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A Root Canal Can Stop Tooth Decay and Save Your Tooth
posted: Sep. 23, 2020.
Tooth decay can wreak more havoc than just producing cavities. It can work its way into the innermost parts of the tooth — the pulp and tiny passageways called root Read more -
These Popular Drinks Could Put Your Enamel in Danger of Erosion
posted: Sep. 13, 2020.
Tooth enamel, to play on a phrase from Shakespeare, is made of “sterner stuff.” The strongest substance in the body, enamel can take years of biting and chewing and keep Read more -
Implants Can Make It Easier to Restore Missing Teeth in Stages
posted: Sep. 03, 2020.
A fair number of people with total tooth loss have arrived at this point after a long history of dental issues. It's quite likely they've had a series of bridges Read more -
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Aug. 24, 2020.
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 she Read more -
4 Areas We May Check During Your Older Loved One's Regular Dental Visit
posted: Aug. 14, 2020.
While some aspects of regular dental visits are much the same for everyone, they can be more involved for an older adult. That’s because people later in life face an Read more -
3 Benefits of Dental Implants to Replace Missing Teeth
posted: Aug. 04, 2020.
Here's the bad news on the overall state of dental health in the United States: Over 120 million people have one or more missing teeth—roughly one American in three. But Read more -
The Before, During and After of Root Canal Treatments
posted: Jul. 25, 2020.
Root canal treatments have suffered a bad rap over the years—and undeservedly. While we applaud root canal therapy for the millions of decayed teeth the procedure has saved, the worn-out Read more -
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
posted: Jul. 15, 2020.
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 of… Read more -
Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
posted: Jul. 05, 2020.
Your tooth enamel’s main nemesis is oral acid: normally produced by bacteria, foods or beverages, acid can dissolve enamel’s mineral content and cause erosion and decay. But acid might be Read more -
How to Lessen the Effects of Chronic Dry Mouth
posted: Jun. 25, 2020.
If you were asked to identify the number one mouth problem affecting dental health, what would you name? Toothaches? Poor hygiene? Jaw joint issues?Believe it or not, the top issue Read more -
Temporary Tooth Replacement with Flexible Partial Dentures
posted: Jun. 15, 2020.
Modern dentistry offers several great ways to permanently replace missing teeth, including high-tech dental implants and traditional fixed bridgework. But sometimes, for one reason or another, it isn’t possible to Read more -
Zac Efron's Smile Transformation Could Happen to You
posted: Jun. 05, 2020.
Actor Zac Efron has one of the top smiles in a business known for beautiful smiles. Bursting on the scene in 2006 at age 18 in High School Musical, Efron Read more -
Prudent Use of X-Rays in Children Provides the most Benefit at the Lowest Risk
posted: May 26, 2020.
It’s important for your child’s current and future health that we watch out for tooth decay. Taking x-rays is a critical part of staying one step ahead of this common Read more -
3 Factors That Could Affect the Success of a Root Canal Treatment
posted: May 16, 2020.
A tooth with deep decay is in real peril. If the disease isn’t stopped, it can eventually infect the bone and greatly increase the risk of losing the tooth. But Read more -
Instill These Habits in Your Child for a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
posted: May 06, 2020.
As a parent, you strive to instill good habits in your children: looking both ways for traffic, doing chores or washing behind the ears. Be sure you also include sound Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Apr. 26, 2020.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, a Read more