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Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Feb. 02, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read more -
Hoping to Show Your Smile Again in 2021? Be Sure You're Ready
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
As part of the fight against COVID-19, many of us have been wearing some form of face mask in public for most of 2020. While it's intended for good, Read more -
This Odd Tongue Condition Isn't Something To Fret Over
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
If you're intrigued by the strange and bizarre, here's one to pique your interest: geographic tongue. It's a rare condition that causes the appearance of red patches on the Read more -
Keep a Lid on Sugar This Holiday for Healthier Teeth and Gums
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
During this time of year, many of us dust off traditional family recipes and make our favorite holiday treats. There is, however, a small price to pay for all Read more -
Supermodel Ashley Graham's Unpleasant Dental Encounter With a Frozen Cookie
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
Ashley Graham has a beautiful and valuable smile—an important asset to her bustling career as a plus-size model and television host. But she recently revealed on Instagram a “confrontation” Read more -
Your Food's Micronutrients Make a Difference in Your Dental Health
posted: Dec. 14, 2020.
When you were a kid, a plate of green beans or carrots probably seemed less appealing than a handful of cookies or a bowl of ice cream. Mom or Read more -
New Recommendations Make Water Fluoridation Safer Than Ever
posted: Dec. 04, 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 Read more -
Get Control of Dry Mouth to Protect Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
As your mother used to say, “A moist mouth is a healthy mouth.” Well, maybe she didn't — but it's still true. Without the constant flow of saliva, your Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more -
Act Quickly With a Knocked Out Tooth to Ensure Its Long-Term Survival
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
We Americans love our sports, whether as participants or spectators. But there's also a downside to contact sports like soccer, football or basketball: a higher risk of injury, particularly Read more -
Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
It's normal for people to breathe through their nose. And for good reason: Nasal breathing filters contaminants, warms and humidifies incoming air, and helps generate beneficial nitric oxide. Chronic Read more -
Transform 'Smile Zone' Teeth With Composite Resins
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
As far as your appearance goes, the most important teeth you have are those in the “smile zone.” These are the teeth most visible when you smile—and the ones Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read more -
Studies Show Vaping May Not Be Safer for Oral Health Than Tobacco
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
There's ample evidence tobacco smoking increases your risk for tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But the same may be true for electronic cigarettes (E-cigs): Although millions have turned Read more -
A Shingles Outbreak Could Interrupt Your Dental Care
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
A shingles outbreak can be painful and embarrassing. It could also interfere with many areas of your life—including your dental care. Known medically as herpes zoster, shingles is a viral Read more -
The Day After Labor Day: Renew Your Focus on Your Family's Oral Health
posted: Sep. 05, 2020.
Officially, Labor Day honors the contributions of America's working men and women. Unofficially, the long holiday weekend in early September marks the end of the laid-back summer season. The Read more