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4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Dec. 06, 2020.
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
posted: Nov. 26, 2020.
As the old Fifties song goes, “Little things mean a lot.” They can also be the most irritating, like a hangnail, a papercut—or a certain kind of oral sore. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Ways We Can Improve a Smile Affected by Unformed Teeth
posted: Nov. 16, 2020.
On the way to adulthood, permanent teeth steadily erupt until, if all goes normally, you have a full set of teeth. Sometimes, though, one or more teeth may fail Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Nov. 06, 2020.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Implants Can Make It Easier to Restore Missing Teeth in Stages
posted: Oct. 27, 2020.
A fair number of people with total tooth loss have arrived at this point after a long history of dental issues. It's quite likely they've had a series of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Transform 'Smile Zone' Teeth With Composite Resins
posted: Oct. 17, 2020.
As far as your appearance goes, the most important teeth you have are those in the “smile zone.” These are the teeth most visible when you smile—and the ones Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Implants Could Help You Avoid This Long-Term Effect of Losing Teeth
posted: Oct. 07, 2020.
What happens when you lose a tooth? In the short-run, it can certainly undermine your appearance and ability to efficiently chew and digest food. But a chain of events Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Sep. 27, 2020.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
There are Various Ways to Treat Sensitivity - Depending on its Cause
posted: Sep. 17, 2020.
You may be among the one in three Americans who suffer from the pain of tooth sensitivity. Before attempting treatment, though, we must first identify the cause. Your teeth are Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Things You Should Focus on During Pregnancy for Optimal Dental Health
posted: Sep. 07, 2020.
Pregnancy creates enormous changes in your physical body. These changes, especially on the hormonal level, can impact many aspects of your health including teeth and gums. While it’s easy to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Implants Make Dentures More Secure, Comfortable and Bone-Friendly
posted: Aug. 28, 2020.
Even in the 21st Century, losing most or all of your teeth is still an unfortunate possibility. Many in this circumstance turn to dentures, as their great-grandparents did, to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Aug. 18, 2020.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your 'Toothache' Might Signal a Problem Other Than in Your Mouth
posted: Aug. 08, 2020.
You expect a decayed tooth, a fracture or a gum infection to be the cause for that toothache causing you grief. Sometimes, though, the answer may be “none of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Whatever Your Vacation Plans This Year, Don't Forget Teeth and Gum Care
posted: Jul. 29, 2020.
COVID-19 containment restrictions could put a kink in many of our vacation plans this summer. With leisure air travel discouraged and popular attractions like Disney closed, this may be Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Have Fun This Summer But Play it Safe for Your Dental Health's Sake
posted: Jul. 19, 2020.
As summer reaches its apex here in the western hemisphere, warmer weather beckons many of us out of doors. And there's plenty of fun to be had, from hiking Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 09, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read moreCategory: Oral Health