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Topical Fluoride Adds Extra Protection against Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 01, 2020.
Protecting a child's primary (“baby”) teeth from tooth decay should be a top priority. If one is lost prematurely due to decay, it could cause the permanent tooth to
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Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 22, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV
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4 Ways to Avoid Dental Disease While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 12, 2020.
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy isn't always easy—and it's even more of a challenge if you're wearing orthodontic appliances like braces. That's why a fair percentage of patients
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Tooth Pain? Here Are Some Possible Causes
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 02, 2020.
“My tooth hurts…or maybe more than one. Or, it might be my gums.”
If you're having trouble describing the pain in your mouth, don't feel bad. Although our body's pain
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In These Uncertain Times, We Still Care About Your Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 22, 2020.
During this year's National Public Health Week in April, health issues like vaping and the opioid crisis are taking a back seat to what is front and center on
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Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 12, 2020.
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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Diabetes Can Make Getting an Implant Difficult, But Not Impossible
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 02, 2020.
Over 26 million Americans have diabetes, a systemic condition that interferes with maintaining safe levels of blood sugar in the bloodstream. Over time, diabetes can begin to interfere with
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Severe Face Pain can be Managed to Reduce Discomfort
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 23, 2020.
Recurring episodes of severe pain along your face could mean you have trigeminal neuralgia (TN). Although not always curable, TN can be managed effectively with the right strategy.
TN affects
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We Can Rid You of That Irritating Lump in Your Mouth You Keep Biting
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 13, 2020.
You might not be aware how much force your jaws generate while you eat or chew. But you can become aware in a hurry when part of your inside
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J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 03, 2020.
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave
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Answering Your Questions about Your Upcoming Teeth Whitening
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 22, 2020.
Whitening can transform the dullest teeth into a dazzling smile fit for a Hollywood star. But before you undergo a whitening procedure, you might have a few questions about
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Removing One or More Teeth Could Improve Orthodontic Outcomes
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 12, 2020.
Moving teeth through orthodontics may involve more than simply wearing braces. There are many bite conditions that require extra measures before, during or after traditional orthodontic treatment to improve
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A Loose Tooth is a Sign of Deeper Dental Trouble
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 02, 2020.
A loose primary (“baby”) tooth is often a cause for celebration. A loose permanent tooth, however, is a cause for concern. A permanent tooth shouldn't even wiggle.
If you have
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NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 23, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While
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4 Ways You Can Improve Your Smile in the New Year
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 13, 2020.
Although we begin our New Year's resolutions with high hopes, many of them fall by the wayside by the end of January. It simply takes tremendous willpower to lose
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Like the Pros, the Athlete in Your Family Needs a Mouthguard to Prevent Dental Injuries
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.
Super Bowl LIV is set for February 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, where the top two teams in pro football will vie for the coveted
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