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A Bonded Retainer Could be a Preferred Choice over a Removable One
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
If you've known anyone who has worn braces, you know what comes after — wearing a retainer. This can be kind of a letdown after all those months with braces, Read more -
What To Do and Not Do for These 3 Common Childhood Dental Problems
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
Knowing what to do—and what not to do—when your child is sick can greatly affect their health and well-being. That's especially true with dental problems.Here then are some Dos and Read more -
3 Factors That Could Affect the Success of a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
A tooth with deep decay is in real peril. If the disease isn’t stopped, it can eventually infect the bone and greatly increase the risk of losing the tooth. But Read more -
White Spots on Your Teeth After Braces May Be An Early Sign of Enamel Loss
posted: Dec. 14, 2020.
After months of treatment we’ve removed your braces and your new smile emerges. Upon closer view, however, you notice a number of chalky white spots on your teeth.These pale areas Read more -
Boost Your Dental Health With Soon-To-Expire FSA Funds
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
If you're among the estimated 14 million families with a healthcare flexible spending account (FSA), New Year's Eve has an added meaning—that's typically the deadline for using any current year Read more -
Cone Beam Imaging Adds New Benefits to X-Ray Diagnostics
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
Your dental care wouldn’t be the same without the use of x-rays. Finding and treating tooth decay and other diseases early is a key part of maintaining good dental health, Read more -
3 Common Causes for Chronic Dry Mouth and What You can do About It
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
Like most people, you’ve no doubt experienced occasional dry mouth as when you’re thirsty or just waking from sleep. These are normal occurrences that usually don’t last long.But xerostomia or Read more -
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
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 be. Read more -
4 Things to Do to Keep Your Child's Dental Development on Track
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
When you’re expecting a new baby, there’s a lot to prepare: outfitting the nursery, stocking up on diapers or choosing a pediatrician. It’s also not too early to consider how Read more -
There's Still Hope for a Re-Infected Tooth After Root Canal Treatment
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
Most first-time root canal treatments achieve their purpose in saving an internally decayed tooth and extending its life to match those of the patient’s non-decayed teeth. Occasionally, though, a root Read more -
There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
As the old Fifties song goes, “Little things mean a lot.” They can also be the most irritating, like a hangnail, a papercut—or a certain kind of oral sore. Although Read more -
Living with HIV includes Keeping a Close Watch on Your Oral Health
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
We’ve come a long way since the early 1980s when we first identified the HIV virus. Although approximately 35 million people worldwide (including a million Americans) now have the virus, Read more -
Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
It's normal for people to breathe through their nose. And for good reason: Nasal breathing filters contaminants, warms and humidifies incoming air, and helps generate beneficial nitric oxide. Chronic mouth Read more -
Improve Your Smile With These Dental Enhancements
posted: Sep. 05, 2020.
In case you missed it, September is Self-Improvement Month. Don't fret if you weren't aware—we're not sure how the ninth month acquired this celebration of positive human development either. But Read more -
Is There a Link Between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Health?
posted: Aug. 26, 2020.
Is there a link between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease? Medical researchers are endeavoring to answer this intriguing question, but early findings seem to say yes. If it bears Read more -
Keep Up Good Dental Habits in College to Protect Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Aug. 16, 2020.
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 and Read more