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Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening

posted: May 01, 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

Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening

posted: May 01, 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

The Tale of the Toothworm

posted: Apr. 21, 2018.

Ever wonder just exactly what causes cavities? Once upon a time, “Toothworms” — miniscule, yet relentless pests — were thought to be responsible for this widespread malady. This belief Read more

The Tale of the Toothworm

posted: Apr. 21, 2018.

Ever wonder just exactly what causes cavities? Once upon a time, “Toothworms” — miniscule, yet relentless pests — were thought to be responsible for this widespread malady. This belief Read more

Certain Factors May Raise Your Risk and the Intensity of Gum Disease

posted: Apr. 11, 2018.

Periodontal (gum) disease is mainly caused by bacterial plaque built up on tooth surfaces due to ineffective oral hygiene. For most cases, treatment that includes plaque and calculus (tartar Read more

Certain Factors May Raise Your Risk and the Intensity of Gum Disease

posted: Apr. 11, 2018.

Periodontal (gum) disease is mainly caused by bacterial plaque built up on tooth surfaces due to ineffective oral hygiene. For most cases, treatment that includes plaque and calculus (tartar Read more

Reduce Sugar Consumption - for a Healthier Mouth and Body

posted: Mar. 27, 2018.

Tooth decay doesn't appear out of nowhere. It begins with bacteria, which produce acid that softens and erodes tooth enamel. Without adequate enamel protection, cavities can develop. So, one of Read more

Reduce Sugar Consumption - for a Healthier Mouth and Body

posted: Mar. 27, 2018.

Tooth decay doesn't appear out of nowhere. It begins with bacteria, which produce acid that softens and erodes tooth enamel. Without adequate enamel protection, cavities can develop. So, one of Read more

Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"

posted: Mar. 12, 2018.

At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor — Read more

Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"

posted: Mar. 12, 2018.

At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor — Read more

3 Things Your Dentist Recommends You do if You Have Shingles

posted: Mar. 04, 2018.

It may begin as an itching or burning feeling on your skin, followed by numbness or sensitivity to touch. But then you develop a painful red rash that forms Read more

3 Things Your Dentist Recommends You do if You Have Shingles

posted: Mar. 04, 2018.

It may begin as an itching or burning feeling on your skin, followed by numbness or sensitivity to touch. But then you develop a painful red rash that forms Read more

Consider Bone Health When Deciding Between Implants and Dentures

posted: Feb. 17, 2018.

Losing permanent teeth is never good — unlike primary teeth, no natural replacements wait in the wings. But the good news is you have a number of options for Read more

Consider Bone Health When Deciding Between Implants and Dentures

posted: Feb. 17, 2018.

Losing permanent teeth is never good — unlike primary teeth, no natural replacements wait in the wings. But the good news is you have a number of options for Read more

Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse

posted: Feb. 02, 2018.

The red, scaly rash suddenly appearing on your face doesn’t cause you much physical discomfort, but it’s still embarrassing. And to make matters worse treating it as you would Read more

Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse

posted: Feb. 02, 2018.

The red, scaly rash suddenly appearing on your face doesn’t cause you much physical discomfort, but it’s still embarrassing. And to make matters worse treating it as you would Read more

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