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Diabetes and Oral Health: True or False?
posted: Nov. 30, 2018.
November is National Diabetes Month—a time to focus on a disease that affects more than 400 million people around the world. What does diabetes have to do with oral Read more -
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
posted: Nov. 20, 2018.
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read more -
3 Questions You Should Ask before Undergoing Teeth Whitening
posted: Nov. 10, 2018.
There are a number of teeth whitening options to put the brightness back into your smile — from professional dentist office applications to over-the-counter products for home use. But Read more -
How to Clean Your Oral Appliance
posted: Oct. 31, 2018.
Question: What oral health issue do teenagers who wear orthodontic retainers and older folks who wear dentures have in common? Answer: Both need to pay particular attention to cleaning their Read more -
New Dental Advances Promise Better Outcomes for Treating Decay
posted: Oct. 21, 2018.
Over the last century effectively treating a decayed tooth has often required removing any decayed structure with drilling and then filling the remaining cavity. While this approach does save Read more -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Oct. 11, 2018.
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until Read more -
What You Should Know About a Home Teeth Whitening Kit
posted: Oct. 01, 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 -
Find out What Kind of Tooth Staining you Have Before Seeking a Solution
posted: Sep. 21, 2018.
Stained teeth can be embarrassing — so much so you may even hesitate to smile. Before you seek out a whitening solution, though, there are a few things you Read more -
Have Your Child's Chronic Mouth Breathing Checked to Avoid Bite Problems
posted: Sep. 11, 2018.
We breathe every moment of every day and we’re hardly aware of it most of the time. But if you take the time to focus, you’ll find two possible Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Sep. 01, 2018.
When is the best time to floss your teeth: Morning? Bedtime? How about: whenever and wherever the moment feels right? For Cam Newton, award-winning NFL quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, Read more -
Can't Afford Dental Implants? Consider Partial Dentures
posted: Aug. 22, 2018.
We’ve come a long way in our ability to restore missing teeth. Today’s top choice is dental implants, prized not only for their close resemblance to real teeth but Read more -
Advances in Porcelain Veneers Improve Both Strength and Appearance
posted: Aug. 12, 2018.
One of the best restorative options for slightly deformed, misaligned or stained teeth is a porcelain veneer. Composed of thin, laminated layers of dental material, the veneer is bonded Read more -
'Prepless' Veneers can Transform Your Smile Without Altering Your Teeth
posted: Aug. 02, 2018.
Porcelain veneers represent one of the best values in cosmetic dentistry, capable of radically changing a person’s smile with little tooth surface preparation. Still, the small amount of tooth Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Jul. 23, 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 -
What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
posted: Jul. 13, 2018.
Porcelain veneers are a great way to enhance an unattractive smile. But are they appropriate for teenagers? The answer usually depends on a patient’s current development stage and the Read more -
Follow These Common Sense Steps When Your Child has a Toothache
posted: Jul. 03, 2018.
A child's toothache is no fun for either the child or the parent. But if you're faced with this situation, don't panic — unless they have a fever or Read more