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3 Reasons Why Correcting a Poor Bite Is Worthwhile at Any Age
posted: Oct. 02, 2019.
October is National Orthodontic Health Month, and the more than 18,000 members of the American Association of Orthodontists want you to know the importance of a good bite. Correcting a Read more -
Simplify Your Toothpaste Purchase by Looking for These Ingredients
posted: Sep. 22, 2019.
The American marketplace usually offers us plenty of buying choices — sometimes it seems too many. A case in point: the toothpaste aisle at your local supermarket.It can be a Read more -
Baby Your Teeth and Gums During Pregnancy
posted: Sep. 12, 2019.
For a healthy pregnancy, it helps to have healthy teeth and gums. In fact, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) encourages its members to advise expectant moms to Read more -
Periodontal Maintenance Can Help You Avoid Another Episode of Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 02, 2019.
To keep a healthy smile, brushing and flossing your teeth every day should be at the top of your to-do list, along with regular dental visits. Dental visits are usually Read more -
Keep Alert for this Extreme Form of Gingivitis
posted: Aug. 23, 2019.
It takes only a few days of inadequate oral hygiene for bacterial plaque to trigger the periodontal (gum) disease gingivitis. Though sometimes subtle, there are signs to watch for like Read more -
Lasers Adding New Precision and Efficiency to Root Canal Treatments
posted: Aug. 13, 2019.
Root canal treatments are an essential part of dental care — countless teeth with deep decay would be lost each year without it. Now, this traditional dental care procedure is Read more -
Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
posted: Aug. 03, 2019.
If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number of Read more -
Be on the Alert for White Spots on Teeth While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 24, 2019.
While wearing braces is the path to a healthier and more attractive smile, it can be a difficult journey. One of your biggest challenges will be keeping your teeth clean Read more -
Transforming Your Smile with Veneers, Step by Step
posted: Jun. 13, 2019.
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 -
This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
posted: Jun. 03, 2019.
There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent of Read more -
Using Sinus Surgery to Stimulate Bone Growth for Implants
posted: May 24, 2019.
For a predictable outcome, a dental implant should be placed as soon as the bone and gum tissues following a tooth extraction have healed. But what happens if the tooth Read more -
Sedation During Dental Visits can Reduce Anxiety
posted: May 14, 2019.
Visiting the dentist for cleanings, checkups and needed dental work is one of the pillars of dental health, along with daily hygiene and a nutritious diet. But an estimated 50% Read more -
How to Protect Your Child's Mouth from a Sports Injury
posted: May 04, 2019.
As spring weather heats up, so do a lot of outdoor sports like baseball or soccer. Unfortunately, the chances of sports-related injuries increase as well. Your child’s mouth in particular Read more -
Watch for these 4 Signs of Gum Disease
posted: Apr. 24, 2019.
Your smile may look healthy, but something quite unhealthy may be going on behind it. Unbeknownst to you, periodontal (gum) disease could even now be damaging tissues and bone that Read more -
Gum Disease Could be Affecting More Than Just Your Mouth
posted: Apr. 14, 2019.
Periodontal (gum) disease can weaken gum attachment and cause bone deterioration that eventually leads to tooth loss. But its detrimental effects can also extend beyond the mouth and worsen other Read more -
Worried about Your Child's School Snack Choices? Here's What You Can Do
posted: Apr. 04, 2019.
If you’re committed to providing your family nutritional, low-sugar snacks, you’re not only helping their physical well-being but their dental health too. If you have school-age children, though, you might Read more