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Kids, Cats and Canines: Dental Development Through the Ages
posted: Feb. 18, 2021.
What do young saber tooth tigers, which have been extinct about 10,000 years, have in common with human kids today? At first glance, not a lot. Smilodon fatalis, the big Read more -
It's Time to Show Your Gums Some Love
posted: Feb. 08, 2021.
February is Gum Disease Awareness Month, and we heartily agree that gums deserve their own month of special recognition. After all, they play an essential role keeping teeth securely in Read more -
Stay Vigilant with Oral Hygiene to Avoid Another Bout of Gum Disease
posted: Jan. 29, 2021.
Treating advanced periodontal (gum) disease takes time. If you have this destructive disease, it wouldn’t be uncommon for you to undergo several cleaning sessions to remove plaque from tooth and Read more -
Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
posted: Jan. 19, 2021.
Can you have healthy teeth and still have gum disease? Absolutely! And if you don’t believe us, just ask actor David Ramsey. The cast member of TV hits such as Read more -
Implant-Supported Dentures Provide Better Fit and may Stop Bone Loss
posted: Jan. 09, 2021.
Your dentures have served you well over the years. Lately, though, you’ve noticed the fit loosening in the lower denture. It’s not a new problem: you’ve had them refitted a Read more -
Limit Sugar in Your Diet for Better Oral and General Health
posted: Dec. 30, 2020.
Even after decades emphasizing oral hygiene and supplemental fluoride to fight dental disease, we’re now seeing an increase in tooth decay, especially among children. What’s causing this alarming trend?Many in Read more -
Sedation Can Help Create a More Positive Dental Experience for a Child
posted: Dec. 20, 2020.
You may not be nervous at all about visiting the dentist. But put yourself in a child’s place — a routine dental visit could be an anxious experience for them, Read more -
How You Too Could Have Lindsey Vonn's Viral Video Smile Makeover
posted: Dec. 10, 2020.
Instagram, America's humongous digital photo and video album, is chock-full of the silly, mundane, and poignant moments of people's everyday lives. That includes celebrities: Tom Hanks buying a used car; Read more -
New Dental Advances Promise Better Outcomes for Treating Decay
posted: Nov. 30, 2020.
Over the last century effectively treating a decayed tooth has often required removing any decayed structure with drilling and then filling the remaining cavity. While this approach does save teeth Read more -
Word Quiz on Oral Hygiene
posted: Nov. 20, 2020.
Yes, you brush your teeth every day. But how much do you really know about this important habit? Test your knowledge with our quiz on dental vocabulary.Choose the correct meaning Read more -
There's a Lot of Effort Behind the Scenes to Making Dentures Work for You
posted: Nov. 10, 2020.
For centuries, people who've lost all their teeth have worn dentures. Although materials in today's dentures are more durable and attractive than those in past generations, the basic design remains Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Oct. 31, 2020.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: his Read more -
New Advances Could Revolutionize Decay Treatment
posted: Oct. 21, 2020.
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 -
Immediate Implants Help you Avoid Disruptions in Your Appearance
posted: Oct. 11, 2020.
Dental implants are widely recognized as the best tooth replacement option available. For most people, though, it’s a long process: after a tooth is extracted the socket is allowed to Read more -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Oct. 01, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress you've Read more -
What's That on Your Teeth, Nick Jonas? How to Avoid a Similar Smile Oops
posted: Sep. 21, 2020.
Think no one is looking at your smile when you’re out in public? Nick Jonas’ recent experience might convince you otherwise. While the Jonas Brothers were performing during the 2020 Read more