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This Fourth of July, Declare Your Freedom From Dental Disease
posted: Jul. 03, 2021.
Every Fourth of July, we Americans celebrate the day we declared ourselves an independent nation. Amid the fireworks and cookouts, it's also a time for renewing our commitment to live Read more -
Friendly Bacteria Can Help Protect Our Mouths From Disease
posted: Jun. 23, 2021.
If you know anything about dental disease, then you know bacteria ranks high on the Usual Suspects list. Tooth decay gets its start from acid produced by bacteria; periodontal (gum) Read more -
Teeth Whitening: Know Your Options
posted: Jun. 13, 2021.
There are many reasons why teeth may need a whitening treatment to achieve an appealing brightness: what we eat and drink, natural aging, genetics, and the lack of dedication to Read more -
How Celine Dion Overcame Her Smile Obstacle
posted: Jun. 03, 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 -
Know the Kind of Smile You Want Before Cosmetic Dental Treatment
posted: May 24, 2021.
Before we discuss cosmetic options for transforming your smile, and before any preparations for treatment, there’s one question that needs to be answered: What do you want to be different Read more -
'Test Drive' Your Future Look after Dental Work with a Trial Smile
posted: May 14, 2021.
Most of us wouldn't think of buying a new car without a “test drive.” It's a serious investment, so you want to make sure you're comfortable with your new ride.Like Read more -
Protect Your Teeth and Gums During Physical Activities
posted: May 04, 2021.
As part of his "New Frontier," President Kennedy greatly expanded the President's Council on Physical Fitness. Sixty years later, it's still going strong—now as the President's Council on Sports, Fitness Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Apr. 24, 2021.
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, the Read more -
4 Things You Can Do to Avoid Damage From Gum Recession
posted: Apr. 14, 2021.
Gum recession is a serious oral condition in which the gums shrink back or “recede” from their normal position around the teeth. Because they're the primary protection for teeth below Read more -
Don't Throw Away Your Used Toothbrush - Repurpose It!
posted: Apr. 04, 2021.
From a dentist's perspective, toothbrushes have a limited lifespan: Bristles can fray after months of use, rendering them less effective in removing harmful dental plaque. The American Dental Association therefore Read more -
The Laser Revolution is Changing the Dental Healthcare
posted: Mar. 25, 2021.
Lasers have transformed our everyday lives, especially in healthcare. These intense beams of light of a single wavelength have revolutionized all manner of diagnostics and treatments, from general surgery to Read more -
Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
posted: Mar. 15, 2021.
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 Show, Read more -
Not Getting a Good Night's Sleep? Your Dentist May Be Able to Help
posted: Mar. 05, 2021.
If you live an average lifespan, you'll spend more than 200,000 hours in blissful slumber. It's not a waste, though: You absolutely need this much sleep to maintain optimum physical Read more -
Don't Ignore Tooth Pain - You May Need a Root Canal
posted: Feb. 23, 2021.
Tooth decay is one of the most common diseases in the world, nearly as prevalent as the common cold. It’s also one of the two major dental diseases—the other being Read more -
3 Ways We Can Improve a Smile Affected by Unformed Teeth
posted: Feb. 13, 2021.
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 to Read more -
Emma Roberts Confesses to Having a Major Sweet Tooth While Expecting
posted: Feb. 03, 2021.
Emma Roberts, star of American Horror Story (and niece of actress Julia Roberts), welcomed her first child at the end of 2020. She confessed that her love of sweets made Read more