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DIY Orthodontics is a Recipe for Dental Disaster
posted: Aug. 02, 2020.
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) is a deeply held American trait for building, renovating or repairing things without the services of a professional. The Internet has only made this tradition easier: There Read more -
Enjoy Your Ice Cream - But Just a Little for Your Dental Health's Sake
posted: Jul. 23, 2020.
If you love ice cream, then you'll get a kick out of this: Your favorite treat has its own month. That's right, July is National Ice Cream Month, when Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
posted: Jul. 13, 2020.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read more -
Interceptive Orthodontics: Stopping Poor Bites Before They Develop
posted: Jul. 03, 2020.
Approximately 4 million tweens and teens are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment for a poor bite (malocclusion) that can cost their families thousands of dollars in braces or clear aligners. Read more -
Prevention and Early Detection of Root Cavities Could Save a Tooth
posted: Jun. 23, 2020.
Tooth decay is one of two dental diseases most responsible for tooth loss (gum disease being the other). In the absence of treatment, what starts as a hole or Read more -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Jun. 13, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Jun. 03, 2020.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more -
Reducing Your Child's Dental Anxiety Now Could Benefit Them for a Lifetime
posted: May 24, 2020.
If you're a parent, raising kids can be a great adventure. It can also rev up your stress meter in a heartbeat. One area in particular can give you Read more -
4 Things You Should Do - or Not Do - to Maintain Your Oral Appliance
posted: May 14, 2020.
Millions of people wear some form of removable oral appliance. The range is pretty extensive, from orthodontic clear aligners and retainers to full or partial dentures. But while they Read more -
3 Surprising Things You Should Be Doing to Improve Your Dental Health
posted: May 04, 2020.
You already know the basics for healthy and attractive teeth and gums: brush and floss every day; and have your teeth cleaned and checked by a dentist every six Read more -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
posted: Apr. 24, 2020.
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 more -
Concerning Your Oral Health, Vaping Isn't a Safe Alternative to Smoking
posted: Apr. 14, 2020.
The first week of April is National Public Health Week, putting the spotlight on health issues that impact us all. The popular practice of vaping is one of those Read more -
Removing One or More Teeth Could Improve Orthodontic Outcomes
posted: Apr. 04, 2020.
Moving teeth through orthodontics may involve more than simply wearing braces. There are many bite conditions that require extra measures before, during or after traditional orthodontic treatment to improve Read more -
3 Reasons for Why It's a Smart Move to Invest in Dental Implants
posted: Mar. 25, 2020.
When it comes to replacing a missing tooth, you have several options, including a removable partial denture or a fixed bridge. But the premier choice is “the new kid Read more -
What's That on Your Teeth, Nick Jonas? How to Avoid a Similar Smile Oops
posted: Mar. 15, 2020.
Think no one is looking at your smile when you’re out in public? Nick Jonas’ recent experience might convince you otherwise. While the Jonas Brothers were performing during the Read more -
You may need a Periodontist to Fully Treat Your Gum Disease
posted: Mar. 05, 2020.
In the fight against dental disease and other conditions your general dentist is your first line of defense for prevention strategies and treatment. Sometimes, however, your condition may require Read more