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Here's How to Cut Through All the Choices to Find Your Right Toothbrush
posted: Dec. 16, 2019.
Henry Ford famously said a customer could have any color they wanted on their Model T “as long as it was black.” Those days are over—today’s cars and trucks Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Dec. 06, 2019.
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 moreCategory: Oral Health -
Having Diabetes Could Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 26, 2019.
Currently, one-third of Americans are either diabetic or have prediabetic symptoms. Caused by an imbalance in blood sugar levels, diabetes can complicate and increase the risk for other inflammatory Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Seek Coordinated Treatment If You Have Both TMD and Fibromyalgia
posted: Nov. 16, 2019.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that produces widespread pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. The pain, muscle spasms and tingling it causes can disrupt sleep, alter moods Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Teens May Need a Temporary Restoration for Missing Teeth
posted: Nov. 06, 2019.
While not as prevalent as adults, teenagers can have missing teeth, usually from injury or from never having been formed. Fortunately, life-like dental implants can replace missing teeth. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Oct. 27, 2019.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Reasons Why Correcting a Poor Bite Is Worthwhile at Any Age
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.
October is National Orthodontic Health Month, and the more than 18,000 members of the American Association of Orthodontists want you to know the importance of a good bite. Correcting Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
That Scalded Feeling Isn't in Your Head - It Could Be Burning Mouth Syndrome
posted: Oct. 07, 2019.
Most of us have encountered something hot that’s burned or scalded the inside of our mouth—not a pleasant feeling. But what if you have a similar burning sensation without Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Improving Hygiene Skills Maximizes Removal of Disease-Causing Plaque
posted: Sep. 27, 2019.
Your mouth is teeming with bacteria—millions of them. But don't be alarmed: Most are benign or even beneficial. There are, however, some bacteria that cause tooth decay or periodontal Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Sep. 17, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Let Gum Disease Cut Short Your Implant's Service Life
posted: Sep. 07, 2019.
Among dental restorations, implants are the closest prosthetic we have to real teeth. They not only replace the visible crown, but the titanium post imbedded in the jawbone adequately Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Serious Health Conditions That Gum Disease Might Make Worse
posted: Aug. 28, 2019.
A disease happening in one part of your body doesn’t necessarily stay there. Even a localized infection could eventually affect your general health. Periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Look for These Basics When Buying Your Next Toothbrush
posted: Aug. 18, 2019.
When you’re buying a tool or appliance, you compare brands for the best quality you can afford. There’s another important item that deserves the same level of scrutiny: your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Jason Derulo's Ideal Match
posted: Aug. 08, 2019.
When the multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter and TV personality Jason Derulo was recently asked about his ideal woman, his answer covered a remarkably broad spectrum. "There’s no specific thing," Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Cleft Birth Defect Can Be Heartbreaking - but There Is Hope
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.
Every year, thousands of children are born with a cleft palate, cleft lip or a combination of both. The advocacy group AmeriFace promotes the month of July as National Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Not So Fast Replacing That Tooth - Consider Saving it First
posted: Jul. 19, 2019.
Dental implants have soared in popularity thanks to their life-likeness, functionality and durability. But these prized qualities have also created an ironic downside—people are much more likely to replace Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures
