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Primary Teeth Decay Could Affect Your Child's Future Dental Health
posted: Jan. 21, 2020.
With only a few teeth now showing in your baby’s mouth, you might think it’s too early to schedule their first dental visit. But you should, and here’s why: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Eat the Right Kind of Carbs to Protect Yourself from Gum Disease
posted: Jan. 11, 2020.
In the quest for the ideal diet, people often stress over one particular food group: carbohydrates. And for good reason—some carbohydrates have been linked to chronic inflammation, a contributing Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
It Takes Artistry and Skill to Achieve the Right Color Balance for Your Veneers
posted: Jan. 01, 2020.
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 moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
posted: Dec. 22, 2019.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Vitamins Can Help Keep Your Oral Health in Top Shape
posted: Dec. 12, 2019.
Vitamins play a key role in your body’s health, including your teeth and gums. A vitamin-deficient diet is an invitation to all sorts of disease. But what are vitamins? Although Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don't Worry About Dental Amalgam: It's Safe for Treating Cavities
posted: Dec. 02, 2019.
Dental amalgam—also known as “silver fillings”—has been used for nearly a hundred years to treat cavities. There are several reasons why this mixture of metals has been the go-to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Foods That Are Good for Both Your Mouth and Your Body
posted: Nov. 22, 2019.
You can't separate your oral health from your overall health. What's beneficial for your body in general is usually beneficial for your teeth and gums. Take the foods you eat: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Nov. 12, 2019.
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Fluoridated Drinking Water Helps Curb Tooth Decay Safely
posted: Nov. 02, 2019.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls it “one of the ten most important public health measures of the 20th Century.” A new vaccine? A cure for Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Sleep Apnea Might be Robbing you of More than a Good Night's Sleep
posted: Oct. 23, 2019.
Fatigue, a “foggy” mind, and irritability are all signs you’re not getting enough sleep—and neither might your sleeping partner from your continuous snoring. You might have a common form Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
That Scalded Feeling Isn't in Your Head - It Could Be Burning Mouth Syndrome
posted: Oct. 13, 2019.
Most of us have encountered something hot that’s burned or scalded the inside of our mouth—not a pleasant feeling. But what if you have a similar burning sensation without Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why
posted: Oct. 03, 2019.
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 Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Take Charge of Stress Management to Reduce Teeth Grinding Habits
posted: Sep. 23, 2019.
It’s hard to avoid stress in the 21st Century. We’re all bombarded with stressors, from work to family — even our smart phones! The problem really isn’t the stressors themselves Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your Reoccurring Sinus Infections May Actually Be Caused by Tooth Decay
posted: Sep. 13, 2019.
If you suffer frequent sinus infections, you might want to talk with your dentist about it. It could be your chronic sinus problems stem from a deeply decayed or Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
posted: Sep. 03, 2019.
If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Aug. 24, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures