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4 Ways to Check on Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
posted: Jan. 28, 2019.

For most of us, brushing and flossing is a routine part of daily life. But has it become such a routine that you may not be getting the most Read more
'Get Rid' of Those Unattractive Teeth with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jan. 18, 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
3 Ways Orthodontic Techniques Could Prevent a Poor Bite
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.

While orthodontists can effectively correct most poor bites (malocclusions), some can be quite complex requiring much time and expense. But there's good news—we often don't have to wait on Read more
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
posted: Dec. 29, 2018.

Want to know the exact wrong way to pry open a stubborn lid? Just ask Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC-TV’s popular “Tonight Show.” When the 40-year-old funnyman had trouble Read more
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
posted: Dec. 19, 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
Advanced Equipment and Safe Practices Ensure X-Ray Safety for Children
posted: Dec. 09, 2018.

When it comes to our children’s safety, there isn’t much nowadays that isn’t under scrutiny. Whether food, clothing, toys and more, we ask the same question: can it be Read more
Orthodontists Anticipate Future Facial Growth When Treating Poor Bites
posted: Nov. 29, 2018.

Moving teeth to better positions through orthodontics not only improves dental function and health, it can vastly improve your appearance. But to achieve a result that continues to be Read more
Sofia Vergara: 'Obsessed' With Oral Hygiene
posted: Nov. 19, 2018.

A woman as gorgeous and funny as Sofia Vergara surely planned to be a model and actress from the get-go, right? Wrong! Sofia’s first career choice actually was to Read more
The Connection Between GERD and Oral Health
posted: Nov. 09, 2018.

Not coincidentally, GERD Awareness Week overlaps with the Thanksgiving holiday. Many people get acid indigestion from time to time, especially during this month of major feasting, but if you Read more
You can Still have Implants with Diabetes - if you have it under Control
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.

If you're one of the more than 26 million people in the U.S. with diabetes, you know first hand how the disease impacts your life. That includes your dental Read more
Try the Conservative Path to Jaw Pain Relief First
posted: Oct. 20, 2018.

If you have chronic jaw pain, you know how difficult eating, speaking or even smiling can be. Many sufferers will do anything to gain relief, even surgery. But before Read more
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Oct. 10, 2018.

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 Read more
3 Surprising Sugar Sources Your Baby Might be Consuming
posted: Sep. 30, 2018.

Tooth decay is an ever present danger for your baby’s developing teeth. It begins with disease-causing bacteria feasting on leftover sugar, producing high levels of oral acid that slowly Read more
Keep Up Good Dental Habits in College to Protect Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Sep. 20, 2018.

Starting college is one of life’s biggest transition moments, the first time many young people can truly say they’re on their own. Their freshman year can be both exhilarating Read more
A Low Sugar, High Fiber Diet will Help Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.

If you’re brushing and flossing daily, as well as seeing your dentist at least every six months, you’re doing the top things needed to maintain your dental health. But Read more
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Aug. 31, 2018.

When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read more