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Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: Mar. 02, 2018.
Fans of the primetime TV show The Middle were delighted to see that high school senior Sue, played by Eden Sher, finally got her braces off at the start Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Porcelain Veneers Could Change Your Appearance for the Better
posted: Feb. 15, 2018.
We now have an amazing repertoire in dentistry to restore the look and function of damaged or missing teeth. From tooth-colored crowns to life-like dental implants, we can turn Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Partial Dentures: an Affordable Alternative to More Expensive Restorations
posted: Jan. 31, 2018.
Dental implants are today’s preferred choice for replacing missing teeth. They’re the closest restoration to natural teeth—but at a price, especially for multiple teeth. If implants are beyond your Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Winning the War on Gum Disease Requires Post-Treatment Vigilance
posted: Jan. 16, 2018.
After several treatment sessions your periodontal (gum) disease is under control. But, while we may have won this battle, the war rages on. To keep an infection from re-occurring Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: Jan. 01, 2018.
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Not All Bacteria are Harmful to Oral Health
posted: Dec. 24, 2017.
Most people associate bacteria with disease and ill health. But the real story about the trillions of microscopic organisms now living in and on your body is a bit Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your Age Won't Necessarily Decide Against Straightening Your Smile
posted: Dec. 09, 2017.
It’s something you think about often—especially when you look in a mirror or at a photo of yourself. You wish something could have been done about it a long Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Sometimes It's Good to Be a Quitter: Smoking and Oral Health
posted: Nov. 24, 2017.
Each November, the American Cancer Society urges smokers to kick the habit for just one day, because if you can quit for one whole day, you can quit for Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
posted: Nov. 09, 2017.
Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
New Season, New Toothbrush
posted: Oct. 25, 2017.
October brings fall leaves, pumpkins — and National Dental Hygiene Month. As you change your summer clothes for a fall wardrobe, it may also be time to change your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
An Orthodontic Retainer: Insurance Well Spent for Keeping Your New Smile
posted: Oct. 10, 2017.
You’ve invested a lot of time and money in orthodontic treatment to improve your smile. If you’re not careful, though, your teeth could actually move back to their old Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lasers Poised to Transform Current Treatment for Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 25, 2017.
While lasers still seem like science fiction, they’ve been used commercially (and medically) for decades. But there’s still room for growth in practical applications with this developing technology. One Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Sep. 17, 2017.
When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Reduce Future Bite Problems with These Innovative Techniques
posted: Sep. 02, 2017.
When you think orthodontics, you may instantly picture braces or clear aligners worn by teenagers or adults. But there’s more to orthodontics than correcting fully developed malocclusions (poor bites). Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Aug. 18, 2017.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Be Sure to Have a Dental Exam Before Whitening Your Teeth
posted: Aug. 03, 2017.
You’ve been embarrassed for a while now by your yellowed, dull teeth. You’re ready for a change. There’s a simple and cost-effective way to make that change: you can temporarily Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures