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Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 26, 2019.
As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Your Regular Dental Visits Might Change if You've had Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 16, 2019.
Periodontal (gum) disease is as common as it is destructive. Almost half of all adults 30 and older have some form—and those numbers increase to nearly three-quarters by age
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Category: Oral Health
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Stay Hydrated in Winter for Better Year-Round Oral Hygiene
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 06, 2019.
Whether you live in the snow belt or the sunny south, the winter season often means a change in the weather. In many places, the sun isn't as strong
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Category: Oral Health
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Less-Invasive Pulp Capping Could Save Your Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2018.
There’s one sure thing about tooth decay: you can’t ignore it. In fact, the best outcomes result from finding it early and treating it before it enters the pulp
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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 17, 2018.
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Orthodontists Anticipate Future Facial Growth When Treating Poor Bites
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 07, 2018.
Moving teeth to better positions through orthodontics not only improves dental function and health, it can vastly improve your appearance. But to achieve a result that continues to be
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Category: Dental Procedures
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TMD and Fibromyalgia Could Share Links in Chronic Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 27, 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
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Category: Oral Health
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Don't Let GERD Ruin Your Teeth's Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 17, 2018.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that can lead to a number of serious health problems. One of them, tooth erosion, could ruin your dental health.
Your stomach
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Category: Oral Health
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Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 07, 2018.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of
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Category: Oral Health
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How to Maximize Your Child's Dental Health Potential
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 28, 2018.
There’s a potential threat lurking in your young child’s mouth—tooth decay. This destructive disease can not only rob them of teeth now, it could also impact their dental health
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Category: Oral Health
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Understanding the Aging Process Leads to More Effective Orthodontics
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 18, 2018.
If you’ve ever looked at younger photos of yourself, you’re sure to notice differences with your present appearance. Of course, your basic features might appear much the same. But
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Category: Dental Procedures
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4 Signs Your Child May Have a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 08, 2018.
Although tooth decay is a major problem to watch for in your child’s teeth, it isn’t the only one. As their teeth transition from primary (“baby”) to permanent, you
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Category: Dental Procedures
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In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 28, 2018.
Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples
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Category: Oral Health
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A Bonded Retainer Might Work for You after Orthodontic Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 18, 2018.
If you want to keep that new smile after orthodontic treatment, you’ll need to wear a retainer for awhile. Teeth have a tendency to “rebound” to their old positions
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Why Smoking and Dental Implants Don't Mix
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 08, 2018.
With a 95-plus percent survival rate after ten years, dental implants are one of the most durable replacement restorations available. Implants can potentially last much longer than less expensive
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Category: Dental Procedures
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'Tooth in One Day' Procedures Require Special Attention for Success
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 29, 2018.
You've seen the ads for obtaining a new tooth in one day with a dental implant. Those aren't exaggerated claims — you can leave the dental office the same
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Category: Dental Procedures