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No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: Jul. 22, 2018.

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 more
Category: Oral Health
Need an Effective but Affordable Tooth Replacement? Look at a Flexible RPD
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.

People with missing teeth have more replacement options than ever before, including the ever popular but often more expensive dental implant. But there has also been an expansion of Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Don't Fear the Root Canal - it Could Save Your Tooth
posted: Jul. 01, 2018.

Many people consider a root canal treatment to be potentially an unpleasant experience. You might even feel a few butterflies fluttering in your stomach if we were to recommend Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
What You Can Do to Support Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Jun. 21, 2018.

Your child’s teeth and gum development is truly a wonder. In just a little more than two decades they’ll gain and lose one set of teeth, while the subsequent Read more
Category: Oral Health
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
posted: Jun. 11, 2018.

The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Read more
Category: Oral Health
New Materials Add Strength to Veneers' Beautiful Life-Likeness
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.

With exciting innovations in cosmetic dentistry over the last few decades, we can now transform nearly any unattractive smile. One of the best and most cost-effective of these is Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Take Extra Dental Care Precautions While Undergoing Orthodontic Therapy
posted: May 22, 2018.

A “perfect storm” of dental disease could be brewing for your teenager undergoing orthodontic treatment. As braces or other appliances complicate hygiene efforts, newly erupted permanent teeth and changing Read more
Category: Oral Health
Implant-Supported Dentures Could Contribute to Better Bone Health
posted: May 12, 2018.

For generations, dentures have helped people avoid the dire consequences of total teeth loss. Now, implant technology is making them even better. Composed of life-like prosthetic teeth fixed within a Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: May 02, 2018.

On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read more
Category: Oral Health
Protect Your Smile - National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 22, 2018.

Dental injuries result in thousands of visits to the emergency room every year, and many of these injuries occur while engaging in sports and recreational activities. Whether playing on Read more
Category: Oral Health
3 Things You Need to Know about Easing Anxiety Over Dental Visits
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.

Although dental visits are routine for most people, it’s a different experience for a few. About one in ten adults have high anxiety or fear of going to the Read more
Category: Oral Health
Baseball, Tobacco and Oral Cancer
posted: Mar. 28, 2018.

Spring means different things to different people—but to baseball fans, it means just one thing: the start of another thrilling season. All 30 Major League Baseball teams begin play Read more
Category: Oral Health
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Mar. 13, 2018.

When is the best time to floss your teeth: Morning? Bedtime? How about: whenever and wherever the moment feels right? For Cam Newton, award-winning NFL quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, Read more
Category: Oral Health
Periodontal Probing Increases Accuracy in Diagnosing Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 26, 2018.

If you’re over age 30 there’s a fifty percent chance you have periodontal (gum) disease—and you may not even know it. Without treatment this often “silent” bacterial infection could Read more
Category: Oral Health
Why a Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
posted: Feb. 18, 2018.

A lot of time and effort goes into straightening your smile. But there’s a possibility it might not stay that way—and all that hard work could be lost. The Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
A "No-Prep" Veneer Could Eliminate the Need to Remove Tooth Enamel
posted: Feb. 03, 2018.

Porcelain veneers are one of the best ways to transform your teeth’s appearance with only a small amount of tooth preparation. But even that small amount could leave a Read more
Category: Dental Procedures

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