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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Reducing Your Child's Dental Anxiety Now Could Benefit Them for a Lifetime
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 12, 2020
If you're a parent, raising kids can be a great adventure. It can also rev up your stress meter in a heartbeat. One area in particular can give you
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3 Surprising Things You Should Be Doing to Improve Your Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 02, 2020
You already know the basics for healthy and attractive teeth and gums: brush and floss every day; and have your teeth cleaned and checked by a dentist every six
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Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 22, 2020
This year's Carol Burnett Award, presented at the Golden Globes, goes to Ellen DeGeneres for her “outstanding contributions to the television medium on or off the screen.” This is
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Think Twice Before Considering Botox for Chronic Jaw Pain Relief
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 12, 2020
Chronic jaw pain can be an unnerving experience that drains the joy out of life. And because of the difficulty in controlling it patients desperate for relief may tread
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Extracting a Tooth is a Routine Procedure
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 02, 2020
Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with
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Manage Your GERD Symptoms to Prevent Enamel Erosion
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 23, 2020
Most dental problems arise from tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But they aren't the only source of danger to your teeth—gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) could be just as
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J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 13, 2020
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave
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Why Vaping isn't a Safe Choice for Your Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 03, 2020
Vaping, the use of an electronic cigarette or E-cigarette, has exploded in popularity over the last few years. But although touted by proponents as a cleaner and healthier alternative
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Test Your Expertise in Caring for Your Child's Dental Health With This Short Quiz
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 22, 2020
Your child’s current dental care sets the stage for good oral health later in life. It’s essential, therefore, that you know how best to protect their teeth and gums.
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