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Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
posted: Aug. 04, 2021.

In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read more
Gum Disease Could Impact More Than Your Oral Health
posted: Jul. 25, 2021.

Preventing periodontal (gum) disease not only preserves your teeth and gums, it might also benefit the rest of your health. There's growing evidence that gum disease has links to Read more
How You Can Help Your Smile Stay Attractive as You Get Older
posted: May 16, 2021.

We can't stop getting older or completely avoid many of the consequences that come with aging. Even so, there are things we can do to age more gracefully. That includes Read more
CT Imaging Technology Can Improve Outcomes for Complex Dental Problems
posted: Apr. 06, 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 more
3 Things You Should Do to Protect Your Teeth Later in Life
posted: May 21, 2020.

Entering your “sunset” years doesn't mean you're washed up—you still have a lot to offer the world. That's why the theme for this May's Older Americans Month (sponsored by Read more
Eating the Right Carbs Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
posted: Dec. 03, 2019.

As with most Western countries, we in the U.S. love our carbs. While fats and proteins make an appearance in our diets, many of us go full-tilt on sugars, Read more
The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
posted: Nov. 03, 2019.

While the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation have contributed to rising cancer survival rates, they can still have an adverse effect on the rest of the body. That includes Read more
National Fresh Breath Day Reminds Us to Seek Out the Source of Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 15, 2019.

Be sure to mark August 6 on your calendars—and not just because it's the day in 1661 when the Dutch sold Brazil to Portugal, or when President Johnson signed Read more
Speaking of Wellness: Enjoying Great Oral Health for a Lifetime
posted: Aug. 05, 2019.

August is National Wellness Month. Since part of staying in good overall health is taking care of your dental health, it's a good time to look at ways you Read more
How to Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy During Pregnancy
posted: Jul. 06, 2019.

While pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers, it can pose extra health challenges. This is especially true regarding dental health. Because of hormonal changes that naturally occur during Read more
What You can Do to Stop Sugar from Harming Your Health
posted: Jun. 16, 2019.

Occurrences of obesity and Type 2 diabetes have soared in the last few decades. While there are a number of influencing factors, health officials place most of the blame Read more
5 Tips to Keeping a Healthy Mouth During Your College Years
posted: Apr. 07, 2019.

Many recent high school graduates will soon begin their first year in college, and for many it will be their first time living away from home. But with the Read more
Oral Health Concerns for Preteens
posted: Dec. 18, 2018.

As if the preteen years didn’t give kids and their parents enough to think about, new oral health concerns loom on the horizon. Along with major changes to the Read more
Keep Up Good Dental Habits in College to Protect Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Sep. 19, 2018.

Starting college is one of life’s biggest transition moments, the first time many young people can truly say they’re on their own. Their freshman year can be both exhilarating 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
New Year's Resolutions for Better Oral Health
posted: Dec. 20, 2017.

Laying out goals for the New Year is a great way to inspire yourself to make positive changes that can improve your health. For example, many habits—both good and Read more