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You Don't Have to Live with a Gummy Smile. Here's How We Can Change it!
posted: Mar. 31, 2019.
A beautiful smile is a balanced smile, especially in regard to your gums. A normal smile usually shows 4 mm or less of gum tissue along with about 10 Read more -
Get Ahead of a Developing Cross-Bite with This Early Intervention Measure
posted: Mar. 21, 2019.
Applying braces or clear aligners to move misaligned teeth is only part of an orthodontist's overall mission to eliminate poor bites (malocclusions). Sometimes a malocclusion isn't caused by the Read more -
Charlize Theron Back in Action After Dental Surgery
posted: Mar. 11, 2019.
When they’re introducing a new movie, actors often take a moment to pay tribute to the people who helped make it happen — like, you know, their dentists. At Read more -
An Early Orthodontic Evaluation May Alert to Developing Bite Problems
posted: Mar. 01, 2019.
Lately, you’ve noticed your young child’s primary teeth don’t appear to be coming in straight. Is it a problem? The answer to that question is best answered by an early Read more -
Composite Resin Could Amp up Your Teeth's Attractiveness in Just One Visit
posted: Feb. 19, 2019.
It might not rise to the level of a miracle, but cosmetic dentistry can achieve some amazing outcomes with unattractive teeth. A skilled and experienced dentist can turn "ugly Read more -
Local Anesthesia Takes the Pain Out of Most Dental Work
posted: Feb. 09, 2019.
Long ago dental work could be painful and stressful—often for both patient and practitioner. Thankfully, that time is long past: today, most procedures are painless in large part due Read more -
2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
posted: Jan. 30, 2019.
Is a chipped tooth big news? It is if you’re Justin Bieber. When the pop singer recently posted a picture from the dental office to his instagram account, it Read more -
Porcelain Veneers Might not be the Best Option for Teenagers
posted: Jan. 20, 2019.
For chipped, stained, or slightly crooked teeth, dental veneers might be the ideal solution. These thin layers of porcelain bonded directly over the teeth with the perfect blend of Read more -
Crown Lengthening Might be Necessary for Seniors with Tooth Decay
posted: Jan. 10, 2019.
While tooth decay is a potential problem at any age, the risk increases as you grow older. Not only are senior adults more susceptible, decay is often more difficult Read more -
Stop Smoking to Reduce Your Risk of Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 31, 2018.
Your risk for periodontal (gum) disease increases if you’re not brushing or flossing effectively. You can also have a higher risk if you’ve inherited thinner gum tissues from your Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Dec. 21, 2018.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more -
Manage Your Osteoporosis Medication to Avoid Jawbone Problems
posted: Dec. 11, 2018.
Around 20 million people—mostly women after menopause—take medication to slow the progress of osteoporosis, a debilitating disease that weakens bones. But although effective, some osteoporosis drugs could pose dental Read more -
TMD and Fibromyalgia Could Share Links in Chronic Pain
posted: Dec. 01, 2018.
Chronic pain can turn your life upside down. While there are a number of disorders that fit in this category, two of them—fibromyalgia and temporomandibular disorders (TMD)—can disrupt your Read more -
Keep up Regular Dental Care While You're Pregnant
posted: Nov. 21, 2018.
During pregnancy, your body isn’t the only part of your life that changes. Instead of “me,” you’re now thinking about “us”—you and the new person growing inside you. Because Read more -
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
posted: Nov. 11, 2018.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Read more -
Treating Gum Disease may Require Invasive Procedures
posted: Nov. 01, 2018.
Periodontal (gum) disease causes more than simple gum swelling—this bacterial infection can harm and destroy your teeth’s supporting structures, including the bone. Its aggressiveness sometimes requires equally aggressive treatment. Gum Read more
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