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We May Be Able To Treat Some Bite Problems Early
posted: Apr. 11, 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
Removing Teeth Might Make It Easier To Straighten a Smile
posted: Apr. 01, 2021.

Dentists remove millions of teeth each year, often because of tooth decay or gum disease. But disease isn't the only reason—a tooth extraction might make it easier to straighten Read more
Why Early Dental Visits Could Brighten Your Child's Dental Health Future
posted: Mar. 22, 2021.

By the time your child reaches their first birthday, they may have only a handful of primary teeth. So, should you schedule their first dental visit or wait until Read more
Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Mar. 12, 2021.

During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read more
See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
posted: Mar. 02, 2021.

Unless you're 6 years old and on speed dial with the Tooth Fairy, a loose tooth isn't a good feeling. It's also a sign something is wrong in your Read more
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
posted: Feb. 20, 2021.

You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should Read more
6 Signs Your Child Could Be Developing a Poor Bite
posted: Feb. 10, 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
The Howie Mandel Effect: Avoid Dental Disease Through Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Jan. 31, 2021.

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 Read more
How Long Is the Implant Process? It Depends on Your Bone Health
posted: Jan. 21, 2021.

If you're thinking about getting dental implants, you may be curious about how long it might take. The answer depends on the health of your supporting bone. Bone is an Read more
Here's to Healthy Smiles in 2021!
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.

A New Year's resolution can be just about anything, from losing weight to visiting every major league baseball park. But a resolution you're more likely to keep ought to Read more
Far From a Safer Alternative to Smoking, Vaping Could Ruin Your Oral Health
posted: Jan. 01, 2021.

E-cigarettes have taken the world by storm, especially among younger adults. The reason: the widespread perception that “vaping” is healthier than smoking tobacco. But a deeper look at this wildly Read more
Porcelain Veneers Transform Real Housewives Star's Smile Spoiled by Teeth Grinding
posted: Dec. 20, 2020.

Dorit Kemsley isn't shy. Best known to fans as an outspoken and sometimes outrageous cast member of the reality show Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Kemsley is never reticent Read more
Your Food's Micronutrients Make a Difference in Your Dental Health
posted: Dec. 09, 2020.

When you were a kid, a plate of green beans or carrots probably seemed less appealing than a handful of cookies or a bowl of ice cream. Mom or Read more
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
posted: Nov. 29, 2020.

Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't Read more
Here's What To Do If Your Child Complains of a Toothache
posted: Nov. 18, 2020.

Perhaps the only thing worse than having a toothache of your own is when your child has one. Tooth pain can be a miserable experience, especially for children. It Read more
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen: A Celebrity Couple's Secrets for a Beautiful Smile
posted: Nov. 08, 2020.

Love at first sight—it's an endearing notion found in movies and novels, but perhaps we're a little skeptical about it happening in real life. Then again, maybe it does Read more