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Prevent White Spots on Teeth While Wearing Braces with Diligent Oral Hygiene
posted: May 17, 2017.
After months of wearing braces it's time for the big reveal: your new and improved smile! Your once crooked teeth are now straight and uniform. But a look in the Read more -
Would Sealants Help My Child?
posted: May 04, 2017.
Would you like to reduce your child's risk of developing cavities? Consider a trip to the dentist's office for sealants. Charlotte, NC, family dentists Dr. Susan Hockaday and Dr. Jim Read more -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: May 02, 2017.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, Read more -
Watch for These Developing Bite Problems with Your Child's Teeth
posted: Apr. 17, 2017.
You may not always be able to tell if your child's bite isn't developing properly. Â That's why you should have them undergo an orthodontic evaluation around age 6 to Read more -
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
posted: Apr. 09, 2017.
Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Read more -
Practice Proactive Prevention to Enhance Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Mar. 25, 2017.
Like any parent you want your child to grow up healthy and strong. So be sure you don't neglect their dental care, a crucial part of overall health and Read more -
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: Mar. 10, 2017.
What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, Read more -
With Proper Care, you can Lower Your Risk of Tooth Loss as You Age
posted: Feb. 23, 2017.
While your chances of losing teeth increase as you age, it's not a given. With proper hygiene and care your teeth could last a lifetime. But brushing and flossing can Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Feb. 08, 2017.
When is the best time to floss your teeth: Morning? Bedtime? How about: whenever and wherever the moment feels right? For Cam Newton, award-winning NFL quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, Read more -
How Long Do Fillings Last?
posted: Feb. 07, 2017.
Fillings are a staple of restorative dentistry. Most people will have developed at least one, usually more, cavities by the time they reach adulthood. Dental fillings are designed to seal Read more -
There are Good Reasons to Check Your Blood Pressure During Dental Visits
posted: Jan. 24, 2017.
There are a lot of opportunities to have your blood pressure checked: your doctor's office, of course; your local pharmacy; health fairs; and the dentist's office. The last one Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Jan. 09, 2017.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of Read more -
Stop White Spots Before They Appear While Wearing Braces
posted: Jan. 01, 2017.
Braces can be a long, involved process, but gaining a more attractive smile and better oral health is worth it. Sometimes, though, braces can produce unintended short-term consequences. Brace brackets Read more -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Dec. 17, 2016.
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until Read more -
Correct a Cross-Bite by Widening the Upper Jaw with an Expander
posted: Nov. 25, 2016.
A poor bite (malocclusion) could be more than simply teeth out of alignment. There could be complex causes for the malocclusion, possibly involving the facial bone structure. An example of Read more -
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: Nov. 10, 2016.
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year Read more