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Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: May 29, 2020.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, showing Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Sealants Give Children an Added Boost Against Tooth Decay
posted: May 19, 2020.
Although adults are more prone to dental disease, children aren't immune from one particular infection, tooth decay. Some children, in fact, are at higher risk for an aggressive form called Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What Really Happens During a Root Canal Treatment
posted: May 09, 2020.
Bad news at your last dental visit: You have a decayed tooth. And not just in the enamel—the decay has invaded the tooth's inner pulp and the resulting infection is Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Customized Temporary Crowns Help Ensure a Satisfying Permanent Smile
posted: Apr 29, 2020.
Restoring missing or unattractive teeth can often be a lengthy process. Months may elapse between initial teeth preparation and final placement to allow time for tissue healing and permanent crown Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Apr 19, 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 show Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Think Twice Before Considering Botox for Chronic Jaw Pain Relief
posted: Apr 09, 2020.
Chronic jaw pain can be an unnerving experience that drains the joy out of life. And because of the difficulty in controlling it patients desperate for relief may tread into Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Your Age Doesn't Have to Keep You from a Straighter Smile
posted: Mar 30, 2020.
Bite problems are quite common—as many as 75% of adults may have some form of orthodontic issue. Unfortunately, there's also something else just as common: that many people believe they're Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Your Case of Gingivitis Could Develop into Something More Harmful
posted: Mar 20, 2020.
That bit of gum bleeding after you brush, along with redness and swelling, are strong signs you have gingivitis, a form of periodontal (gum) disease. Without treatment, though, your gingivitis Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What You Can Learn From Mayim Bialik About Children's Dental Care
posted: Mar 10, 2020.
After nine seasons as neurobiologist Amy Farrah Fowler on the hit comedy The Big Bang Theory, Mayim Bialik is back to the “career” she had before the series: stay-at-home mom. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
If at All Possible, Primary Teeth are Worth Saving
posted: Feb 29, 2020.
Primary (baby) teeth might not last long, but their impact can last a lifetime. Their first set of teeth not only allows young children to eat solid foods, but also Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Six Ways Saliva Helps Your Mouth and Body Stay Healthy
posted: Feb 19, 2020.
While it doesn’t garner the star power of blood, saliva is still an important bodily fluid. A true multi-tasker, saliva contributes in many ways to the function and health of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Here's How to Avoid Dry Socket After Tooth Extraction Surgery
posted: Feb 09, 2020.
Surgical tooth extraction is a fairly routine procedure with few complications. But one rare complication called dry socket does affect a small number of patients. Dry socket, which derives its Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
posted: Jan 30, 2020.
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 Show, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Tips for Successful, Safe Home Teeth Whitening
posted: Jan 20, 2020.
Teeth whitening or bleaching is one of the most affordable and least invasive ways of improving your smile. Although the effect fades with time, whitening can make dull and dingy Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Veneers May Not Be the Best Option for Your Teenager's Teeth
posted: Jan 10, 2020.
Just like adults, teenagers experience chipped, stained or disfigured teeth. And during a life stage where issues with appearance can be acutely painful, these defects call out for a solution.And, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Porcelain is a Great Option for Creating a Natural Appearance
posted: Dec 31, 2019.
The mark of a great dental restoration is that you can’t see it. It’s there in plain sight, but others observing your new and improved smile can’t tell the difference Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures