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Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
If you're well past your teen years, you probably have several reasons for not straightening your crooked smile: the expense, the time and the embarrassment of being a 30-, Read more -
Practice the Dental Care Basics to Ensure a Healthy Smile
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
For over half a century, dentists have promoted a proven strategy for sound dental health. Not only is this strategy effective, it’s simple too: brush and floss every day, Read more -
There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
As the old Fifties song goes, “Little things mean a lot.” They can also be the most irritating, like a hangnail, a papercut—or a certain kind of oral sore. Read more -
Use Appropriate Hygiene Products for Maximum Smile Protection
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
After years of research, we're confident in saying that brushing and flossing daily are essential for maintaining a healthy mouth. A mere five minutes a day performing these tasks Read more -
Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of Read more -
Dental Implants Could Help You Avoid This Long-Term Effect of Losing Teeth
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
What happens when you lose a tooth? In the short-run, it can certainly undermine your appearance and ability to efficiently chew and digest food. But a chain of events Read more -
3 Ways We Can Improve a Smile Affected by Unformed Teeth
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
On the way to adulthood, permanent teeth steadily erupt until, if all goes normally, you have a full set of teeth. Sometimes, though, one or more teeth may fail Read more -
Studies Show Vaping May Not Be Safer for Oral Health Than Tobacco
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
There's ample evidence tobacco smoking increases your risk for tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But the same may be true for electronic cigarettes (E-cigs): Although millions have turned Read more -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read more -
Unpleasant Cracked Mouth Corners Can Be Treated and Prevented
posted: Sep. 05, 2020.
Ever have a paper cut or an irritated hangnail? They're not considered major health problems, but, boy, can they sting! Something similar can occur in the corners of your mouth Read more -
Stop Plaque Buildup Around Your Implant-Supported Bridge With Flossing
posted: Aug. 26, 2020.
Losing your teeth can be a traumatic experience with serious consequences for your overall health. Fortunately, you have great options for replacing lost teeth that can restore both appearance Read more -
Floss First or Brush First? You Be the Judge
posted: Aug. 16, 2020.
Brushing and flossing are two of the best things you can do to fight dental disease and maintain healthy teeth and gums. Or is it flossing and brushing? What we Read more -
Zac Efron's Smile Transformation Could Happen to You
posted: Aug. 06, 2020.
Actor Zac Efron has one of the top smiles in a business known for beautiful smiles. Bursting on the scene in 2006 at age 18 in High School Musical, Read more -
That Odd 'Lacy' Mouth Sore is No Cause for Alarm
posted: Jul. 27, 2020.
Looking in the mirror, you probably focus on your teeth and gums—i.e., your smile. Your dentist, though, will take the time to look deeper into your mouth, searching for Read more -
Whatever Your Vacation Plans This Year, Don't Forget Teeth and Gum Care
posted: Jul. 17, 2020.
COVID-19 containment restrictions could put a kink in many of our vacation plans this summer. With leisure air travel discouraged and popular attractions like Disney closed, this may be Read more -
Enjoy Your Ice Cream - But Just a Little for Your Dental Health's Sake
posted: Jul. 07, 2020.
If you love ice cream, then you'll get a kick out of this: Your favorite treat has its own month. That's right, July is National Ice Cream Month, when Read more
