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5 Signs Your Child May Be Developing a Poor Bite
posted: Nov. 25, 2021.
A Malocclusion—better known as a poor bite—can have far-ranging consequences that could follow a child into adulthood. Bite abnormalities make it more difficult to chew and digest food. And, Read more -
Diabetes Could Impact Your Oral Health
posted: Nov. 15, 2021.
More than 1 in 10 Americans has some form of diabetes. This metabolic condition disrupts the body's regulation of glucose in the bloodstream, giving rise to health problems like Read more -
How George Clooney Made Over His Smile and How You Can Too
posted: Nov. 05, 2021.
Since his breakout role as Dr. Doug Ross in the 90's TV drama ER, George Clooney has enjoyed a blockbuster career as an award-winning actor, director and producer. He's Read more -
Here Is What You Can Do to Help Your Kids Snack Healthier at School
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
In addition to daily oral hygiene and regular dental visits, a tooth-friendly diet can boost your kid's dental health and development. You can help by setting high standards for Read more -
Head Off a Crossbite at the Pass With This Orthodontic Appliance
posted: Oct. 16, 2021.
At what age should you begin treating a poor bite? Many might say with braces around late childhood or early adolescence. But some bite problems could be addressed earlier—with Read more -
We're Improving Our Effectiveness in Treating Tooth Decay
posted: Oct. 06, 2021.
For several decades, dentists have been saving teeth from tooth decay following a few basic guidelines: 1) Identify decay as soon as possible; 2) Thoroughly remove decayed tooth structure; Read more -
As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
posted: Sep. 26, 2021.
The NBA's reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo may seem unstoppable, but he proved no match for a troubled tooth. Antetokounmpo, the self-proclaimed “Greek Freak,” missed one of the final three Read more -
Take Care of Your Gums - And Your Gums Will Take Care of Your Teeth!
posted: Sep. 16, 2021.
Even masterpiece paintings need an appropriate frame. Likewise, our gums help bring out our teeth's beauty. But gums are more than enhancements for our smile appearance—they're also critical to good Read more -
This Two-Part Approach Could Save Your Child's Teeth From Tooth Decay
posted: Sep. 06, 2021.
Your child's dental development is in overdrive between birth and early adulthood. The rapid growth of the teeth, gums and jaws occurs mostly on its own—but tooth decay could Read more -
Which Implant Crown Attachment Method is Best for You?
posted: Aug. 27, 2021.
If you've decided on a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, you've made a great choice. Implants are a big favorite of both dentists and patients, not only Read more -
Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read more -
3 Dental Problems That Could Be Causing Excessive Dental Wear
posted: Aug. 07, 2021.
If you do the right things—keep your teeth clean, see the dentist regularly, and eat a "tooth-friendly" diet—you stand a good chance of having healthy teeth and gums later Read more -
Take Care of Your Teeth and Gums Even While Camping
posted: Jul. 28, 2021.
July is Park and Recreation Month, a great time to pack up the tent, bed roll and camp stove and head for your nearest state or national park. Just Read more -
Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
posted: Jul. 18, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little Read more -
What Chrissy Teigen's Inauguration Night Cap Mishap Could Mean For You
posted: Jul. 08, 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 more -
Sedation Can Help an Anxious Child Relax During Dental Treatment
posted: Jun. 28, 2021.
There are different ways to ease a child's potential nervousness with dental visits, like starting those visits around their first birthday or seeing a pediatric dentist who specializes in Read more