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How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Jun. 03, 2019.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his hit Read more -
Take Care of Your Dental Appliance and It Will Take Care of You
posted: May 24, 2019.
What do a teenager with a poor bite, a senior citizen with multiple missing teeth or a middle-aged person with a teeth grinding habit all have in common? They may Read more -
Orthodontic Headgear: What It Is and Why It May be Needed
posted: May 14, 2019.
Most of us are quite familiar with what traditional braces look like. But occasionally we see more complex-looking devices being worn by young orthodontic patients: thicker wires that extend outside Read more -
Keep an Eye on Your Family's Fluoride Intake
posted: May 04, 2019.
Fluoride is a critical weapon in the war against tooth decay. But this natural chemical proven to strengthen tooth enamel has also aroused suspicion over the years that it might Read more -
Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
posted: Apr. 24, 2019.
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source of Read more -
Keep a Close Eye on Your Child's Fluoride Intake
posted: Apr. 14, 2019.
Fluoride has been proven to strengthen tooth enamel against decay. That’s why it’s not only added to toothpaste and other dental products, but also to drinking water — in nearly Read more -
A Minor Procedure Could Make Breastfeeding Easier for You and Your Baby
posted: Apr. 04, 2019.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and other healthcare organizations recommend breastfeeding as the best means for infant feeding. While bottle feeding can supply the nutrition necessary for a baby's healthy Read more -
Practice Proactive Prevention to Enhance Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Mar. 25, 2019.
Like any parent you want your child to grow up healthy and strong. So be sure you don't neglect their dental care, a crucial part of overall health and well-being.The Read more -
Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
posted: Mar. 14, 2019.
When Entertainment Tonight host Nancy O’Dell set out to teach her young daughter Ashby how to brush her teeth, she knew the surest path to success would be to make Read more -
Here's How to Manage School Snacks and Your Child's Dental Health
posted: Mar. 04, 2019.
Besides daily hygiene and regular dental visits, the best thing you can do for your kids' dental health is to see that they're eating a nutritious diet. And not just Read more -
4 Things to Avoid if You Want to Support Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Feb. 22, 2019.
Your child's oral development generates considerable changes during their "growing up" years. There are a number of things you can do to help support their development—but also things you shouldn't.Here Read more -
Protect Your Child's Long-Term Dental Health with Regular Office Visits
posted: Feb. 12, 2019.
When does dental care begin for a child? In the truest sense, before they're born. Although the first teeth won't erupt until months after birth, they're already forming in the Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Feb. 02, 2019.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: his Read more -
A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
posted: Jan. 23, 2019.
Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early?The answer is yes — premature Read more -
3 Things You Might Notice with Your Child's Teeth That Need a Dentist
posted: Jan. 13, 2019.
Dental disease doesn’t discriminate by age. Although certain types of disease are more common in adults, children are just as susceptible, particularly to tooth decay.Unfortunately, the early signs of disease Read more -
Topical Fluoride is a Safe Way to Protect Your Child's Teeth from Decay
posted: Jan. 03, 2019.
We've known for decades that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and lowers the risk for decay. And while adding it to toothpaste and drinking water are the more common ways for Read more