A Minor Procedure Could Make Breastfeeding Easier for You and Your Baby
- posted: Apr. 10, 2019
The American Academy of Pediatrics and other healthcare organizations recommend breastfeeding as the best means for infant feeding. While bottle feeding can supply the nutrition necessary for a baby's Read More
3 Things You Should Know About Teeth Grinding
- posted: Mar. 31, 2019
Do you grind your teeth? If you're not sure, ask your family—sometimes the sound of teeth grinding against teeth might make enough noise to be keeping them up at Read More
3 Tips for Helping Your Child Feel More Comfortable Going to the Dentist
- posted: Mar. 21, 2019
There’s really no secret to keeping your child’s teeth healthy — good, daily hygiene habits, regular dental visits and early treatment for emerging problems. It’s a lot easier for Read More
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
- posted: Mar. 11, 2019
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 Read More
'Get Rid' of Those Unattractive Teeth with Porcelain Veneers
- posted: Mar. 01, 2019
Those unattractive teeth you see in the mirror are what are standing between you and a truly beautiful smile. If only you could make them go away. In a way, Read More
Correct a Cross-Bite by Widening the Upper Jaw with an Expander
- posted: Feb. 19, 2019
A poor bite (malocclusion) could be more than simply teeth out of alignment. There could be complex causes for the malocclusion, possibly involving the facial bone structure. An example of Read More
A Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
- posted: Feb. 09, 2019
The braces are finally off! But to keep your new, straighter smile you'll need to wear a retainer for some time. That's because the same structural mechanism used to Read More
Noah Galloway's Dentally Dangerous Dancing
- posted: Jan. 30, 2019
For anyone else, having a tooth accidentally knocked out while practicing a dance routine would be a very big deal. But not for Dancing With The Stars contestant Noah Read More
Moderate Fluoride Use Packs the Biggest Punch for Decay Prevention
- posted: Jan. 20, 2019
In the battle against tooth decay, fluoride is an important weapon. Since the discovery of its dental health benefits a century ago, fluoride has been credited with saving countless Read More
Stay Hydrated in Winter for Better Year-Round Oral Hygiene
- posted: Jan. 10, 2019
Whether you live in the snow belt or the sunny south, the winter season often means a change in the weather. In many places, the sun isn't as strong Read More
3 Things You Might Notice with Your Child's Teeth That Need a Dentist
- posted: Dec. 31, 2018
Dental disease doesn’t discriminate by age. Although certain types of disease are more common in adults, children are just as susceptible, particularly to tooth decay. Unfortunately, the early signs of Read More
Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"
- posted: Dec. 21, 2018
Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand. Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house Read More
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
- posted: Dec. 11, 2018
We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: Read More
Moderate Your Child's Juice Drinking to Lower Tooth Decay Risk
- posted: Dec. 01, 2018
Along with daily brushing and flossing, limiting your child’s sugar consumption is an important way to prevent tooth decay. We all know the usual suspects: candy, sugar-added snacks and Read More
If You're Considering Braces, Here's How They Work
- posted: Nov. 21, 2018
If you or a family member has problems with teeth alignment or your bite, you may be considering braces. This tried and true method can straighten out most smiles Read More
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
- posted: Nov. 11, 2018
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read More
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