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Celebrate World Smile Day With More Attractive Teeth
posted: Oct. 18, 2019.
The smiley face: It’s been around forever. Except it hasn’t—someone created it. No, not Forrest Gump (but good guess!), but graphic artist Harvey Ball in 1963 to help boost Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Oct. 08, 2019.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Health of Your Mouth Could Affect the Rest of Your Body
posted: Sep. 28, 2019.
“No man is an island….” So wrote the poet John Donne four centuries ago. And while he meant the unity of humanity, the metaphor could equally apply to the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The 3 Top Causes for Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Sep. 18, 2019.
Like other living tissue, your teeth can feel. Dentin, the layer below the enamel, houses fluid-filled conduits that transmit temperature or pressure sensations to a nerve network within the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your Dentist Might Hold the Key to Solving Your Sleep Apnea Problem
posted: Sep. 08, 2019.
When you awake in the morning do you still feel exhausted? Are you irritable during the day, unable to think or focus clearly? Is your loud snoring bothering your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: Aug. 29, 2019.
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 Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Let Summer Heat Increase Your Risk of Dental Disease
posted: Aug. 19, 2019.
In many parts of the country, summer is often a synonym for "blast furnace" and can be downright hot and miserable. If you find yourself in such a climate, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Preventing Decay in Primary Teeth Promises Better Health Now and Later
posted: Aug. 09, 2019.
True or false: there’s no cause for concern about tooth decay until your child’s permanent teeth erupt. False—decayed primary teeth can lead to potentially serious consequences later in life. Although “baby” Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Increase Your Implant's Success Chances by Keeping Your Gums Healthy
posted: Jul. 30, 2019.
If you’ve just received a dental implant restoration, congratulations! This proven smile-changer is not only life-like, it’s also durable: more than 95% of implants survive at least 10 years. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Jul. 20, 2019.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How to Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy During Pregnancy
posted: Jul. 10, 2019.
While pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers, it can pose extra health challenges. This is especially true regarding dental health. Because of hormonal changes that naturally occur during Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Ways to Reduce the Bacteria in Your Mouth that Cause Tooth Decay
posted: Jun. 30, 2019.
Tooth decay doesn’t suddenly appear out of the blue. Cavities and other damage are the result of a long process that begins with bacteria living in a thin biofilm Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What You can Do to Stop Sugar from Harming Your Health
posted: Jun. 20, 2019.
Occurrences of obesity and Type 2 diabetes have soared in the last few decades. While there are a number of influencing factors, health officials place most of the blame Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening
posted: Jun. 10, 2019.
Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates knows how important it is to present your best face to the world — and one of the most important features of that face Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Mouthguard for NBA Star Isaiah Thomas
posted: May 31, 2019.
Even after losing a tooth in an on-court collision with an opposing player, Isaiah Thomas didn’t slow down. The Boston Celtics point guard completed the play…and the rest of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
With Proper Care, you can Lower Your Risk of Tooth Loss as You Age
posted: May 21, 2019.
While your chances of losing teeth increase as you age, it's not a given. With proper hygiene and care your teeth could last a lifetime. But brushing and flossing can Read moreCategory: Oral Health