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Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Jun. 03, 2020.
Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good Read more -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: May 24, 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 more -
Ultra-Thin Veneers Might Help You Avoid Enamel Removal
posted: May 14, 2020.
Dental veneers—thin, life-like layers of porcelain bonded to teeth—can turn a so-so smile into a beautiful one. But most veneers have a distinct drawback: To make them look as Read more -
4 Things You Can Do to Avoid Damage From Gum Recession
posted: May 04, 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 more -
Get the Facts About Popular Artificial Sweeteners
posted: Apr. 24, 2020.
Barley malt, corn syrup, maltodextrin — these and over fifty other label ingredients are all names for refined sugar. Under its various aliases, this sweet carbohydrate is tucked away Read more -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Apr. 14, 2020.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read more -
Helpful Health Tips & Recommendations During Quarantine
posted: Apr. 11, 2020.
When you have a cold or the flu, taking care of your body is your top priority—and that includes your mouth. It’s important to take care of your dental health Read more -
Avoid Becoming a Dental Injury Statistic - Get a Custom Mouthguard for Your Young Athlete
posted: Apr. 04, 2020.
Other than tooth decay, children don't encounter dental disease to the extent adults do. But injuries are another story: More than 5 million teeth are knocked loose each year, Read more -
Your 'Toothache' Might not be Caused by a Tooth
posted: Mar. 25, 2020.
A toothache means a tooth has a problem, right? Most of the time, yes: the pain comes from a decayed or fractured tooth, or possibly a gum infection causing Read more -
Tell Your Dentist if You're Having a Shingles Outbreak
posted: Mar. 15, 2020.
Shingles is a painful viral infection that could potentially recur in sufferers for years. It causes painful skin rashes, general nerve pain, fever and fatigue. In extreme cases, it Read more -
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Mar. 05, 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 more -
Why Vaping isn't a Safe Choice for Your Oral Health
posted: Feb. 24, 2020.
Vaping, the use of an electronic cigarette or E-cigarette, has exploded in popularity over the last few years. But although touted by proponents as a cleaner and healthier alternative Read more -
A Loose Tooth is a Sign of Deeper Dental Trouble
posted: Feb. 14, 2020.
A loose primary (“baby”) tooth is often a cause for celebration. A loose permanent tooth, however, is a cause for concern. A permanent tooth shouldn't even wiggle. If you have Read more -
See Your Dentist to Find out the Real Cause for Your Tooth Pain
posted: Feb. 04, 2020.
If you have tooth pain, we want to know about it. No, really—we want to know all about it. Is the pain sharp or dull? Is it emanating from Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Jan. 25, 2020.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read more -
Like the Pros, the Athlete in Your Family Needs a Mouthguard to Prevent Dental Injuries
posted: Jan. 15, 2020.
Super Bowl LIV is set for February 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, where the top two teams in pro football will vie for the coveted Read more
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