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A Mild NSAID May Be All You Need To Manage Discomfort After Dental Work
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 08, 2020.
Undergoing dental work is for the most part a pain-free affair. But once you're home and the anesthetic begins to wear off, you may have some discomfort.
Fortunately, most post-procedure
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What You Can Do About Bad Breath (Unless You're a Famous Actress Pranking Your Co-Star)
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 29, 2020.
Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence is a highly paid actress, Oscar winner, successful producer and…merry prankster. She's the latter, at least with co-star Liam Hemsworth: It seems Lawrence deliberately ate
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Lingual Braces Might be a Better Fit for Your Active Lifestyle
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 19, 2020.
If you've decided to straighten your teeth, you've made a wise choice for both your dental health and your smile. Now you may be facing another decision—which method to
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How to Avoid This Painful Condition After Tooth Extraction
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 09, 2020.
Dentists and oral surgeons remove millions of teeth every year, most without any adverse aftereffects. But about 2% of patients experience a dry socket, a condition that, although not
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Wisdom Teeth Bear Close Monitoring for Future Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 29, 2020.
One of the major signs that a young person's dental development is nearing completion is the eruption of the last four permanent teeth: the third molars, located rear-most on
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Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book,
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DIY Orthodontics is a Recipe for Dental Disaster
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) is a deeply held American trait for building, renovating or repairing things without the services of a professional. The Internet has only made this tradition easier: There
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Removing Hardened Plaque Reduces Your Risk of Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.
When you floss (you do floss, right?), you probably notice a sticky, yellowish substance called plaque stuck to the thread. This thin film of tiny food particles and bacteria
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2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
While retainers are often viewed as a nuisance, they’re crucial to protect the gains made with bite correction. Without them, all of the progress achieved through braces or clear
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The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu,
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We Need to Act Quickly to Save Your Loose Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 31, 2020.
If you're an adult, your teeth shouldn't wiggle—not even a little bit. If you have a loose tooth, you need to see your dentist as soon as possible to
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3 Things That Could Help You Avoid Another Round With Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 21, 2020.
While periodontal (gum) disease could ruin your dental health, it doesn’t have to. Dentists and periodontists (specialists in gums and other supporting tooth structures) have effective methods for stopping
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Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 11, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress
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You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 01, 2020.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may
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Practice Daily Hygiene to Avoid Gum Swelling While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 21, 2020.
Straightening your smile doesn't happen overnight—it can involve months or even years of orthodontic treatment. And although the end result is well worth it, the long process can make
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How to Avoid 'White Spot' Decay While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 11, 2020.
Straightening your teeth with braces or other orthodontic gear is a positive step toward a healthier and more attractive smile. You'll likely be pleased with your smile when they're
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