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Cleft Defects Can Be Overcome, Thanks to Advanced Surgical Procedures
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 24, 2019.
One in 700 babies are born each year with a cleft lip, a cleft palate or both. Besides its devastating emotional and social impact, this common birth defect can
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Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both
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Your Smile Can Be Your Passport to the World - Take Care of It With These Tips
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.
Bonjour! Hola! Shalom! December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month, and learning to say “Hello” in different tongues is a good place to start. You could then move
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Vaping Could Be Just as Harmful to Your Teeth and Gums as Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.
The electronic cigarette (e-cig), the much-acclaimed smoking alternative, has recently been linked to hundreds of lung-related illnesses and deaths among otherwise healthy young adults. But dentists were actually among
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Despite Some Online Sources, Root Canals Don't Cause Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.
The internet has transformed how we get information. Where you once needed to find an encyclopedia, telephone directory or library, you can now turn to your handy smartphone or
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In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.
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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Be on the Alert for White Spots on Teeth While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.
While wearing braces is the path to a healthier and more attractive smile, it can be a difficult journey. One of your biggest challenges will be keeping your teeth
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The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 15, 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
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Don't Delay Seeing the Dentist If You Suspect Gum Recession
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.
Calling someone "long in the tooth" is an unflattering way of saying they're getting old. The phrase refers to the effects of gum recession, in which the gums pull
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Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet
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Here's What You Can Do to Avoid Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.
Here's an alarming statistic: Nearly half of adults over 30—and 70% over 65—are affected by periodontal (gum) disease. It's sobering because if not caught and treated early, gum disease
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Your Quest for a Dental Implant Might Be Interrupted by Bone Loss
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
Years ago, disease or trauma robbed you of one of your teeth. At the time you might have opted for an affordable solution, like a partial denture. But now
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That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about
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NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is
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Preventing Decay in Primary Teeth Promises Better Health Now and Later
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.
True or false: there’s no cause for concern about tooth decay until your child’s permanent teeth erupt.
False—decayed primary teeth can lead to potentially serious consequences later in life.
Although “baby”
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3 Ways to Protect Your Teeth in the Great Outdoors
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
It’s July—and that means it’s National Park and Recreation Month! If you’re like a lot of families, you might already be planning a trip to one of the nation’s
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