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J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: Aug. 18, 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 a Read more -
Metal Dental Amalgam: Still a Safe and Effective Tooth Filling
posted: Aug. 08, 2020.
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 as Read more -
Preventive Care for Your Child is a Partnership between You and Your Dentist
posted: Jul. 29, 2020.
Like the rest of their bodies, children’s teeth and mouth are on a rapid development track. By the time they’re young adults, they will have had two sets of teeth, Read more -
3 Fluoride Sources You Should Monitor for Your Family's Dental Health
posted: Jul. 19, 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 truism Read more -
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: Jul. 09, 2020.
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year old Read more -
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
posted: Jun. 29, 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 with Read more -
Grafting can Help Regenerate Gum Tissue Lost Through Recession
posted: Jun. 19, 2020.
Gum recession — when the gum tissue covering teeth wears away — is a serious matter. If the roots become exposed you'll not only have increased sensitivity and possible discomfort, Read more -
Crown Lengthening Could Help with Treating Hard to Reach Cavities
posted: Jun. 09, 2020.
There is a primary principle dentists follow regarding tooth decay—treat it as soon as you find it. Something as simple and routine as filling a cavity could prevent future tooth Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: May 30, 2020.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may have Read more -
The Major Benefits of Early Childhood Dental Visits
posted: May 20, 2020.
For a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, it takes a lifetime of personal and professional care. Starting your child’s daily hygiene with the first tooth eruption is a must; Read more -
Only a Dental Exam can Identify the Root Cause of Your Tooth Pain
posted: May 10, 2020.
A toothache means you have tooth decay, right? Not necessarily — your pain could be signaling a number of potential causes. Determining where, how much and how often it hurts Read more -
Put an End to Uncomfortable and Embarrassing Cracked Mouth Corners
posted: Apr. 30, 2020.
We’ve all had physical ailments that were more irritating than serious. The problem of skin cracking at the corners of the mouth fits into that category.Both dentists and dermatologists encounter Read more -
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
posted: Apr. 20, 2020.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Miami Read more -
Treating a Baby Tooth with Inner Decay can be Complicated - but Still Necessary
posted: Apr. 10, 2020.
Even though a child’s primary (“baby”) teeth eventually give way, it’s still important to treat them if they become decayed. Primary teeth serve as guides for the emerging permanent teeth Read more -
Certain Treatments for Osteoporosis Could Complicate Oral Surgery
posted: Mar. 31, 2020.
Although periodontal (gum) disease is the most common cause of bone loss in the mouth, women at or past menopause face another condition that could cause complications with their oral Read more -
Treating Teeth Grinding Now Could Help Prevent Excessive Tooth Wear Later
posted: Mar. 21, 2020.
Your teeth naturally wear as you age, but you may be making it worse if you grind your teeth. Teeth grinding is a behavior that causes the teeth to gnash, Read more