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There's More We Can Do About Tooth Decay Besides "Drill and Fill"
updated: Nov. 29, 2021
Until recently, the standard treatment for tooth decay remained essentially the same for nearly a century: Remove any decayed structure, then prepare and fill the cavity. But that singular Read more -
Addressing These Factors Helps Ensure a Satisfying Experience With Implants
updated: Nov. 19, 2021
Patients and dentists alike love dental implants. For one, they're unique among other dental restorations because they replace the tooth root as well as the visible crown. It's actually Read more -
See Your Dentist If You Notice Any of These 3 Problem Signs
updated: Nov. 09, 2021
Although there are several potential problems people could encounter involving their teeth, gums or mouth, most fall into three basic categories. That's the finding of a recent survey conducted Read more -
Buffalo Bills' Stefon Diggs Knows There's Never a Bad Place to Floss
updated: Oct. 30, 2021
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs wrapped up the NFL regular season in January, setting single-season records in both catches and receiving yards. The Bills handily beat the Miami Read more -
A Healthy Diet Is an Important Part of Your Dental Disease Prevention Plan
updated: Oct. 20, 2021
If you think brushing and flossing and regular dental visits are all you need to do to avoid dental disease, you're missing a key component in your prevention plan. Read more -
Here Is What You Can Do to Help Your Kids Snack Healthier at School
updated: Oct. 10, 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 -
Here's What's in Your Toothpaste for Keeping Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
updated: Sep. 30, 2021
We're all interested in how our toothpaste tastes, how it freshens breath or how it brightens teeth. But those are secondary to its most important function, which is how Read more -
Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You
updated: Sep. 20, 2021
Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Read more -
4 Great Ways to Improve Your Smile
updated: Sep. 10, 2021
Self-improvement is an estimated $10 billion annual market—smartphone apps, one-on-one coaching and, of course, books that instruct and inspire people on everything from selling yourself to increasing your self-esteem. Read more -
Saving Primary Teeth From Decay Is Totally Worth It - Here's How
updated: Aug. 31, 2021
The few teeth your one or two year old has will eventually fall out in a few years—so, why be concerned about tooth decay this early? Actually, you should: Read more -
Correcting a Poor Bite With Braces - a True Wonder
updated: Aug. 21, 2021
Braces are so common that we often view them as "ho-hum." But there are aspects about braces that make them remarkable. For one, the fact that we can move Read more -
After a Devastating Injury, Prompt Action Saved Singer Carly Pearce's Smile
updated: Aug. 11, 2021
Performing for an awards show is a quite a feather in an entertainer's cap. So, up-and-coming country music star Carly Pearce was obviously excited when she gained a slot Read more -
What You Can Do To Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
updated: Aug. 01, 2021
So, when should you begin taking measures to prevent tooth decay in your child's teeth? When their teeth first begin to show? When all of their primary (baby) teeth Read more -
Take These Immediate Actions to Save a Knocked-Out Tooth
updated: Jul. 22, 2021
Accidents do happen, especially if you or a family member has an active lifestyle. One such risk, especially for someone playing a contact sport, is having a tooth knocked Read more -
A Better Version of a Denture or Bridge With Dental Implants
updated: Jul. 12, 2021
A wise sage once said the largest room in the world is the "room for improvement." Indeed, many modern advances would never have happened if someone hadn't first asked, Read more -
The Disappearing Tooth Gap - Michael Strahan Pulls an Epic April Fool's Prank
updated: Jul. 02, 2021
If you're a fan of former NFL player and current host of Good Morning America Michael Strahan, then you're well aware of his unique smile feature—a noticeable gap between Read more