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Your Age Won't Necessarily Decide Against Straightening Your Smile
posted: Dec. 04, 2017.
It’s something you think about often—especially when you look in a mirror or at a photo of yourself. You wish something could have been done about it a long Read more -
Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"
posted: Nov. 14, 2017.
Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand. Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house Read more -
What Are Dental Crowns?
posted: Nov. 03, 2017.
Smile problems? Dental crowns are dental restorations that completely cover the outside of the teeth and can correct many different types of cosmetic dental issues including broken, weakened, cracked, and Read more -
Why the Treatment Model for Your Jaw Joint Disorder Matters
posted: Oct. 30, 2017.
Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ), located where your lower jaw meets the skull, play an essential role in nearly every mouth function. It’s nearly impossible to eat or speak without Read more -
We may Still be Able to Save Your Tooth with a Root Canal Alternative
posted: Oct. 22, 2017.
Your tooth is in peril if its innermost layer, the pulp, becomes infected and inflamed. Deep tooth decay, repeated dental procedures or fractures can all expose the pulp and Read more -
Best Dietary Practices for Healthy Teeth and Gums
posted: Oct. 07, 2017.
Your diet can play as important a role in your dental health as brushing and flossing. What you eat (particularly sugar) could increase your risk of tooth decay despite Read more -
Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
posted: Sep. 22, 2017.
Did you see the move Cast Away starring Tom Hanks? If so, you probably remember the scene where Hanks, stranded on a remote island, knocks out his own abscessed Read more -
Lasers Poised to Transform Current Treatment for Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 07, 2017.
While lasers still seem like science fiction, they’ve been used commercially (and medically) for decades. But there’s still room for growth in practical applications with this developing technology. One Read more -
New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
posted: Aug. 23, 2017.
In real life he was a hard-charging basketball player through high school and college. In TV and the movies, he has gone head-to-head with serial killers, assorted bad guys… Read more -
Teeth Grinding in Older Children and Adolescents a Cause for Concern
posted: Aug. 08, 2017.
Teeth grinding is one childhood habit that sounds worse than it usually is: often the most harm done is to your night’s sleep. That said, though, it’s still a Read more -
One Dentist for Your Whole Family
posted: Jul. 26, 2017.
Many people struggle to make time to get to the dentist. With busy calendars full of many activities and responsibilities, organizing dental care for the whole family can be especially Read more -
(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
posted: Jul. 24, 2017.
During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His Read more -
Keep an Eye on Your Young Children's Fluoride Intake
posted: Jul. 16, 2017.
We've known for a long time that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel against decay. We've also learned that fluoride consumption early in life pays later dividends with healthier teeth. But while Read more -
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: Jul. 01, 2017.
Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs Read more -
A Bonded Retainer Could be a Preferred Choice over a Removable One
posted: Jun. 16, 2017.
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 Read more -
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
posted: Jun. 01, 2017.
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted Read more