The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While
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Fun Facts for the Fourth
updated: Jun. 29, 2021
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While
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Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
updated: Jun. 29, 2021
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they're still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we're given occasional glimpses Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Post-Procedure Care
updated: Jun. 22, 2021
As with any surgery, post-procedure care is of utmost importance after getting periodontal surgery. Bleeding, pain, swelling, and other sensations are common and should be expected to a degree. This
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Your New Porcelain Veneers Can Last and Look Great a Long Time
updated: Jun. 19, 2021
Dental veneers are a popular way to improve teeth with chips, stains, gaps or other defects. They're typically made of dental porcelain, ceramic-like materials prized for their ability to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
updated: Jun. 15, 2021
Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow.
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What We Can Learn From Those With Chronic Jaw Pain and Discomfort
updated: 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 moreCategory: Oral Health -
Knowing How the Mouth and Face Grow Can Improve Bite Treatment
updated: May 30, 2021
Correcting a bite problem involves more than applying braces. Orthodontists must consider a wide range of factors, including the type of bite problem involved, complications like impacted or missing Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Buffalo Bills' Stefon Diggs Knows There's Never a Bad Place to Floss
updated: May 20, 2021
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs wrapped up the NFL regular season in January, setting single-season records in both catches and receiving yards. The Bills handily beat the Miami Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What To Do About White Spots on Teeth After Wearing Braces
updated: May 10, 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 moreCategory: Oral Health -
Signs It's Time To See Your Dentist
updated: May 07, 2021
Taking care of your teeth should be a priority, from frequent brushing to regular examinations. If you are practicing good oral hygiene, you're setting yourself up for a lifetime of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
CT Imaging Technology Can Improve Outcomes for Complex Dental Problems
updated: Apr. 30, 2021
The mouth is a crowded place with nerves, blood vessels and sinus cavities sharing common space with the teeth and gums. Although important in their own right, these structures Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Gum Recession Can Rob You of Your Smile and Your Dental Health Too
updated: Apr. 20, 2021
If it seems like your teeth are getting longer as you get older, it's unlikely they're magically growing. More likely, your gums are shrinking or receding from your teeth. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How George Clooney Made Over His Smile and How You Can Too
updated: Apr. 10, 2021
Since his breakout role as Dr. Doug Ross in the 90's TV drama ER, George Clooney has enjoyed a blockbuster career as an award-winning actor, director and producer. He's Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Removing Teeth Might Make It Easier To Straighten a Smile
updated: Mar. 31, 2021
Dentists remove millions of teeth each year, often because of tooth decay or gum disease. But disease isn't the only reason—a tooth extraction might make it easier to straighten Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Your Teen's Teeth May Not Be Ready for Veneers
updated: Mar. 21, 2021
Teenagers can have the same smile-disrupting tooth flaws as adults. But not all cosmetic treatments available to adults are appropriate for teenagers—at least not until they get a little Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Implants Could Help You Keep Remaining Teeth Longer
updated: Mar. 11, 2021
It's a common practice among people slowly losing their teeth to have their remaining teeth removed. They find dentures to be less costly than replacing one tooth at a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures