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Here's What You Need To Know About Dental Insurance and Choosing a Crown
posted: Jan. 22, 2021.
Millions of Americans rely on dental insurance to help them better afford dental care. Depending on the benefit package, an insurance policy can be useful in restoring dental health Read more -
Your Gums Need Extra Care After Periodontal Disease
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.
We all benefit from regular dental care, regardless of our state of oral health. But if you've experienced periodontal (gum) disease, those regular dental visits are even more important Read more -
Eliminating an Infant's Lip or Tongue Tie Can Make Breastfeeding Easier
posted: Jan. 01, 2021.
Most babies come into the world ready and able to nourish at their mother's breast—no training required! About one in ten children, though, may have a structural abnormality with Read more -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Dec. 20, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read more -
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Dec. 08, 2020.
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in Read more -
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
posted: Nov. 28, 2020.
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should Read more -
Keep Your Child's Fluoride Intake at a Safe but Effective Level
posted: Nov. 18, 2020.
Fluoride is an important part of your child's dental development. But if children take in too much of this important mineral, they could experience enamel fluorosis, a condition in Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Nov. 08, 2020.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting Read more -
Could a Metal Allergy Stop You From Getting Dental Implants?
posted: Oct. 29, 2020.
The subject of allergies covers a wide swath in medicine. Among other things, people have allergic reactions to animal fur, various foods and plant pollen. The effects are equally Read more -
4 Ways Saliva Protects Your Mouth Against Disease
posted: Oct. 19, 2020.
Brushing and flossing daily, and dental visits at least twice a year: These are the essential things you should be doing to protect your teeth and gums against dental Read more -
There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
posted: Oct. 09, 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 -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Sep. 29, 2020.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read more -
Implants Can Make It Easier to Restore Missing Teeth in Stages
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.
A fair number of people with total tooth loss have arrived at this point after a long history of dental issues. It's quite likely they've had a series of Read more -
Want to Improve Your Athletic Performance? Try Tuning Up Your Dental Care
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.
After a long hiatus, school athletes are gearing up for another sports year. Given the pandemic, they may be modifying some of their usual habits and practices. But one Read more -
Don't Forget Brushing and Flossing Even During Summer's Dog Days
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.
"The Dog Days of summer" once referred to the rise of Sirius (the "Dog Star") with the morning sun during the month of August. Today, however, the term has Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
According to Forbes Magazine, Kylie Jenner is the world's youngest billionaire at age 22. Daughter of Caitlyn (Bruce) Jenner and Kris Jenner, Kylie is the founder and owner of Read more