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Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Jul 05, 2020.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media persona Read more -
The Health of Your Mouth Could Affect the Rest of Your Body
posted: Jun 25, 2020.
“No man is an island….” So wrote the poet John Donne four centuries ago. And while he meant the unity of humanity, the metaphor could equally apply to the interdependence Read more -
Three Things to Know About Crowns Before Your Restoration
posted: Jun 15, 2020.
Today’s crowns, the visible part of a tooth replacement system, can effectively mimic the shape and color of natural teeth. But not all crowns are equal — so it’s best Read more -
A Little Dairy Can Go a Long Way for Maintaining Healthy Teeth
posted: Jun 05, 2020.
It's National Dairy Month and time to pay tribute to the aurochs, those shaggy creatures who once roamed the Fertile Crescent until people began domesticating them about 8,000 years ago. Read more -
You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
posted: May 26, 2020.
The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II let Read more -
Don't Stress Over Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit Unless it Persists
posted: May 16, 2020.
Along with thumb sucking, childhood teeth grinding is one of the top concerns anxious parents bring to their dentists. It’s so prevalent, though, many providers consider it normal behavior—the sleep-disturbing Read more -
How to Avoid 'White Spot' Decay While Wearing Braces
posted: May 06, 2020.
Straightening your teeth with braces or other orthodontic gear is a positive step toward a healthier and more attractive smile. You'll likely be pleased with your smile when they're removed.But Read more -
Managing Diabetes and Gum Disease Together will Lessen the Effect of Both
posted: Apr 26, 2020.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a progressive bacterial infection caused primarily by bacterial plaque on tooth surfaces not adequately removed by daily oral hygiene. In fact, nearly all of us will Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
posted: Apr 16, 2020.
According to Forbes Magazine, Kylie Jenner is the world's youngest billionaire at age 22. Daughter of Caitlyn (Bruce) Jenner and Kris Jenner, Kylie is the founder and owner of the Read more -
Oral Cancer Is Deadly - But You Can Lower Your Risk With a Healthy Lifestyle
posted: Apr 06, 2020.
An estimated 50,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed this year with some form of oral cancer. Five years from now, if current survival rates still apply (57%), a little Read more -
What to Do For Mouth Injuries Your Child Might Encounter
posted: Mar 27, 2020.
Famed educator Maria Montessori once said, “Play is the work of the child”—and most kids take their “work” very seriously. But their avid enthusiasm might also raise the risk of Read more -
Survey Says: They'd Rather Have a Root Canal
posted: Mar 17, 2020.
Which would you rather have — the flu or a root canal procedure? Nearly 80 percent of people recently surveyed by the American Association of Endodontists wisely chose the root Read more -
What You Can Learn From Mayim Bialik About Children's Dental Care
posted: Mar 07, 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 more -
What's Causing Your Toothache? The Answer Determines Your Treatment
posted: Feb 26, 2020.
Pain has a purpose: it tells us when something's wrong with our bodies. Sometimes it's obvious, like a cut or bruise. Sometimes, though, it takes a bit of sleuthing to Read more -
See Your Dentist if You Have one of these Top 3 Oral Problems
posted: Feb 16, 2020.
For years people tuned in to enjoy one of David Letterman's "Top 10 lists," a frequent gag performed on his show Late Night. Each countdown list poked fun at off-the-wall Read more -
Extracting a Tooth is a Routine Procedure
posted: Feb 06, 2020.
Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with little Read more