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Irritating Cold Sore Outbreaks can be Controlled Through Medication
posted: Jun. 23, 2018.
Although normally benign, a cold sore outbreak can be irritating and embarrassing. Understanding why they occur is the first step to minimizing outbreaks. The typical cold sore (also known as Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
posted: Jun. 13, 2018.
Is a chipped tooth big news? It is if you’re Justin Bieber. When the pop singer recently posted a picture from the dental office to his instagram account, it Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A "Silent" Disease Gets Recognition
posted: Jun. 03, 2018.
Today, many people are taking positive steps to reduce the risks posed by major health problems like cancer, cardiopulmonary diseases, hypertension, and diabetes. But there’s one disease that makes Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Know Your Toothpaste: How to Simplify Your Purchasing Decision
posted: May 24, 2018.
Confused about which toothpaste to buy? You’re not alone — we’re all regularly confronted with multiple choices when we shop. But you can simplify your decision-making process by first remembering Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Offices Hold to the Highest Standards to Protect Patients from Infection
posted: May 14, 2018.
Our bodies wage a continuous war against enemies too small to be seen with the naked eye. If we’re healthy, our immune system will stop the vast majority of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: May 04, 2018.
What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Adjust Your Diet to Accommodate TMD to Maximize Nutrition
posted: Apr. 24, 2018.
Eating is one of the pleasures — and necessities — of life, but people who suffer from temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) may find eating no pleasure at all — Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Proper Brushing and Flossing Removes Disease-Causing Plaque
posted: Apr. 14, 2018.
You've been brushing your teeth since you were big enough to look over the bathroom sink: now you brush and floss every day. You do it because you know Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
There's a Lot of Effort Behind the Scenes to Making Dentures Work for You
posted: Mar. 30, 2018.
For centuries, people who've lost all their teeth have worn dentures. Although materials in today's dentures are more durable and attractive than those in past generations, the basic design Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Mar. 15, 2018.
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 -
For Your Teeth's Sake, Exercise Caution Consuming Energy or Sports Drinks
posted: Feb. 28, 2018.
Energy drink makers would have you believe their products are a healthy rehydration choice for athletes while also giving them keener focus and renewed vitality. But before adding them Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Is Dental Treatment Safe During Pregnancy?
posted: Feb. 13, 2018.
If you’re pregnant, you may find yourself pondering decisions you didn’t have to think about before. Should you have that glass of wine… or skip it, because of the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Metal Dental Amalgam: Still a Safe and Effective Tooth Filling
posted: Jan. 29, 2018.
With all the new tooth-colored fillings for cavities, it's easy to overlook metal amalgam. While this mainstay of dental care for over a century might not be as attractive Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Jan. 21, 2018.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Root Decay in Your Later Years Could Endanger Your Teeth
posted: Jan. 06, 2018.
As we age we become more susceptible to dental diseases. A common but often initially unnoticed problem for seniors is root decay. We’re all familiar with tooth decay in the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Baseball Fan Catches Her Own Knocked-Out Tooth
posted: Dec. 29, 2017.
When your favorite baseball team wins, it's hard not to get excited — especially if you're right there in the stadium. It's even better when a player tosses the Read moreCategory: Oral Health