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Get Ahead of Teeth Grinding to Avoid Harm to Your Teeth
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
We like to think we're more prone to stress in our modern, fast-paced world than those who lived in "simpler" times, but a finding from the recent discovery of Read more -
Stop Tooth Decay Before It Derails Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Oct. 17, 2021.
From birth to early adulthood, your child's teeth, gums and jaws develop at a rapid pace. And, for the most part, nature takes its course without our help. But tooth Read more -
You Need to Act Fast to Save a Loose Tooth
posted: Sep. 27, 2021.
Some things in life are almost guaranteed to make you go, "Uh, oh"—your car won't start, your a/c goes out, or, worse yet, you get an unexpected letter from Read more -
Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
posted: Jul. 29, 2021.
Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read more -
Refined Sugar Could Be Harming More Than Your Teeth
posted: Jun. 19, 2021.
You've probably heard your dentist say more than once to cut back on sweets. That's good advice not only for keeping your teeth healthy, but your whole body as Read more -
What We Can Learn From Those With Chronic Jaw Pain and Discomfort
posted: Jun. 09, 2021.
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic jaw problems. These conditions cause recurring pain for 10 to 30 million Americans, especially women of Read more -
What To Do About White Spots on Teeth After Wearing Braces
posted: May 30, 2021.
The big day finally arrives when your braces come off. And there it is—your new, beautiful, straight smile! But on closer inspection you notice something else: tiny white spots Read more -
See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
posted: Mar. 31, 2021.
Unless you're 6 years old and on speed dial with the Tooth Fairy, a loose tooth isn't a good feeling. It's also a sign something is wrong in your Read more -
A New Dental Pain Management Approach Reduces the Need for Narcotics
posted: Mar. 21, 2021.
Narcotics have long played an important role in easing severe pain caused by disease, trauma or treatment. Healthcare professionals, including dentists, continue to prescribe them as a matter of Read more -
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Tooth Enamel
posted: Mar. 11, 2021.
Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and for good reason—it's your teeth's first line of defense against wearing and harmful oral bacteria. But although enamel can Read more -
What You Can Do About Bad Breath (Unless You're a Famous Actress Pranking Your Co-Star)
posted: Mar. 01, 2021.
Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence is a highly paid actress, Oscar winner, successful producer and…merry prankster. She's the latter, at least with co-star Liam Hemsworth: It seems Lawrence deliberately ate Read more -
It's Time to Show Your Gums Some Love
posted: Feb. 19, 2021.
February is Gum Disease Awareness Month, and we heartily agree that gums deserve their own month of special recognition. After all, they play an essential role keeping teeth securely Read more -
Don't Avoid Dental Care While You're Pregnant
posted: Feb. 09, 2021.
Learning you're pregnant can change your life in a heartbeat—or now two. Suddenly, what was important to you just seconds before the news takes a back seat to the Read more -
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
posted: Dec. 31, 2020.
Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Dec. 10, 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 -
A Mild NSAID May Be All You Need To Manage Discomfort After Dental Work
posted: Nov. 30, 2020.
Undergoing dental work is for the most part a pain-free affair. But once you're home and the anesthetic begins to wear off, you may have some discomfort. Fortunately, most post-procedure Read more
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