came first? The chicken or the egg?", then you may enjoy this one: "Which should you do first, brush or floss?" Both of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Disappearing Tooth Gap - Michael Strahan Pulls an Epic April Fool's Prank
posted: Jul. 05, 2021.
If you're a fan of former NFL player and current host of Good Morning America Michael Strahan, then you're well aware of his unique smile feature—a noticeable gap between Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How to Clean Your Oral Appliance
posted: Jun. 25, 2021.
Question: What oral health issue do teenagers who wear orthodontic retainers and older folks who wear dentures have in common? Answer: Both need to pay particular attention to cleaning their Read moreCategory: Oral Health