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Your 'Toothache' Might Signal a Problem Other Than in Your Mouth
posted: Oct. 11, 2020.
You expect a decayed tooth, a fracture or a gum infection to be the cause for that toothache causing you grief. Sometimes, though, the answer may be “none of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Act Quickly With a Knocked Out Tooth to Ensure Its Long-Term Survival
posted: Oct. 01, 2020.
We Americans love our sports, whether as participants or spectators. But there's also a downside to contact sports like soccer, football or basketball: a higher risk of injury, particularly Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Studies Show Vaping May Not Be Safer for Oral Health Than Tobacco
posted: Sep. 21, 2020.
There's ample evidence tobacco smoking increases your risk for tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But the same may be true for electronic cigarettes (E-cigs): Although millions have turned Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Sep. 11, 2020.
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
posted: Sep. 01, 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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
posted: Aug. 22, 2020.
Your tooth enamel’s main nemesis is oral acid: normally produced by bacteria, foods or beverages, acid can dissolve enamel’s mineral content and cause erosion and decay. But acid might Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Keep These Top Factors in Mind When Buying Your Next Toothbrush
posted: Aug. 12, 2020.
Search online for “right tool for the job” and you'll get over a billion results related to everything from baking cakes to repairing cars. It's also just as applicable Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Aug. 02, 2020.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Minimally Invasive Dentistry: A New Approach to Preventing and Treating Decay
posted: Jul. 23, 2020.
Since the late 19th Century, dentists have used established protocols to successfully prevent and treat tooth decay. But there've been changes to this approach the last few years to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Getting Implants Can Be a Long Process - But Worth it
posted: Jul. 13, 2020.
Dental implants aren't simply prosthetic teeth, but rather an innovative system that restores both smile appearance and dental function. And while an implant can indeed replace a single tooth, Read more -
Floss First or Brush First? You Be the Judge
posted: Jul. 03, 2020.
Brushing and flossing are two of the best things you can do to fight dental disease and maintain healthy teeth and gums. Or is it flossing and brushing? What we Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
posted: Jun. 23, 2020.
As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Jaw Pain Disorders Could be Related to Other Body Conditions
posted: Jun. 13, 2020.
As many as 36 million adults in the U.S. suffer from some form of chronic jaw pain. What’s more, many of these may also experience other painful conditions like Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A 4-Step Process for Achieving Your Highest Oral Health Possible
posted: Jun. 03, 2020.
You know the basics for a healthy mouth: daily oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. But there are other elements unique to you that also factor into your oral Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Things You Can Do to Avoid Damage From Gum Recession
posted: May 24, 2020.
Gum recession is a serious oral condition in which the gums shrink back or “recede” from their normal position around the teeth. Because they're the primary protection for teeth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: May 14, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read moreCategory: Oral Health