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Wisdom Teeth Warrant Close Watch to Avoid Future Health Issues
updated: Dec. 15, 2018
As permanent teeth gradually replace primary (“baby”) teeth, most will come in by early adolescence. But the back third molars—the wisdom teeth—are often the last to the party, usually Read more -
Bitewing X-Rays Safely 'Reveal all' About Back Teeth to Prevent Tooth Decay
updated: Dec. 05, 2018
Modern dental care wouldn’t be the same without x-rays. Since dentists began capturing x-ray images a century ago to detect beginning tooth decay, billions of teeth have been preserved. “Catching Read more -
Be Wary When Considering Botox Treatment for TMD
updated: Nov. 25, 2018
If you’ve suffered from problems with your jaw joints, known collectively as temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), then you know how uncomfortable and painful they can be. You may also have Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
updated: Nov. 15, 2018
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read more -
Moderate Your Child's Juice Drinking to Lower Tooth Decay Risk
updated: Nov. 05, 2018
Along with daily brushing and flossing, limiting your child’s sugar consumption is an important way to prevent tooth decay. We all know the usual suspects: candy, sugar-added snacks and Read more -
Early Orthodontic Treatment Could Lessen Severity of Certain Bite Problems
updated: Oct. 26, 2018
You’ve been concerned for some time about your child’s bite, so you’ve visited an orthodontist for an evaluation. Even though your child is quite young and still with primary Read more -
No Need to Fret Over Implant Surgery
updated: Oct. 16, 2018
Are you interested in dental implants but a little hesitant about the surgery? Don’t be—this procedure to imbed an implant’s titanium post in the jawbone is relatively minor with Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
updated: Oct. 06, 2018
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more -
Lasers Could One Day be Commonplace for Treating Gum Disease
updated: Sep. 26, 2018
There are a variety of methods for treating periodontal (gum) disease depending on its severity — from routine office cleanings to periodontal surgery. But the goal behind all of Read more -
We can Build up Lost Bone Before Your Implant
updated: Sep. 16, 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 more -
What You Should Know About a Home Teeth Whitening Kit
updated: Sep. 06, 2018
A relatively easy and inexpensive way to improve your smile is to whiten your teeth. In fact, you may even be able to do it yourself at home. Although Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
updated: Aug. 27, 2018
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Read more -
Veneers may Offer a Less Invasive Way to Transform Your Smile
updated: Aug. 17, 2018
If your smile is, to put it mildly, “unattractive,” you may think only extensive and expensive dental work can change it. But depending on your teeth’s actual condition, you Read more -
A Bonded Retainer Might Work for You after Orthodontic Treatment
updated: Aug. 07, 2018
If you want to keep that new smile after orthodontic treatment, you’ll need to wear a retainer for awhile. Teeth have a tendency to “rebound” to their old positions Read more -
Diabetes Doesn't Have to Stop You From Acquiring Dental Implants
updated: Jul. 28, 2018
One of the best and most successful tooth replacement choices available is the dental implant. No other restorative method is as similar in both form and function to a Read more -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
updated: Jul. 18, 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 more