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This One Cosmetic Method Could Improve a Multiple of Tooth Flaws
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
You could have an unattractive smile because of a chipped tooth or one slightly out of alignment. Or, it could be both of the above, plus some heavy staining
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Mamelons
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There
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What You Can Do To Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 11, 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
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Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day”
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Your 'Toothache' Might Actually be Unrelated to Your Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 01, 2021.
When you see your dentist about mouth pain, you expect to hear that it's a decayed or fractured tooth, or maybe a gum infection. But you might be surprised
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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Why are my gums shrinking?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several
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Russell Wilson's Funny Video Aside, Removing Wisdom Teeth is No Laughing Matter
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 22, 2021.
There are plenty of hilarious videos of groggy patients coming out of wisdom teeth surgery to keep you occupied for hours. While many of these have turned everyday people
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What are dental crowns?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement.
There are several
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3 Dental Problems That Could Be Causing Excessive Dental Wear
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 12, 2021.
If you do the right things—keep your teeth clean, see the dentist regularly, and eat a "tooth-friendly" diet—you stand a good chance of having healthy teeth and gums later
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How do I know if I need dentures?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
The choice to get dentures is a permanent decision so there are several important factors you should take into consideration. Many people have teeth that are not able to be
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Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Stay Ahead of Decay-Spreading Root Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 02, 2021.
Finding out you have a cavity isn't the best of news. But finding out it's a root cavity is even worse: if not treated, the decay can spread more
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Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They
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Talk With Your Dentist About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 23, 2021.
Dental implants are far and away the most “tooth-like” restoration available today for missing teeth. Not only do they look real, they also mimic dental anatomy in replacing the
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Carbs and Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
The Good News
Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work?
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