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Have Your Child's Chronic Mouth Breathing Checked to Avoid Bite Problems
posted: Sep. 11, 2018.
We breathe every moment of every day and we’re hardly aware of it most of the time. But if you take the time to focus, you’ll find two possible pathways Read more -
Lasers Poised to Transform Current Treatment for Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 01, 2018.
While lasers still seem like science fiction, they’ve been used commercially (and medically) for decades. But there’s still room for growth in practical applications with this developing technology. One promising Read more -
Anchors Make all the Difference in Successful Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Aug. 22, 2018.
Orthodontics shares a principle with the classic tug of war game: if you want things to move in the right direction you need a good anchor. Anchors help braces and Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: Aug. 12, 2018.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, painful Read more -
Can't Afford Dental Implants? Consider Partial Dentures
posted: Aug. 02, 2018.
We’ve come a long way in our ability to restore missing teeth. Today’s top choice is dental implants, prized not only for their close resemblance to real teeth but also Read more -
Be on the Alert for Gum Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 23, 2018.
On your way to a more attractive smile, you’ll have to deal with some inconveniences while wearing braces like avoiding certain foods or habits or dealing with possible embarrassment about Read more -
Don't Take a Vacation From Oral Hygiene This Summer!
posted: Jul. 13, 2018.
What are you most looking forward to this summer? Maybe you’re planning a trip to the beach, or a getaway in the woods…maybe even a journey to a faraway city Read more -
Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
posted: Jul. 03, 2018.
Have you started orthodontic treatment recently? Are you having a little trouble getting used to your braces? If so, you are not alone: Everybody goes through an adjustment period during Read more -
Cosmetic Gum Surgery Can Help Restore Lost Tissues Around Teeth
posted: Jun. 23, 2018.
Your gums can take a lot — they’re resilient and they endure a variety of abrasive foods over a lifetime. But resilience isn’t the same as invulnerability: your gums can Read more -
Caps, Gowns and Smiles for High School Graduation
posted: Jun. 13, 2018.
High school graduation marks the end of childhood and the beginning of young adulthood. Do you have a graduate in your family? If so, this is the ideal time to Read more -
Gum Disease is Still a Threat to Your Dental Implants
posted: Jun. 03, 2018.
You’ve invested quite a bit in your new dental implants. And it truly is an investment: because of implants’ potential longevity, their long-term costs could actually be lower than other Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: May 24, 2018.
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 -
What to Do For Mouth Injuries Your Child Might Encounter
posted: May 14, 2018.
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 -
Take Steps to Treat Chronic Mouth Breathing as Early as Possible
posted: May 04, 2018.
Many things can affect your child’s future dental health: oral hygiene, diet, or habits like thumb sucking or teeth grinding. But there’s one you might not have considered: how they Read more -
Getting Dental Implants Requires Minor Surgery
posted: Apr. 24, 2018.
Dental implants are best known as restorations for single missing teeth. But there’s more to them than that—they can also be used to support and secure removable dentures or fixed Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Apr. 14, 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 his Read more