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Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
updated: Apr. 18, 2016
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Early Intervention can Correct Abnormal Upper Jaw and Palate Growth
updated: Apr. 10, 2016
Poor bites, also known as “malocclusions,” can have a dramatic impact on mouth function and appearance. Moving teeth to better positions will solve most of these bite problems — Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Noah Galloway's Dentally Dangerous Dancing
updated: Mar. 26, 2016
For anyone else, having a tooth accidentally knocked out while practicing a dance routine would be a very big deal. But not for Dancing With The Stars contestant Noah Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Advantages to Using Composite Resins for Restoring Teeth
updated: Mar. 11, 2016
Restoring chipped, stained or decayed teeth with dental porcelain is a tried and true method that’s been used for decades. In recent years, though, restorations made with composite resin Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
updated: Feb. 25, 2016
Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Persistent Jaw Pain After an Injury Needs Immediate Attention
updated: Feb. 10, 2016
Accidents happen. And if an accident causes an injury to your jaws or surrounding facial area, it could result in serious damage. Without prompt treatment, that damage could be Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
updated: Jan. 19, 2016
Did you see the move Cast Away starring Tom Hanks? If so, you probably remember the scene where Hanks, stranded on a remote island, knocks out his own abscessed Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Your Other Teeth May Need Straightening Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
updated: Jan. 04, 2016
You’re ready to have that missing tooth replaced with a dental implant or other life-like restoration. But we may first have to address another problem — moving the teeth Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
updated: Dec. 27, 2015
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Changes in Bone Structure can Affect Denture Fit
updated: Dec. 05, 2015
It’s a common problem for denture wearers: after years of a comfortable fit, your dentures now seem to be uncomfortably loose. The reason, though, may have more to do Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lamar Odom Rebounds From Dental Anxiety
updated: Nov. 20, 2015
Professional basketball player Lamar Odom is sometimes known as “the candyman” because of his notorious fondness for sweets. But when his sweet tooth finally caught up with him — Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Crowns Could be the 'Smile' Solution for Some Unattractive Teeth
updated: Nov. 05, 2015
While dental implants have become the most popular restoration among both dentists and patients, it’s primarily a tooth replacement — either for a missing tooth or a tooth beyond repair Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
updated: Oct. 21, 2015
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Is Laser Treatment a Good Option for Controlling Gum Disease?
updated: Oct. 06, 2015
Although techniques for treating periodontal (gum) disease can vary, they all boil down to one objective: remove the bacterial plaque and calculus (hardened plaque deposits) that cause the infection. Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
updated: Sep. 21, 2015
When Entertainment Tonight host Nancy O’Dell set out to teach her young daughter Ashby how to brush her teeth, she knew the surest path to success would be to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Care Early in Life can Impact Oral Health in our Later Years
updated: Sep. 13, 2015
Our bodies are constantly changing as we age. Although the most rapid development occurs during childhood and adolescence, our bones, soft tissue and bodily systems will continue to change, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures