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Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Jul. 22, 2016.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Diet Changes You Should Make for Better Oral Health
posted: Jul. 07, 2016.
One of the most popular subjects in books, magazines and social media is food — the things we should or should not eat (or at least not too much). Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Jun. 22, 2016.
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Teens Benefit Most from A Temporary Solution to Missing Teeth
posted: Jun. 07, 2016.
While tooth loss can occur at any age, replacing one in a younger patient requires a different approach than for someone older. It’s actually better to hold off on Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: May 23, 2016.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Offices Hold to the Highest Standards to Protect Patients from Infection
posted: May 15, 2016.
Our bodies wage a continuous war against enemies too small to be seen with the naked eye. If we’re healthy, our immune system will stop the vast majority of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
posted: Apr. 30, 2016.
Want to know the exact wrong way to pry open a stubborn lid? Just ask Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC-TV’s popular “Tonight Show.” When the 40-year-old funnyman had trouble Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Staining Within a Tooth Requires a Clinical Whitening Approach
posted: Apr. 15, 2016.
Home whitening kits are a popular way to turn a dull smile into a dazzling one. But these self-applied products only work for teeth with outer enamel stains — Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: Mar. 31, 2016.
Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Things to do to Prepare for Dental Emergencies While Traveling Abroad
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Vacationing abroad can be the trip of a lifetime — or a nightmare if you have a medical or dental emergency while traveling. Dental care in many locations around Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Teeth Whitening
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Transforming your smile doesn’t necessarily require complex treatments like orthodontics, dental implants or porcelain veneers. Sometimes a little brightness can mean all the difference in the world. Bleaching (or teeth Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Early Intervention can Correct Abnormal Upper Jaw and Palate Growth
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Poor bites, also known as “malocclusions,” can have a dramatic impact on mouth function and appearance. Moving teeth to better positions will solve most of these bite problems — Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Have you started orthodontic treatment recently? Are you having a little trouble getting used to your braces? If so, you are not alone: Everybody goes through an adjustment period Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Closing the Gap Between Front Teeth Can Create a More Attractive Smile
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Many otherwise attractive smiles have one noticeable blemish — a large gap between the two upper front teeth. If you have such a gap, there’s a solution that could Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
posted: Mar. 30, 2016.
Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned Read moreCategory: Oral Health