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Why and How to Save a Diseased Tooth
posted: Apr. 12, 2020.

Let's say you have a diseased tooth you think might be on its last leg. It might be possible to save it, perhaps with a significant investment of time Read more
Are Lasers the Future for Treating Advanced Tooth Decay?
posted: Apr. 02, 2020.

Advanced tooth decay is a serious dental problem that can threaten an affected tooth's survival. But for decades now dentists have reliably used root canal treatment to better a Read more
Have Your Loose Tooth Examined as Soon as Possible
posted: Mar. 23, 2020.

A loose permanent tooth is not a good thing—and not something you should put off having examined. That’s because a loose tooth could soon become a lost tooth. How we Read more
Custom Mouthguards Aren't Just for NFL Superstars
posted: Mar. 13, 2020.

If while watching a Seattle Seahawks game you thought you saw wide receiver D. K. Metcalf sucking on a “binky,” your eyes weren’t deceiving you. Well, sort of not—he’s Read more
Here's How to Avoid Dry Socket After Tooth Extraction Surgery
posted: Mar. 03, 2020.

Surgical tooth extraction is a fairly routine procedure with few complications. But one rare complication called dry socket does affect a small number of patients. Dry socket, which derives Read more
Extracting a Tooth is a Routine Procedure
posted: Feb. 22, 2020.

Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with Read more
You May Need Orthodontics Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Feb. 12, 2020.

Sometimes you need only a single solution to improve your smile: teeth whitening to brighten stained teeth; porcelain veneers or crowns to mask dental flaws; or a life-like dental Read more
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: Feb. 02, 2020.

Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read more
Like the Pros, the Athlete in Your Family Needs a Mouthguard to Prevent Dental Injuries
posted: Jan. 23, 2020.

Super Bowl LIV is set for February 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, where the top two teams in pro football will vie for the coveted Read more
Tobacco: One Baseball Tradition We Can Do Without
posted: Jan. 13, 2020.

While sports like football, basketball and soccer have exploded in popularity over the last few decades, many Americans still have a soft spot for the granddaddy of them all: Read more
Avoid Permanent Tooth Alteration With No Prep Veneers
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.

Looking for an affordable way to beautify your smile? The answer could be dental veneers, thin wafers of porcelain bonded to the front of teeth to hide stains, chips Read more
Charlize Theron Back in Action After Dental Surgery
posted: Dec. 24, 2019.

When they’re introducing a new movie, actors often take a moment to pay tribute to the people who helped make it happen — like, you know, their dentists. At Read more
Here's How to Cut Through All the Choices to Find Your Right Toothbrush
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.

Henry Ford famously said a customer could have any color they wanted on their Model T “as long as it was black.” Those days are over—today’s cars and trucks Read more
Don't Worry About Dental Amalgam: It's Safe for Treating Cavities
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.

Dental amalgam—also known as “silver fillings”—has been used for nearly a hundred years to treat cavities. There are several reasons why this mixture of metals has been the go-to Read more
Don't Delay Treatment of Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.

Periodontal (gum) disease is a bacterial infection, which if left untreated could cause gum recession, bone loss and eventually tooth loss. Caused mainly by plaque left on tooth surfaces Read more
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.

Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read more

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