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Facts About Those Amazing Wonders Called Teeth
updated: Jun. 10, 2018
Each part of the human body is an intricate wonder. Take your teeth, for example: they’re so woven into everyday life we don’t notice them, yet they each work Read more -
A Teen's Missing Tooth May Require a Temporary Replacement
updated: May 31, 2018
Besides reduced biting and chewing function, a missing tooth can cause an embarrassing inhibition to healthy social interaction. This can be especially so for teens who greatly value peer Read more -
With Proper Care, Partial Dentures are a Viable Tooth Replacement Option
updated: May 21, 2018
When you hear the word “dentures” you probably think of an appliance that replaces all the teeth on a dental arch. But there is another type: a removable partial Read more -
Cone Beam X-Rays can Improve Outcomes in Many Dental Situations
updated: May 11, 2018
For decades, dental x-rays have helped us accurately diagnose and treat a wide array of dental diseases and conditions. But even with recent advances in digital imaging, the traditional Read more -
Irritating Cold Sore Outbreaks can be Controlled Through Medication
updated: May 01, 2018
Although normally benign, a cold sore outbreak can be irritating and embarrassing. Understanding why they occur is the first step to minimizing outbreaks. The typical cold sore (also known as Read more -
Not Crazy about Flossing? Try a Water Flosser
updated: Apr. 21, 2018
The most important part of dental health maintenance isn’t what your dentist does—it’s what you do every day when you brush and floss your teeth. And all you really Read more -
Don't Let Sports or Energy Drinks Rob you of Your Teeth's Enamel
updated: Apr. 11, 2018
In the sports world, athletes are always looking for an edge. And it’s not just college or professional sports—even Little Leaguers are focused on enhancing their performance. That’s why sports Read more -
A "Silent" Disease Gets Recognition
updated: Mar. 27, 2018
Today, many people are taking positive steps to reduce the risks posed by major health problems like cancer, cardiopulmonary diseases, hypertension, and diabetes. But there’s one disease that makes Read more -
Why the Bottled Variety Might not be Your Best Choice for Clean Drinking Water
updated: Mar. 12, 2018
In recent decades civilization's millennia-long search for clean, safe drinking water has become much easier with modern purification methods. Today, there are few places in the United States without Read more -
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
updated: Mar. 04, 2018
Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples Read more -
5 Tips to Keeping a Healthy Mouth During Your College Years
updated: Feb. 17, 2018
Many recent high school graduates will soon begin their first year in college, and for many it will be their first time living away from home. But with the Read more -
Cracked Mouth Corners can be Irritating - Here's How to Treat Them
updated: Feb. 02, 2018
As dentists, we often see other mouth problems besides those with teeth and gums. One of the most common is cracking around the corners of the mouth. Although usually Read more -
Winter Tooth Tips
updated: Jan. 18, 2018
Winter is the time for snowy landscapes, hot cocoa and flannel PJs, but for some 'tis the season for tooth trouble. What can you do to keep your teeth Read more -
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
updated: Jan. 03, 2018
Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Read more -
Not All Crowns are Alike. Know the Differences to Get the Look you Want
updated: Dec. 26, 2017
If you're in need of a crown to cover a damaged tooth, you have a lot of options. But before you choose, you need to know what you want. Read more -
Here are the Facts on the Impact of Metal Allergies on Dental Work
updated: Dec. 11, 2017
Allergic reactions aren't necessarily bad: they're your body's responses to possible threats from foreign substances. But the response can go too far and cause a reaction as minor as Read more