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The Causes of Chronic Jaw Pain Might Be Similar To Fibromyalgia
updated: Mar. 24, 2021
Chronic joint pain (temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD) in and of itself can make life miserable. But TMD may not be the only debilitating condition you're contending with—it's quite Read more -
Here's Why Gum Disease Could Be Lurking in Your Mouth Even Now
updated: Mar. 14, 2021
If you think periodontal (gum) disease is something that only happens to the other guy (or gal), you might want to reconsider. Roughly half of adults over age 30—and Read more -
You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
updated: Mar. 04, 2021
The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II Read more -
How You Can Help Your Smile Stay Attractive as You Get Older
updated: Feb. 22, 2021
We can't stop getting older or completely avoid many of the consequences that come with aging. Even so, there are things we can do to age more gracefully. That includes Read more -
A Winter Pick-Me-Up, Dental-Style
updated: Feb. 12, 2021
Now that the holidays are behind us and spring is ahead of us, winter doldrums may be setting in. If you are feeling a little blah, it might be Read more -
Although Rare, This Condition Could Destroy a Tooth
updated: Feb. 02, 2021
Most dental problems are caused by tooth decay or periodontal (gum) disease, easily preventable with dedicated daily hygiene and regular dental care. But there are a few other rare Read more -
What's That on Your Teeth, Nick Jonas? How to Avoid a Similar Smile Oops
updated: Jan. 23, 2021
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 -
3 Reasons For Preserving a Decayed Baby Tooth
updated: Jan. 13, 2021
Tooth decay can be a big problem for children's primary (baby) teeth. It doesn't take long for a tooth to become infected and the infection spread to their neighbors. But Read more -
Hockey Season Is Upon Us - Is Your Star Athlete Ready With Mouth Protection?
updated: Jan. 03, 2021
The New Year: Time to put away those holiday decorations, collect tax records and—if you're a pro hockey player—get chummy with your dentist. That's right! After a disrupted 2020 Read more -
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
updated: Dec. 24, 2020
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should Read more -
Kevin Bacon's Mango-Slicing Trick and Other Ways to Rid Food Between Your Teeth
updated: Dec. 14, 2020
During the COVID-19 quarantines, stir-crazy celebrities have been creating some “unique” home videos—like Madonna singing about fried fish to the tune of “Vogue” in her bathroom or Cardi B Read more -
Your Food's Micronutrients Make a Difference in Your Dental Health
updated: Dec. 04, 2020
When you were a kid, a plate of green beans or carrots probably seemed less appealing than a handful of cookies or a bowl of ice cream. Mom or Read more -
How to Care for Your Child's Valuable Primary Teeth
updated: Nov. 24, 2020
Infancy is perhaps the only time in a person's life where a smile with just a few tiny teeth is still endearing. More will come—and then each will gradually Read more -
New Recommendations Make Water Fluoridation Safer Than Ever
updated: Nov. 14, 2020
For over half a century now, community water systems have been adding fluoride to drinking water to help reduce the risk of tooth decay. Numerous long-term studies have demonstrated Read more -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
updated: Nov. 04, 2020
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read more -
4 Ways You Can Better Manage Dental Care for a Child with Down Syndrome
updated: Oct. 25, 2020
Madeline Stuart, acclaimed fashion model; Chris Burke, successful actor; Collette Divitto, founder of Collettey's Cookies. Each of them is accomplished in their own right—and each has Down syndrome. In Read more