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Smoking Could Shorten Your Implants' Longevity
posted: Jun. 08, 2019.
Although costly in the beginning, dental implants often turn out to be the least expensive tooth replacement option. That's because their enviable record for longevity often outpaces dentures or bridges. Read more -
Tooth Loss: A Health Risk for Older Adults
posted: May 29, 2019.
Tooth loss is a problem that affects many seniors—and since May is Older Americans Month, this is a good time to talk about it. Did you know that more than Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: May 19, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both old Read more -
An Implant Restoration Could Prevent Bone Loss
posted: May 09, 2019.
Losing teeth continues to be an all too common experience for people, especially those in their senior years. Fortunately, there are several ways to replace them, ranging from partial or Read more -
Manage Your GERD Symptoms to Prevent Enamel Erosion
posted: Apr. 29, 2019.
Most dental problems arise from tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But they aren't the only source of danger to your teeth—gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) could be just as damaging Read more -
Crown Lengthening Could Help with Treating Hard to Reach Cavities
posted: Apr. 19, 2019.
There is a primary principle dentists follow regarding tooth decay—treat it as soon as you find it. Something as simple and routine as filling a cavity could prevent future tooth Read more -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Apr. 09, 2019.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear to Read more -
Quitting Smoking Decreases Your Risk of Implant Failure
posted: Mar. 30, 2019.
If you’re considering a dental implant as a replacement for a lost tooth, you’re looking at a restoration method with an amazing 95% success rate after ten years. But that Read more -
March Is the Time to Evaluate Sleep Problems
posted: Mar. 20, 2019.
The month of March brings the first day of spring, when nature seems to wake up after a restful winter slumber. It also brings Sleep Awareness Week, which leads us Read more -
A Dental Exam Could Uncover an Eating Disorder
posted: Mar. 10, 2019.
After your son or daughter's dental exam, you expect to hear about cavities, poor bites or other dental problems. But your dentist might suggest a different kind of problem you Read more -
Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
posted: Feb. 28, 2019.
At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor — picked Read more -
4 Tips to Prevent Childhood Tooth Decay
posted: Feb. 18, 2019.
February is National Children's Dental Health month, sponsored annually by the American Dental Association. As important as good oral health is to a child's overall health and development, tooth decay Read more -
A New Veneer with Minimal or No Tooth Alteration
posted: Feb. 08, 2019.
Dental veneers, thin layers of porcelain bonded to chipped, stained or slightly crooked teeth, are an effective and affordable way to transform your smile. Their color, translucence and shape blend Read more -
A Child's Teeth Grinding is Normal - But You Should Still Keep an Eye on it
posted: Jan. 29, 2019.
When you're first startled awake in the middle of the night by a loud, gritting sound emanating from your child's room, you may have two questions: how can such a Read more -
Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
posted: Jan. 19, 2019.
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source of Read more -
Protecting Primary Teeth from Decay Helps Ensure Future Dental Health
posted: Jan. 09, 2019.
A baby’s teeth begin coming in just a few months after birth—first one or two in the front, and then gradually the rest of them over the next couple of Read more