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NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Sep. 26, 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 more -
DIY Orthodontics is a Recipe for Dental Disaster
posted: Sep. 16, 2020.
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) is a deeply held American trait for building, renovating or repairing things without the services of a professional. The Internet has only made this tradition easier: There Read more -
Implants Can Make It Easier to Restore Missing Teeth in Stages
posted: Sep. 06, 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 more -
Take These Steps to Alleviate Chronic Dry Mouth
posted: Aug. 27, 2020.
You might be noticing some changes as you get older: You're getting winded easier and you're wondering why book or magazine print has suddenly shrunk (it didn't). Perhaps you've Read more -
Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
posted: Aug. 17, 2020.
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 Read more -
4 Simple Things You Can Do to Stop Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 07, 2020.
When they weren't building pyramids or wrapping mummies, the ancient Egyptians mixed herbs and spices with a little honey to make small lozenges. Their purpose: to fight halitosis, that Read more -
This Oral Appliance Could Help Solve Your Sleep Apnea Problem
posted: Jul. 28, 2020.
Millions of people have obstructive sleep apnea—and some don’t even realize it. That’s because even though these airway-blocking episodes can occur several times a night, they may only last Read more -
Talk With Your Dentist About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
posted: Jul. 18, 2020.
Dental implants are far and away the most “tooth-like” restoration available today for missing teeth. Not only do they look real, they also mimic dental anatomy in replacing the Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Jul. 08, 2020.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting Read more -
New Studies Show: Sealants Could Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
posted: Jun. 28, 2020.
Your child could hit a speed bump on their road to dental maturity—tooth decay. In fact, children are susceptible to an aggressive form of decay known as Early Childhood Read more -
Getting Implants Can Be a Long Process - But Worth it
posted: Jun. 18, 2020.
Dental implants aren't simply prosthetic teeth, but rather an innovative system that restores both smile appearance and dental function. And while an implant can indeed replace a single tooth, Read more -
Instill These Habits in Your Child for a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
posted: Jun. 08, 2020.
As a parent, you strive to instill good habits in your children: looking both ways for traffic, doing chores or washing behind the ears. Be sure you also include Read more -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: May 29, 2020.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was Read more -
Facial Nerve Pain Can be Controlled
posted: May 19, 2020.
Every year 150,000 people, mostly women over age 50, find out they have a painful condition called trigeminal neuralgia. For many it begins as an occasional twinge along the Read more -
Practice Daily Hygiene to Avoid Gum Swelling While Wearing Braces
posted: May 09, 2020.
Straightening your smile doesn't happen overnight—it can involve months or even years of orthodontic treatment. And although the end result is well worth it, the long process can make Read more -
4 Things to Do to Keep Your Child's Dental Development on Track
posted: Apr. 29, 2020.
When you’re expecting a new baby, there’s a lot to prepare: outfitting the nursery, stocking up on diapers or choosing a pediatrician. It’s also not too early to consider Read more