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4 Important Facts About Gum Recession and What You can do About It
posted: Jul. 24, 2021.

While gum recession is a common occurrence related to aging, it’s not just an “old person’s disease.” It can happen to anyone, even someone with a relatively healthy mouth. And Read more
What You Can Do About Bad Breath (Unless You're a Famous Actress Pranking Your Co-Star)
posted: Jul. 14, 2021.

Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence is a highly paid actress, Oscar winner, successful producer and…merry prankster. She's the latter, at least with co-star Liam Hemsworth: It seems Lawrence deliberately ate tuna Read more
A Better Version of a Denture or Bridge With Dental Implants
posted: Jul. 04, 2021.

A wise sage once said the largest room in the world is the "room for improvement." Indeed, many modern advances would never have happened if someone hadn't first asked, "How Read more
Do This For a Healthier Mouth and Overall Well-Being
posted: Jun. 24, 2021.

Health is on everyone's mind, especially after dealing with COVID-19 this past year. Beyond the immediate concerns of coping with this novel coronavirus, many are taking a closer look at Read more
There's Still Hope for a Re-Infected Tooth After Root Canal Treatment
posted: Jun. 14, 2021.

Most first-time root canal treatments achieve their purpose in saving an internally decayed tooth and extending its life to match those of the patient’s non-decayed teeth. Occasionally, though, a root Read more
How Celine Dion Overcame Her Smile Obstacle
posted: Jun. 04, 2021.

For over three decades, Celine Dion has amazed audiences and fans with her powerful singing voice. Best known for her recording of "My Heart Will Go On," the theme song Read more
Answering Your Questions about Your Upcoming Teeth Whitening
posted: May 25, 2021.

Whitening can transform the dullest teeth into a dazzling smile fit for a Hollywood star. But before you undergo a whitening procedure, you might have a few questions about it. Read more
New Advances Could Revolutionize Decay Treatment
posted: May 15, 2021.

The basics for treating tooth decay have changed little since the father of modern dentistry Dr. G.V. Black developed them in the early 20th Century. Even though technical advances have Read more
A Bonded Retainer - Another Option for Keeping Your New, Straight Smile
posted: May 05, 2021.

For some, the excitement over their braces coming off gets dampened a bit with the prospect of now having to wear a retainer. But it has to be—newly realigned teeth Read more
Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You
posted: Apr. 25, 2021.

Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Jewell Read more
Understanding the Benefits - and Limitations - of Dental Insurance
posted: Apr. 15, 2021.

Most of us think of insurance as a means to protect us and our families from unforeseen loss. While that’s the general definition, some insurance plans — like dental — Read more
Smile Enhancements That Could Make Your Wedding Day Like No Other
posted: Apr. 05, 2021.

Each of life's moments are precious—but some are more precious than others. For one like your wedding day, you want to look your very best.Be sure your teeth and gums Read more
Stains from Within a Tooth Require Professional Whitening
posted: Mar. 26, 2021.

Whether performed in a dental office or using a home kit, teeth whitening applications are quite effective for bleaching exterior (extrinsic) stains on enamel surfaces. But what if your discoloration Read more
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Mar. 16, 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
On World Oral Health Day Take Pride in Your Mouth With These Care Tips
posted: Mar. 06, 2021.

Do you remember your first new car? It purred like a kitten with a brilliant finish you could see a mile away. And my, oh my, the attention you gave Read more
Implant-Supported Dentures Could Boost Your Jawbone Health
posted: Feb. 24, 2021.

People have depended on dentures for generations—and they still do. That's because they work, both in restoring dental function and a smile marred by missing teeth.But they have one major Read more