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How to Deal with that Irritating Mouth Sore you keep Re-Biting
posted: Mar. 27, 2020.
We've all done it — suddenly bit the inside of our mouth while chewing food. All too often our cheek, lip or tongue finds itself in the way of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
posted: Mar. 17, 2020.
If you're well past your teen years, you probably have several reasons for not straightening your crooked smile: the expense, the time and the embarrassment of being a 30-, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Be Sure Your Child has Access to Dental-Friendly Snacks at School
posted: Mar. 07, 2020.
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 -
What's Causing Your Throbbing Toothache?
posted: Feb. 26, 2020.
There are few more painful experiences than a toothache. You can't ignore it: it's as if your mouth is screaming for relief. But while the throbbing pain can tell you Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
posted: Feb. 16, 2020.
Holistic medicine aims to provide healthcare for the “whole” person. While it's a worthy approach, the term has also been used to advance ideas, including in dentistry, at odds Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Feb. 06, 2020.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Fluoride Sources You Should Monitor for Your Family's Dental Health
posted: Jan. 27, 2020.
Fluoride is an important weapon in the fight against tooth decay. Fluoride consumption and other applications are especially beneficial during children's dental development for building strong teeth long-term. But the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Celebrating Paul Revere, Patriot and Dental Craftsman
posted: Jan. 17, 2020.
While celebrating all that a new year brings, take a moment to remember the New Year's Day birthday of a true American patriot: the legendary Paul Revere. Ironically, he Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here's How to Cut Through All the Choices to Find Your Right Toothbrush
posted: Jan. 07, 2020.
Henry Ford famously said a customer could have any color they wanted on their Model T “as long as it was black.” Those days are over—today’s cars and trucks Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Dec. 28, 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 -
Eating the Right Carbs Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
posted: Dec. 18, 2019.
As with most Western countries, we in the U.S. love our carbs. While fats and proteins make an appearance in our diets, many of us go full-tilt on sugars, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Can an App Help You Brush Your Teeth?
posted: Dec. 08, 2019.
If you’re the kind of person who can’t do without a smart phone, you’ve probably heard the expression “There’s an app for that!” These nifty little programs let you Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Understanding the Benefits - and Limitations - of Dental Insurance
posted: Nov. 28, 2019.
Most of us think of insurance as a means to protect us and our families from unforeseen loss. While that’s the general definition, some insurance plans — like dental Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Nov. 18, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
These Popular Drinks Could Put Your Enamel in Danger of Erosion
posted: Nov. 07, 2019.
Tooth enamel, to play on a phrase from Shakespeare, is made of “sterner stuff.” The strongest substance in the body, enamel can take years of biting and chewing and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
posted: Oct. 28, 2019.
While the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation have contributed to rising cancer survival rates, they can still have an adverse effect on the rest of the body. That includes Read moreCategory: Oral Health