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Keep Your Child's Fluoride Intake at a Safe but Effective Level
updated: Dec. 28, 2020
Fluoride is an important part of your child's dental development. But if children take in too much of this important mineral, they could experience enamel fluorosis, a condition in Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
updated: Dec. 18, 2020
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read more -
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
updated: Dec. 08, 2020
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should Read more -
The Kind of Tooth Pain You Have May Identify the True Problem
updated: Nov. 28, 2020
Pain can tell you things. Not verbally, of course, as in, “Hey, your appendix is inflamed!” But the quality of your pain—dull or sharp, constant or intermittent, acute or Read more -
A Mild NSAID May Be All You Need To Manage Discomfort After Dental Work
updated: Nov. 18, 2020
Undergoing dental work is for the most part a pain-free affair. But once you're home and the anesthetic begins to wear off, you may have some discomfort. Fortunately, most post-procedure Read more -
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
updated: Nov. 08, 2020
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, Read more -
Your Teeth Don't Grow Like a Squirrel's, So Protect Them From Excessive Wear
updated: Oct. 29, 2020
The humble squirrel—darlings to some, bird feeder-robbing nuisances to others—has its own month. Since 1995, the Squirrel Lovers Club of Chicago has celebrated October as Squirrel Awareness Month to Read more -
Could a Metal Allergy Stop You From Getting Dental Implants?
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 Read more -
There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
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. Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
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 Read more -
3 Ways to Protect Your Dental Work From an Early Demise
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 Read more -
Act Quickly With a Knocked Out Tooth to Ensure Its Long-Term Survival
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 Read more -
Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
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 Read more -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
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 Read more -
2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
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 Read more -
Stop Plaque Buildup Around Your Implant-Supported Bridge With Flossing
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 Read more