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You Can Have a Successful Implant Outcome if Your Diabetes is Under Control
posted: Jun. 02, 2021.
Around one in ten U.S. adults have diabetes, a metabolic disease that can disrupt other aspects of a person's health like wound healing and vision. It could also cause Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Smile Enhancements That Could Make Your Wedding Day Like No Other
posted: May 23, 2021.
Each of life's moments are precious—but some are more precious than others. For one like your wedding day, you want to look your very best. Be sure your teeth and Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You
posted: May 13, 2021.
Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Seasons of a Woman's Life That Could Present New Oral Health Challenges
posted: May 03, 2021.
May 9-15 is National Women's Health Week, which begins each year on Mother's Day. It's an important opportunity to focus on the unique health challenges women face, and ways Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
This Orthodontic Device Could Stop a Poor Bite From Developing
posted: Apr. 23, 2021.
“Orthodontic treatment” and “braces” almost seem like synonymous terms. But while braces certainly are orthodontic, it isn't the only tool in an orthodontist's toolkit. A good example is a device Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Throw Away Your Used Toothbrush - Repurpose It!
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
From a dentist's perspective, toothbrushes have a limited lifespan: Bristles can fray after months of use, rendering them less effective in removing harmful dental plaque. The American Dental Association Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What Chrissy Teigen's Inauguration Night Cap Mishap Could Mean For You
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.
Inauguration night is usually a lavish, Washington, D.C., affair with hundreds attending inaugural balls throughout the city. And when you're an A-List celebrity whose husband is a headliner at Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Certain Drugs for Osteoporosis Could Impact Your Dental Care
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.
Osteoporosis is a serious bone weakening disease in older adults that can turn a minor fall into a major bone fracture. But the condition could also impact dental treatment—triggered Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
posted: Mar. 14, 2021.
Unless you're 6 years old and on speed dial with the Tooth Fairy, a loose tooth isn't a good feeling. It's also a sign something is wrong in your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
We May Be Able To Treat Some Bite Problems Early
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.
In any given year, 4 million tweens and teens are in the process of having their teeth straightened with braces or clear aligners. It's so common we tend to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Vivica Fox and Zendaya Have This in Common: A Gorgeous Smile
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.
Kill Bill fans have been pressing for a third installment of the stylized revenge tale since Kill Bill, Volume 2 hit the theaters in 2004. Finally, filmmaker Quentin Tarantino Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
6 Signs Your Child Could Be Developing a Poor Bite
posted: Feb. 12, 2021.
If your child has seen the dentist regularly, and brushed and flossed daily, there's a good chance they've avoided advanced tooth decay. But another problem might already be growing Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Love Your Heart, Love Your Gums
posted: Feb. 02, 2021.
This month there are hearts everywhere we look, so it's fitting that February is designated as American Heart Month. We join with the American Heart Association in the goal Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
This Laser Procedure Promises Big Benefits for Gum Disease Treatment
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
Over the years, dentists have become quite proficient in treating even the most severe periodontal (gum) disease. Many of these positive outcomes are achieved through manual effort using simple Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Reasons Why Treating Cavities Is Becoming More Effective
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
If you've ever had a run-in with cavities, you know the drill (no pun intended): After getting a local anesthetic for pain, the dentist removes any decayed dental tissue, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures