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Even All-Natural Fruit Juice Could Increase the Risk of Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.
All-natural fruit juice with no additives: now what could be wrong with that? Nothing—unless your child is over-indulging. Too much of even natural fruit juice could increase their risk Read more -
Improve Your Dental Health by Mastering Your Brushing Skills
posted: Jul. 19, 2019.
You're not just a patient to your dentist—you're also a partner for achieving your best oral health possible. And it takes what both of you do to achieve it. No Read more -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Jul. 09, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read more -
Effective Dental Care Depends First on Getting the Big Picture
posted: Jun. 29, 2019.
You might see your teeth and gums as separate parts of your mouth. But we dentists see them as a unified biological system, each of them contributing to your Read more -
All Gum Disease Treatments Have the Same Goal - Removing Bacterial Plaque
posted: Jun. 19, 2019.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious infection that can damage more than periodontal tissues — supporting bone structure is also at risk. Any bone loss could eventually lead to Read more -
Why You Need a Long-Term Dental Care Plan
posted: Jun. 09, 2019.
Today’s healthcare patients are asking questions. They want to know the “why” behind the “what” that their care providers are recommending for their health. There’s a similar trend in dentistry Read more -
J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: May 30, 2019.
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave Read more -
Tooth Loss: A Health Risk for Older Adults
posted: May 20, 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 Read more -
Take Care of Your Dental Appliance to Extend its Longevity
posted: May 10, 2019.
What do dentures, retainers and nightguards have in common? Along with orthodontic aligners and athletic mouthguards, they’re all types of removable dental appliances. They also share another commonality: each Read more -
Your New Implants Need Proper Hygiene Just as Much as your Other Teeth
posted: Apr. 30, 2019.
So, you’ve just acquired an attractive restoration with dental implants. You may be thinking at least with these teeth you won’t have to worry about dental disease. Think again. While Read more -
Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
posted: Apr. 20, 2019.
Singer and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the Read more -
Don't Let an Eating Disorder Wreck Oral Health
posted: Apr. 10, 2019.
Eating disorders cause more than psychological harm. The binge-purge cycle of bulimia or the self-starvation patterns of anorexia can also injure the physical body, especially the mouth. For example, nine Read more -
Stop Teeth Grinding Now Before it Creates Dental Problems Later
posted: Mar. 31, 2019.
Chronic stress is like a tea kettle on the boil—all that “steam” has to go somewhere. We often do this through behaviors like biting our nails, binging on comfort Read more -
A Dental Exam Could Uncover an Eating Disorder
posted: Mar. 21, 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 Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: Mar. 11, 2019.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more -
Keep a Watchful Eye on Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit
posted: Mar. 01, 2019.
It can be alarming to be awakened in the middle of the night by a screeching, gritting sound coming from your child’s bedroom. No, it’s not a scene from Read more
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