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Follow These Tips for a More Dental-Friendly Halloween
posted: Oct. 22, 2021.
"Trick or treat!" Chances are, you'll hear that cry from costumed children at your door this October 31st. Fortunately, you're unlikely to be in any danger of mischief should Read more -
Gum Recession Doesn't Have to be Permanent
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
The worst outcome of periodontal (gum) disease is tooth loss—but it isn't the only form of misery you might suffer. One of the more troublesome results associated with gum Read more -
We're Improving Our Effectiveness in Treating Tooth Decay
posted: Oct. 02, 2021.
For several decades, dentists have been saving teeth from tooth decay following a few basic guidelines: 1) Identify decay as soon as possible; 2) Thoroughly remove decayed tooth structure; Read more -
Take It From Taylor Swift - Losing Your Orthodontic Retainer is No Fun
posted: Sep. 22, 2021.
For nearly two decades, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has dominated the pop and country charts. In December she launched her ninth studio album, called evermore, and in January she delighted Read more -
4 Great Ways to Improve Your Smile
posted: Sep. 12, 2021.
Self-improvement is an estimated $10 billion annual market—smartphone apps, one-on-one coaching and, of course, books that instruct and inspire people on everything from selling yourself to increasing your self-esteem. Read more -
Be Better Prepared For Tooth-Related Injuries
posted: Sep. 02, 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 more -
Correcting a Poor Bite With Braces - a True Wonder
posted: Aug. 23, 2021.
Braces are so common that we often view them as "ho-hum." But there are aspects about braces that make them remarkable. For one, the fact that we can move Read more -
Buffalo Bills' Stefon Diggs Knows There's Never a Bad Place to Floss
posted: Aug. 13, 2021.
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs wrapped up the NFL regular season in January, setting single-season records in both catches and receiving yards. The Bills handily beat the Miami Read more -
Chronic Dry Mouth Is More Serious Than an Unpleasant Feeling
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
It's normal to have occasional mouth dryness—that "cotton mouth" feeling when you first wake up or after eating a spicy meal. It soon dissipates, though, leaving you no worse Read more -
Gum Disease Could be Making Other Diseases Worse
posted: Jul. 24, 2021.
Half of adults over age 30, and an astounding 70% over 65, have had some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Unchecked, a bacterial gum infection can spread into the Read more -
Take Care of Your Teeth and Gums Even While Camping
posted: Jul. 14, 2021.
July is Park and Recreation Month, a great time to pack up the tent, bed roll and camp stove and head for your nearest state or national park. Just Read more -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Jul. 04, 2021.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read more -
Refined Sugar Could Be Harming More Than Your Teeth
posted: Jun. 24, 2021.
You've probably heard your dentist say more than once to cut back on sweets. That's good advice not only for keeping your teeth healthy, but your whole body as Read more -
Do This For a Healthier Mouth and Overall Well-Being
posted: Jun. 14, 2021.
Health is on everyone's mind, especially after dealing with COVID-19 this past year. Beyond the immediate concerns of coping with this novel coronavirus, many are taking a closer look Read more -
Think Twice Before You Undergo Botox Treatment for Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Jun. 04, 2021.
There's still much about the underlying nature of chronic jaw joint dysfunction we have yet to unravel. Treating these conditions known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) may therefore require Read more -
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: May 25, 2021.
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read more
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