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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 -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Aug. 26, 2020.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was Read more -
4 Areas We May Check During Your Older Loved One's Regular Dental Visit
posted: Aug. 16, 2020.
While some aspects of regular dental visits are much the same for everyone, they can be more involved for an older adult. That’s because people later in life face Read more -
Floss First or Brush First? You Be the Judge
posted: Aug. 06, 2020.
Brushing and flossing are two of the best things you can do to fight dental disease and maintain healthy teeth and gums. Or is it flossing and brushing? What we Read more -
A Bird's-Eye View of Tooth Replacement
posted: Jul. 27, 2020.
Imagine not having your upper teeth for talking and eating, not to mention your appearance, and you’ll have some idea of what Beauty the bald eagle experienced after losing Read more -
Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
posted: Jul. 17, 2020.
Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of Read more -
Exciting New Discovery Could Help in the Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance
posted: Jul. 07, 2020.
Like the rest of healthcare, antibiotics have transformed dentistry. Advanced oral infections that once eluded successful treatment are routinely stopped with the use of these “wonder drugs.” But their Read more -
Tooth Pain? Here Are Some Possible Causes
posted: Jun. 27, 2020.
“My tooth hurts…or maybe more than one. Or, it might be my gums.” If you're having trouble describing the pain in your mouth, don't feel bad. Although our body's pain Read more -
Whether Before or After Your Wedding Day, It's Always a Good Time to Enhance Your Smile
posted: Jun. 17, 2020.
Like thousands of other June brides and grooms, your big lifetime moment has finally arrived: your wedding day! It's been a flurry of activity over the last few months Read more -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Jun. 07, 2020.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read more -
3 Surprising Things You Should Be Doing to Improve Your Dental Health
posted: May 28, 2020.
You already know the basics for healthy and attractive teeth and gums: brush and floss every day; and have your teeth cleaned and checked by a dentist every six Read more -
Life-like Dental Porcelain Helps Restore Smiles Marred by Unattractive Teeth
posted: May 18, 2020.
With its life-like color and texture, dental porcelain can restore a smile marred by decayed or damaged teeth. This durable ceramic material not only matches the varieties of individual Read more -
3 Things You Should Do to Protect Your Teeth Later in Life
posted: May 08, 2020.
Entering your “sunset” years doesn't mean you're washed up—you still have a lot to offer the world. That's why the theme for this May's Older Americans Month (sponsored by Read more -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Apr. 28, 2020.
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read more