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4 Areas Deserving Attention as You Protect Your Teeth for a Lifetime
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 26, 2020.
Thousands of years ago, our ancestors could only expect to live between 30 and 40 years. But steady improvements in lifestyle and medical care have increased human life expectancy
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New Recommendations Make Water Fluoridation Safer Than Ever
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 16, 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
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Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 06, 2020.
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they're still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we're given occasional glimpses
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4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 27, 2020.
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in
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How to Care for Your Child's Valuable Primary Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 17, 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
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Preventing Gum Disease Could Help More Than Your Teeth and Gums
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 07, 2020.
The top cause for adult tooth loss isn't decay or trauma—it's periodontal (gum) disease. The disease may begin with the gums, but it can ultimately damage underlying bone enough
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Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 27, 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
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Improve Your Smile With These Dental Enhancements
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 17, 2020.
In case you missed it, September is Self-Improvement Month. Don't fret if you weren't aware—we're not sure how the ninth month acquired this celebration of positive human development either.
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Want to Improve Your Athletic Performance? Try Tuning Up Your Dental Care
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 07, 2020.
After a long hiatus, school athletes are gearing up for another sports year. Given the pandemic, they may be modifying some of their usual habits and practices. But one
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Here's the Scoop on Your Upcoming Root Canal
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 28, 2020.
You might be a bit apprehensive if your dentist recommends a root canal treatment, especially if it's your first. That's understandable: Popular culture has portrayed the root canal as
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The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 18, 2020.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu,
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Take These Steps to Alleviate Chronic Dry Mouth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 08, 2020.
You might be noticing some changes as you get older: You're getting winded easier and you're wondering why book or magazine print has suddenly shrunk (it didn't). Perhaps you've
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Some Simple Cosmetic Techniques Could Help Your Smile Age Gracefully
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 29, 2020.
We all want to look young and vibrant, or at least “age gracefully.” If you're seeking to reduce the visible effects of aging for a more youthful appearance, be
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Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 19, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress
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Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 09, 2020.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both
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Getting Implants Can Be a Long Process - But Worth it
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 29, 2020.
Dental implants aren't simply prosthetic teeth, but rather an innovative system that restores both smile appearance and dental function. And while an implant can indeed replace a single tooth,
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