Changes Coming in the Use of Antibiotics in Dentistry
- posted: Jun. 18, 2021
In a little over a century, antibiotics have changed the face of healthcare. We no longer fear cholera, strep throat or even a small cut as our forebears did Read More
How can I protect my child's teeth during sports?
- posted: Jun. 15, 2021
Sports are great for children for a variety of reasons. Children can develop their motor skills, learn how to solve conflicts and work together, and develop their work ethics. As Read More
3 Tips to Make Mealtimes More Enjoyable With TMD
- posted: Jun. 08, 2021
Dinnertime is a great opportunity to enjoy not only your meal, but also the company of friends and family. But a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) can drain the pleasure Read More
What To Do About White Spots on Teeth After Wearing Braces
- posted: May 29, 2021
The big day finally arrives when your braces come off. And there it is—your new, beautiful, straight smile! But on closer inspection you notice something else: tiny white spots Read More
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
- posted: May 19, 2021
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read More
Give Your Child the 'Gift' of a Lifetime of Great Oral Health
- posted: May 09, 2021
Do you want to give your child something that will benefit them the rest of their life? Then give them the gift of healthy teeth and gums. Such a gift Read More
We May Be Able To Treat Some Bite Problems Early
- posted: Apr. 29, 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 Read More
Eating the Right Kind of Carbs Can Help You Avoid Gum Disease
- posted: Apr. 19, 2021
There are great health benefits to eating better, including for your teeth and gums. But to determine your ideal diet, you'll have to come to terms with carbohydrates, the Read More
Vivica Fox and Zendaya Have This in Common: A Gorgeous Smile
- posted: Apr. 09, 2021
Kill Bill fans have been pressing for a third installment of the stylized revenge tale since Kill Bill, Volume 2 hit the theaters in 2004. Finally, filmmaker Quentin Tarantino Read More
Are You at Risk for Tooth Decay? Answer These Questions To Find Out
- posted: Mar. 30, 2021
Tooth decay is a destructive disease that could rob you of your teeth. But it doesn't appear out of nowhere—a number of factors can make it more likely you'll Read More
On World Oral Health Day Take Pride in Your Mouth With These Care Tips
- posted: Mar. 20, 2021
Do you remember your first new car? It purred like a kitten with a brilliant finish you could see a mile away. And my, oh my, the attention you Read More
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Tooth Enamel
- posted: Mar. 10, 2021
Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and for good reason—it's your teeth's first line of defense against wearing and harmful oral bacteria. But although enamel can Read More
As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
- posted: Feb. 28, 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 Read More
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
- posted: Feb. 18, 2021
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress Read More
Help Your Dentures and Your Health by Taking Them Out at Night
- posted: Feb. 08, 2021
Dentures have come a long way since George Washington's time. Today, they're more comfortable, more secure and more lifelike than our first president's famous hippopotamus ivory appliance. But one thing Read More
6 Signs Your Child Could Be Developing a Poor Bite
- posted: Jan. 29, 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 Read More
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