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Limiting Refined Sugar in Your Diet can Reduce Risk of Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 18, 2018.
“Cut down on sweets, especially between meals” is perhaps one of the least popular words of advice we dentists regularly give. We’re not trying to be killjoys, but the Read more -
Topical Fluoride Could Further Lower Tooth Decay Risk in Children
posted: Jul. 08, 2018.
Since the discovery a century ago of its beneficial effect on tooth enamel, fluoride has become an important part of tooth decay prevention. It's routinely added to toothpaste and Read more -
3 Ways to Reduce the Bacteria in Your Mouth that Cause Tooth Decay
posted: Jun. 28, 2018.
Tooth decay doesn’t suddenly appear out of the blue. Cavities and other damage are the result of a long process that begins with bacteria living in a thin biofilm Read more -
Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening
posted: Jun. 18, 2018.
Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates knows how important it is to present your best face to the world — and one of the most important features of that face Read more -
3 Advantages for Improving Your Smile with Composite Resins
posted: Jun. 08, 2018.
Are you embarrassed by your front teeth? Maybe it’s just moderate defects—a chipped tooth here, an irregularly shaped tooth there—but it’s enough to make you less confident to smile. There Read more -
Erosion and Other Problems may be Signs of Bulimia
posted: May 29, 2018.
The mouth isn’t an island unto itself — problems there may be indicative of deeper physical or emotional issues. Â The condition of a family member’s teeth and gums, for Read more -
Tooth Loss: A Health Risk for Older Adults
posted: May 19, 2018.
Tooth loss is a problem that affects many seniors—and since May is Older Americans Month, this is a good time to talk about it. Did you know that more Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: May 09, 2018.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more -
Techniques for Keeping Impacted Canine Teeth from Spoiling Your Smile
posted: Apr. 29, 2018.
Although usually an orderly process, some permanent teeth don't come in as they should. In fact, they may not come in at all and remain hidden in the gum Read more -
FAQ: Dental Care During Pregnancy
posted: Apr. 19, 2018.
Pregnancy is a very special and exciting time for expectant women and their families. At this time, many moms-to-be make careful choices to try and do what’s best for Read more -
How to Get the Most from Your Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Apr. 09, 2018.
Twice a year dental cleanings are an important aspect of optimal oral health. But if you’re not brushing and flossing every day, your dental visits could change from regular Read more -
Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
posted: Apr. 01, 2018.
Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned Read more -
Don't Neglect Office Cleanings with Dental Implants
posted: Mar. 17, 2018.
Semi-annual office cleanings are important for keeping teeth healthy and disease-free. If you’ve replaced some of your teeth with dental implants, though, you may be thinking they don’t need Read more -
Baseball, Tobacco and Oral Cancer
posted: Mar. 02, 2018.
Spring means different things to different people—but to baseball fans, it means just one thing: the start of another thrilling season. All 30 Major League Baseball teams begin play Read more -
Screw or Cement: Which is Best for Attaching Your Implant Crown?
posted: Feb. 15, 2018.
If you’re in the initial planning stages for a dental implant, you may already be encountering a number of options to consider. One that may come up is how Read more -
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: Jan. 31, 2018.
Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits Read more