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Cone Beam X-Rays can Improve Outcomes in Many Dental Situations
posted: Aug. 10, 2018.
For decades, dental x-rays have helped us accurately diagnose and treat a wide array of dental diseases and conditions. But even with recent advances in digital imaging, the traditional Read more -
Saliva Performs Many Functions for Both Oral and General Health
posted: Jul. 31, 2018.
While oral hygiene, a nutritious diet and regular dental visits are all crucial to long-term oral health, these efforts complement what your body already does to keep your mouth Read more -
Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
posted: Jul. 21, 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 -
Make Sure Your Dentist Knows You're Taking Daily Aspirin
posted: Jul. 11, 2018.
Aspirin has been a popular pain reliever and fever reducer for over a century. Its effect on the clotting mechanism of blood, however, has led to its widespread and Read more -
Screw or Cement: Which is Best for Attaching Your Implant Crown?
posted: Jul. 01, 2018.
If you’re in the initial planning stages for a dental implant, you may already be encountering a number of options to consider. One that may come up is how Read more -
Adjust Your Diet to Accommodate TMD to Maximize Nutrition
posted: Jun. 21, 2018.
Eating is one of the pleasures — and necessities — of life, but people who suffer from temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) may find eating no pleasure at all — Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: Jun. 11, 2018.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more -
3 Dental Signs of an Eating Disorder
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.
Sometimes dental conditions point to health problems beyond the teeth and gums. An astute dentist may even be able to discern that a person’s oral problems actually arise from Read more -
3 Possible Timing Scenarios for Getting Your New Implant
posted: May 22, 2018.
If you have a problem tooth we’ve recommended removing, those “Tooth in one day” ads—a tooth removed and an implant placed at the same time—might start to pique your Read more -
Is Traditional Flossing too Difficult? Consider Water Flossing
posted: May 12, 2018.
A critical part of effective, daily oral hygiene, flossing removes bacterial plaque from between teeth that can’t be accessed with brushing. Unfortunately, it’s often neglected — string flossing requires Read more -
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: May 02, 2018.
What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, Read more -
Willie Wonka's Chocolate Factory Was Not So Sweet to Cast's Teeth!
posted: Apr. 22, 2018.
The classic movie Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, starring Gene Wilder, still brings back sweet memories of childhood to people everywhere. Recently, the news broke that a remake Read more -
Life-like Dental Porcelain Helps Restore Smiles Marred by Unattractive Teeth
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
With its life-like color and texture, dental porcelain can restore a smile marred by decayed or damaged teeth. This durable ceramic material not only matches the varieties of individual Read more -
Keep an Eye on Your Teeth and Gum Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Mar. 28, 2018.
If you’re facing cancer treatment, we wish you the best outcome possible. Treating this disease has advanced tremendously in recent decades, but the available options are still often challenging Read more -
Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
posted: Mar. 13, 2018.
Some people are lucky — they never seem to have a mishap, dental or otherwise. But for the rest of us, accidents just happen sometimes. Take actor Jamie Foxx, Read more -
Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse
posted: Feb. 26, 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