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You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may have Read more -
CT Imaging Technology Can Improve Outcomes for Complex Dental Problems
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.
The mouth is a crowded place with nerves, blood vessels and sinus cavities sharing common space with the teeth and gums. Although important in their own right, these structures can Read more -
A Shingles Outbreak Could Interrupt Your Dental Care
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.
A shingles outbreak can be painful and embarrassing. It could also interfere with many areas of your life—including your dental care.Known medically as herpes zoster, shingles is a viral form Read more -
Home Whitening Kits are Safe and Effective, if Used the Right Way
posted: Mar. 14, 2021.
You’re satisfied with your smile appearance except for one thing — your teeth aren’t as white and bright as you wish they could be. So, you’ve decided to do something Read more -
Take It From Taylor Swift - Losing Your Orthodontic Retainer is No Fun
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.
For nearly two decades, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has dominated the pop and country charts. In December she launched her ninth studio album, called evermore, and in January she delighted fans Read more -
Not All Bacteria are Harmful to Oral Health
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.
Most people associate bacteria with disease and ill health. But the real story about the trillions of microscopic organisms now living in and on your body is a bit more Read more -
The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
posted: Feb. 12, 2021.
While the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation have contributed to rising cancer survival rates, they can still have an adverse effect on the rest of the body. That includes the Read more -
Eating the Right Kind of Carbs Can Help You Avoid Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 02, 2021.
There are great health benefits to eating better, including for your teeth and gums. But to determine your ideal diet, you'll have to come to terms with carbohydrates, the sugars, Read more -
Tom Cruise Transformed His Smile Through Braces and so Can You
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
Maverick is back! Tom Cruise’s iconic ace from 1986’s Top Gun is returning in Top Gun: Maverick as a mentor to a new generation of elite fighter pilots. Today’s Maverick Read more -
Porcelain Veneers: A Less Invasive Way to Transform Your Smile
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
There are a number of ways to improve unsightly teeth. You can, of course, replace them with dental implants — but not if they're still viable. You can crown them: Read more -
How Long Is the Implant Process? It Depends on Your Bone Health
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
If you're thinking about getting dental implants, you may be curious about how long it might take. The answer depends on the health of your supporting bone.Bone is an integral Read more -
Flossing Daily Around Implants will Help Prevent Losing Your Bridge
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
Implant-supported fixed bridges are growing in popularity because they offer superior support to traditional bridges or dentures. They can also improve bone health thanks to the affinity between bone cells Read more -
AGT's Simon Cowell Updates His Smile With Veneers and So Can You!
posted: Dec. 14, 2020.
It's been a rough year for all of us, but especially for Simon Cowell. The famous entrepreneur and brutally honest talent judge on American Idol and America's Got Talent underwent Read more -
Keep a Lid on Sugar This Holiday for Healthier Teeth and Gums
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
During this time of year, many of us dust off traditional family recipes and make our favorite holiday treats. There is, however, a small price to pay for all that Read more -
Quitting Smoking can Improve the Health of Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
While cigarette smoking has been linked with lung cancer and heart disease, it, can also contribute to dental disease. You can reduce these risks by doing one thing — quitting Read more -
Keep Up Good Dental Habits in College to Protect Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Nov. 14, 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