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Keep an Eye on Your Family's Fluoride Intake
posted: Jun. 03, 2019.
Fluoride is a critical weapon in the war against tooth decay. But this natural chemical proven to strengthen tooth enamel has also aroused suspicion over the years that it Read more -
Have Teeth or Jaw Problems Checked Before Your Next Flight or Dive
posted: May 24, 2019.
Among the “to-do” items on your pre-dive checklist like “Pack wetsuit” or “Fill scuba tanks,” be sure to add one other: “Check my dental health status.” While that may seem Read more -
3 Things to Consider for Lowering Your Child's Risk for Cavities
posted: May 14, 2019.
From the moment your child's first tooth appears, usually between six and nine months, you need to be concerned about Early Childhood Caries (ECC). This particular form of tooth Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: May 04, 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 more -
Crowns can now be made In-Office with the CAD/CAM System
posted: Apr. 24, 2019.
The traditional way to restore a tooth with an artificial crown takes several weeks and multiple office visits: from tooth preparation and impression molding to crown production by a Read more -
3 Ways Your Dental Hygienist Improves Your Oral Health
posted: Apr. 14, 2019.
You may think an office cleaning is mainly cosmetic — giving your teeth that polished look and you that pleasant, “squeaky clean” feeling. But your dental hygienist is doing Read more -
Need an Effective but Affordable Tooth Replacement? Look at a Flexible RPD
posted: Apr. 04, 2019.
People with missing teeth have more replacement options than ever before, including the ever popular but often more expensive dental implant. But there has also been an expansion of Read more -
NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
posted: Mar. 25, 2019.
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Read more -
Cemented or Screwed: Which Implant Crown Attachment is Best for You?
posted: Mar. 15, 2019.
In the realm of restorative dentistry, dental implants are king. A dental implant can replace a tooth with a permanent, life-like restoration with a solid reputation for durability. Implants are Read more -
Legal or Not, Marijuana Poses a Health Risk to Your Gums
posted: Mar. 05, 2019.
Proponents of legalized marijuana have won phenomenal gains over the last decade. Despite the federal government's continuing criminalization of the drug, several states including California, Colorado and Massachusetts, have Read more -
A 4-Step Process for Achieving Your Highest Oral Health Possible
posted: Feb. 23, 2019.
You know the basics for a healthy mouth: daily oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. But there are other elements unique to you that also factor into your oral Read more -
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
posted: Feb. 13, 2019.
How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read more -
Replacing a Knocked-Out Tooth Quickly Increases its Survival Chances
posted: Feb. 03, 2019.
Mouth injuries in children and teens are more common than you might think: about one out of three boys and one out of four girls will have experienced an Read more -
Do You Need Antibiotics Before Having a Dental Procedure?
posted: Jan. 24, 2019.
Many people have questions about the proper use of antibiotics — especially today, as the overuse of these medications has become a concern. It isn’t necessary for most people Read more -
Mouthguards Reduce Risk of Concussion as well as Dental Injuries
posted: Jan. 14, 2019.
Since boxers first began using them a century ago, athletic mouthguards are now standard safety equipment for most contact sports. Without them, dental injuries would skyrocket. But a recent study Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Jan. 04, 2019.
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