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Follow the Fast-Food Lead: Cut Back Sodas in Your Child's Diet
posted: Jan. 05, 2020.
You can find some version of the ever popular kids’ meal at most major fast-food restaurants. It’s a neat little package: child’s size portions of burgers, chicken nuggets or sides—and Read more -
Gingivitis Could Become a More Serious Form of Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 26, 2019.
People with poor hygiene habits can develop a chronic form of periodontal (gum) disease known as gingivitis. Characterized by inflamed and bleeding gums, gingivitis is caused by an infection triggered Read more -
We'll Help You Maintain Your Oral Health After Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 16, 2019.
It’s been a long road back to oral health for you after periodontal (gum) disease. But after several plaque removal sessions and perhaps even surgical procedures to address deep infection, Read more -
The Howie Mandel Effect: Avoid Dental Disease Through Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Dec. 06, 2019.
Howie Mandel, one of America’s premier television personalities, rarely takes it easy. Whether performing a standup comedy gig or shooting episodes of America’s Got Talent or Deal or No Deal, Read more -
Know the Facts Before you Go Abroad for Dental Care
posted: Nov. 26, 2019.
Each year, over a million Americans venture abroad for healthcare, with roughly half for dental treatment. Cost is the main reason — “medical tourists” believe they can save substantially on Read more -
How Dentists Provide Your Child the Benefit of X-Rays as Safely as Possible
posted: Nov. 16, 2019.
X-ray imaging is such an intricate part of dentistry, we usually don't think twice about it. Without it, though, the fight against dental disease would be much harder.At the same Read more -
New "Behind the Teeth" Braces Could Give You the Advantage of "Invisibility"
posted: Nov. 06, 2019.
Orthodontic braces are a familiar sight, especially among tweens and teens: metal brackets and wires attached to the front of the teeth for all to see. Now imagine the opposite: Read more -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: Oct. 27, 2019.
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 more -
An Early Orthodontic Evaluation May Alert to Developing Bite Problems
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.
Lately, you’ve noticed your young child’s primary teeth don’t appear to be coming in straight. Is it a problem?The answer to that question is best answered by an early orthodontic Read more -
Finding the Right Solution for Your Gummy Smile
posted: Oct. 07, 2019.
Even with picture perfect teeth, you may still be unhappy with your appearance. The problem: too much of your upper gums show when you smile.There’s no precise standard for a Read more -
4 Situations Where a Crown Could Improve an Existing Tooth
posted: Sep. 27, 2019.
Porcelain crowns have been used to restore problem teeth since at least the early 20th Century. Crown technology has gradually progressed from the early use of precious metals like gold Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Sep. 17, 2019.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of his Read more