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Practice Caution with Energy or Sports Drinks to Protect Your Enamel
updated: Nov. 17, 2018
Although energy and sports drinks have different purposes, they have one thing in common: they often contain added citric and other acids to improve taste and prolong shelf life. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
updated: Nov. 07, 2018
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 -
Did You Know? February Is National Children's Dental Health Month!
updated: Oct. 28, 2018
Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors a campaign called National Children’s Dental Health Month. The purpose of this operation is to raise awareness about how important it is Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Beyond Their Marketing Claims, Most Toothpastes are Surprisingly Similar
updated: Oct. 18, 2018
In your search for the right toothpaste, you’re inundated with dozens of choices, each promising whiter teeth, fresher breath or fewer cavities. Cutting through the various marketing claims, though, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don't Stress Over Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit Unless it Persists
updated: Oct. 08, 2018
Along with thumb sucking, childhood teeth grinding is one of the top concerns anxious parents bring to their dentists. It’s so prevalent, though, many providers consider it normal behavior—the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
updated: Sep. 28, 2018
Exchanging passionate kisses with big-screen star Jennifer Lawrence might sound like a dream come true. But according to Liam Hemsworth, her Hunger Games co-star, it could also be a Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Keep Up Good Dental Habits in College to Protect Your Teeth and Gums
updated: Sep. 18, 2018
Starting college is one of life’s biggest transition moments, the first time many young people can truly say they’re on their own. Their freshman year can be both exhilarating Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
We can Build up Lost Bone Before Your Implant
updated: Sep. 08, 2018
The “magic” behind a dental implant’s durability is the special affinity its imbedded titanium post has with bone. Over time bone grows and attaches to the titanium surface to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Eating Disorders May Contribute to Damaged Teeth and Gums
updated: Aug. 29, 2018
While most dental problems are caused by disease or trauma, sometimes the root problem is psychological. Such is the case with bulimia nervosa, an eating disorder that could contribute Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
updated: Aug. 19, 2018
Once upon a time, celebrities tried hard to maintain the appearance of red-carpet glamour at all times. That meant keeping the more mundane aspects of their lives out of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What to do if Your Child has a Toothache
updated: Aug. 09, 2018
When your child says they have a toothache, should you see your dentist? In most cases, the answer is yes. And for good reason: their “toothache” could be a sign Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Ready for Summer Camp? Be Sure to Pack a Toothbrush
updated: Jul. 30, 2018
Summer is the time for many children to experience the fun and freedom of sleepaway camp. Along with greater independence, camp brings increased responsibility for kids to take care Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Teenagers with Missing Teeth Usually Need a Temporary Restoration
updated: Jul. 20, 2018
Anyone at any age, including older children and teenagers, can lose or be born missing a permanent tooth. And while those missing teeth can be restored, replacing them in Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
updated: Jul. 10, 2018
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 -
Restore a Flawed Tooth in as Little as One Visit with Composite Resin
updated: Jun. 30, 2018
You have a winning smile except for one small flaw — one of your front teeth is chipped. In functional terms the defect is insignificant: your tooth is healthy Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Some Patients Might Need Antibiotics Before Routine Dental Work
updated: Jun. 20, 2018
Office cleanings and other minor procedures are a routine part of regular dental care. For some people, though, a routine visit could put them at slight risk for a Read moreCategory: Oral Health