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3 Things You Should Know About Teeth Grinding
updated: Mar. 29, 2019
Do you grind your teeth? If you're not sure, ask your family—sometimes the sound of teeth grinding against teeth might make enough noise to be keeping them up at Read more -
New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
updated: Mar. 19, 2019
In real life he was a hard-charging basketball player through high school and college. In TV and the movies, he has gone head-to-head with serial killers, assorted bad guys… Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Case for Moving Just a Few Teeth Orthodontically
updated: Mar. 09, 2019
We often associate orthodontics with moving several teeth on the upper or lower arches (or both) with braces or clear aligners. But not all patients require a major endeavor Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Age-Related Dental Problems and what you can do About Them
updated: Feb. 27, 2019
Like other aspects of our lives, aging can take a toll on our smile. Over a lifetime the effects of disease, teeth wearing and the foods we eat can Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Composite Resin Could Amp up Your Teeth's Attractiveness in Just One Visit
updated: Feb. 17, 2019
It might not rise to the level of a miracle, but cosmetic dentistry can achieve some amazing outcomes with unattractive teeth. A skilled and experienced dentist can turn "ugly Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
updated: Feb. 07, 2019
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Ways Orthodontic Techniques Could Prevent a Poor Bite
updated: Jan. 28, 2019
While orthodontists can effectively correct most poor bites (malocclusions), some can be quite complex requiring much time and expense. But there's good news—we often don't have to wait on Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Stay Hydrated in Winter for Better Year-Round Oral Hygiene
updated: Jan. 18, 2019
Whether you live in the snow belt or the sunny south, the winter season often means a change in the weather. In many places, the sun isn't as strong Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
NSAIDs Could be Just as Effective as Narcotics Managing Dental Pain
updated: Jan. 08, 2019
Like other healthcare providers, dentists have relied for decades on the strong pain relief of opioid (narcotic) drugs for patients after dental work. As late as 2012, doctors and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Neil Patrick Harris: What the Oscars Host Treasures Most
updated: Dec. 29, 2018
A few days before the Oscars, Vanity Fair magazine asked Academy Awards host Neil Patrick Harris to name his most treasured possession. Was it his Tony award statuette for Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Visits are Key to Detecting Early Developing Tooth Decay
updated: Dec. 19, 2018
Tooth decay is as relentless as it is destructive, and it makes little distinction between age, gender, ethnicity or social status. Although risk levels vary from person to person, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Regardless of What You've Seen Online, Don't Fear a Root Canal Treatment
updated: Dec. 09, 2018
With smart phone in hand, you can instantaneously find out just about anything. Unfortunately, online search results aren’t always accurate. Case in point: there’s an idea floating on the Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
updated: Nov. 29, 2018
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
updated: Nov. 19, 2018
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Stainless Steel Crown Could Help a Struggling Primary Molar Last Longer
updated: Nov. 09, 2018
Although primary (“baby”) teeth have a lifespan of only a few years, they’re still important to a child’s current and future dental health. In the present, they help a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Be Sure Your Child has Access to Dental-Friendly Snacks at School
updated: Oct. 30, 2018
While you do all you can to provide your child healthy meals and snacks at home, they still face tempting choices for unhealthy fare when they’re away. Unfortunately, their Read moreCategory: Oral Health