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Do Your Dentures and Mouth a Favor: Take Them Out at Night
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
People who’ve lost all their teeth have benefitted from a solution that’s been around for generations: removable dentures. These appliances have helped millions of people chew and eat food, speak, Read more -
Your 'Toothache' Might Actually be Unrelated to Your Teeth
posted: Jun. 05, 2021.
When you see your dentist about mouth pain, you expect to hear that it's a decayed or fractured tooth, or maybe a gum infection. But you might be surprised if Read more -
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: May 26, 2021.
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 she Read more -
Manage Your Osteoporosis Medication to Avoid Jawbone Problems
posted: May 16, 2021.
Around 20 million people—mostly women after menopause—take medication to slow the progress of osteoporosis, a debilitating disease that weakens bones. But although effective, some osteoporosis drugs could pose dental issues Read more -
What You Can Do To Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
posted: May 06, 2021.
So, when should you begin taking measures to prevent tooth decay in your child's teeth? When their teeth first begin to show? When all of their primary (baby) teeth are Read more -
Consider an Effective and Affordable RPD for Teeth Replacement
posted: Apr. 26, 2021.
If you have a few missing teeth but can't afford dental implants or fixed bridgework, consider a removal partial denture (RPD). Although implants may be the superior choice aesthetically and Read more -
How You Too Could Have Lindsey Vonn's Viral Video Smile Makeover
posted: Apr. 16, 2021.
Instagram, America's humongous digital photo and video album, is chock-full of the silly, mundane, and poignant moments of people's everyday lives. That includes celebrities: Tom Hanks buying a used car; Read more -
An Eating Disorder May Show Itself in The Mouth
posted: Apr. 06, 2021.
Although dental care is our primary focus, we dentists are also on the lookout for other health problems that may manifest in the mouth. That's why we're sometimes the first Read more -
Limit Acidic Beverages to Protect Your Child's Tooth Enamel from Erosion
posted: Mar. 27, 2021.
Tooth enamel erosion is a serious issue for many children that can result in permanent impairment of oral health. The problem isn’t just bacterial acid that causes tooth decay — Read more -
Why You Shouldn't Worry About the Mercury in Your Silver Fillings
posted: Mar. 17, 2021.
Over the last century and a half millions of people have had a tooth cavity filled with “silver” amalgam. Perhaps you’re one of them. The use of this effective and Read more -
Take It From Taylor Swift - Losing Your Orthodontic Retainer is No Fun
posted: Mar. 07, 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 fans Read more -
Transforming Your Smile with Veneers, Step by Step
posted: Feb. 25, 2021.
Dental veneers are a great way to transform a smile without the expense or effort often required of other restorations. These thin layers of dental material adhere to the front Read more -
Oral Health Can Prove Challenging in Your Senior Years
posted: Feb. 15, 2021.
A focus on dental care in senior citizens is just as important as it is for children. Indeed, oral health in your later years can be a major factor in Read more -
Eating the Right Foods Can Boost Your Efforts to Prevent Dental Disease
posted: Feb. 05, 2021.
You're more apt to lose teeth because of periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay than any other cause. But neither of these bacterial diseases have to happen: You can prevent Read more -
Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
posted: Jan. 26, 2021.
This year's Carol Burnett Award, presented at the Golden Globes, goes to Ellen DeGeneres for her “outstanding contributions to the television medium on or off the screen.” This is the Read more -
An Implant Restoration Could Prevent Bone Loss
posted: Jan. 16, 2021.
Losing teeth continues to be an all too common experience for people, especially those in their senior years. Fortunately, there are several ways to replace them, ranging from partial or Read more