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Could a Metal Allergy Stop You From Getting Dental Implants?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 19, 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
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Category: Dental Procedures
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There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
Author:
Anonymous
updated: 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.
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Category: Oral Health
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Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 29, 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
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Category: Dental Procedures
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3 Ways to Protect Your Dental Work From an Early Demise
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 19, 2020
There have been vast improvements over the years in various methods to restore diseased, damaged or missing teeth. A lot of this is due to better restorative materials that
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Category: Oral Health
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Act Quickly With a Knocked Out Tooth to Ensure Its Long-Term Survival
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 09, 2020
We Americans love our sports, whether as participants or spectators. But there's also a downside to contact sports like soccer, football or basketball: a higher risk of injury, particularly
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 30, 2020
It's normal for people to breathe through their nose. And for good reason: Nasal breathing filters contaminants, warms and humidifies incoming air, and helps generate beneficial nitric oxide. Chronic
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Category: Oral Health
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Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 20, 2020
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but
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Category: Oral Health
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2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 10, 2020
While retainers are often viewed as a nuisance, they’re crucial to protect the gains made with bite correction. Without them, all of the progress achieved through braces or clear
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Stop Plaque Buildup Around Your Implant-Supported Bridge With Flossing
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 31, 2020
Losing your teeth can be a traumatic experience with serious consequences for your overall health. Fortunately, you have great options for replacing lost teeth that can restore both appearance
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Enjoy Your Ice Cream - But Just a Little for Your Dental Health's Sake
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 21, 2020
If you love ice cream, then you'll get a kick out of this: Your favorite treat has its own month. That's right, July is National Ice Cream Month, when
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Category: Oral Health
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You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 11, 2020
The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Sedation Therapy Can Help Anxious Patients Get the Dental Care They Need
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 01, 2020
Dental visit anxiety is a serious problem: Half of all Americans admit to some level of dental fear, while 15% avoid dental care altogether due to acute anxiety. The
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Category: Oral Health
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Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 21, 2020
Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good
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Category: Oral Health
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How to Protect Dental Health in the Later Years of Life
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 11, 2020
As we get older, we become more susceptible to chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease or arthritis. We can also begin to see more problems with our teeth
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Category: Oral Health
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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 01, 2020
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics.
This summer
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Friendly Bacteria Can Help Protect Our Mouths From Disease
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 22, 2020
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
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Category: Oral Health