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Your Teen's Teeth May Not Be Ready for Veneers
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 21, 2021.
Teenagers can have the same smile-disrupting tooth flaws as adults. But not all cosmetic treatments available to adults are appropriate for teenagers—at least not until they get a little
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How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 11, 2021.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's
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See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 01, 2021.
Unless you're 6 years old and on speed dial with the Tooth Fairy, a loose tooth isn't a good feeling. It's also a sign something is wrong in your
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6 Signs Your Child Could Be Developing a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 22, 2021.
If your child has seen the dentist regularly, and brushed and flossed daily, there's a good chance they've avoided advanced tooth decay. But another problem might already be growing
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There's No Madness in Protecting Your Family Basketball Player With a Custom Mouthguard
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 12, 2021.
A wave of madness is about to sweep across Indianapolis and onto television screens across America—March Madness, that is. That's right: After its cancellation in 2020 due to COVID-19,
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As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 02, 2021.
The NBA's reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo may seem unstoppable, but he proved no match for a troubled tooth. Antetokounmpo, the self-proclaimed “Greek Freak,” missed one of the final three
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We May Be Able To Treat Some Bite Problems Early
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 20, 2021.
In any given year, 4 million tweens and teens are in the process of having their teeth straightened with braces or clear aligners. It's so common we tend to
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Some Bite Problems May Require the Help of Other Tools in Conjunction With Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 10, 2021.
If you're into social media, you might have run across the idea that there's nothing to straightening your teeth. According to some SM influencers, you can even do it
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What To Do and Not Do for These 3 Common Childhood Dental Problems
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2021.
Knowing what to do—and what not to do—when your child is sick can greatly affect their health and well-being. That's especially true with dental problems.
Here then are some Dos
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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 21, 2021.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics.
This summer
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Although Rare, This Condition Could Destroy a Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.
Most dental problems are caused by tooth decay or periodontal (gum) disease, easily preventable with dedicated daily hygiene and regular dental care. But there are a few other rare
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Here's What To Do If Your Child Complains of a Toothache
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 01, 2021.
Perhaps the only thing worse than having a toothache of your own is when your child has one. Tooth pain can be a miserable experience, especially for children. It
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Age Doesn't Have to Stop You From Straightening Your Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2020.
Cowboys wear Stetsons; ballerinas wear tutus; and teenagers wear…braces.
At least that's the popular conception. In actuality, one in five orthodontic patients is an adult, a number that continues to
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How You Too Could Have Lindsey Vonn's Viral Video Smile Makeover
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 08, 2020.
Instagram, America's humongous digital photo and video album, is chock-full of the silly, mundane, and poignant moments of people's everyday lives. That includes celebrities: Tom Hanks buying a used
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Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 28, 2020.
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should
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Treating Sleep Apnea Could Help You Avoid Diabetes
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 18, 2020.
One in ten Americans has diabetes, a serious condition that may increase the development and severity of other health problems—including gum disease. Because of this latter connection, dental providers
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