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Keep an Eye Out for Problems if Your Children Grind Their Teeth
posted: Feb. 21, 2021.
“What can I do about my child's teeth grinding habit?”It's a common question we get from many concerned parents. Their exasperation involves more than having to wake every night to Read more -
Advancing Gum Disease Requires Your Dentist's Intervention
posted: Feb. 16, 2021.
Your gums’ primary role is to protect your teeth and keep them firmly in place. But periodontal (gum) disease can damage your gums to such an extent you could ultimately Read more -
Noah Galloway's Dentally Dangerous Dancing
posted: Feb. 11, 2021.
For anyone else, having a tooth accidentally knocked out while practicing a dance routine would be a very big deal. But not for Dancing With The Stars contestant Noah Galloway. Read more -
Eating the Right Foods Can Boost Your Efforts to Prevent Dental Disease
posted: Feb. 06, 2021.
You're more apt to lose teeth because of periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay than any other cause. But neither of these bacterial diseases have to happen: You can prevent Read more -
Your Child Isn't in Danger from X-Rays Thanks to the ALARA Principle
posted: Feb. 01, 2021.
Your child’s dental care wouldn’t be the same without x-ray imaging. It’s one of our best tools for finding and treating tooth decay.But since x-rays emit radiation, is your child Read more -
'Tooth in One Day' Procedures Require Special Attention for Success
posted: Jan. 27, 2021.
You've seen the ads for obtaining a new tooth in one day with a dental implant. Those aren't exaggerated claims — you can leave the dental office the same day Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: Jan. 22, 2021.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, painful Read more -
Not So Fast Replacing That Tooth - Consider Saving it First
posted: Jan. 17, 2021.
Dental implants have soared in popularity thanks to their life-likeness, functionality and durability. But these prized qualities have also created an ironic downside—people are much more likely to replace a Read more -
Implant-Supported Dentures Could Help You Avoid Bone Loss
posted: Jan. 12, 2021.
Not long ago, the most affordable option for total tooth loss was a removable denture. Dentures, prosthetic (false) teeth set in gum-colored acrylic plastic bases, can effectively restore function and Read more -
Here's What You Need To Know About Dental Insurance and Choosing a Crown
posted: Jan. 07, 2021.
Millions of Americans rely on dental insurance to help them better afford dental care. Depending on the benefit package, an insurance policy can be useful in restoring dental health compromised Read more -
Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Jan. 02, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made a Read more -
Why Bear a Chipped Tooth?
posted: Dec. 28, 2020.
Having a chipped tooth certainly can make life more difficult. It not only keeps you from wanting to smile, but it may also make it harder to eat your favorite Read more -
Bone Loss at the Roots can Put Your Tooth in Danger of Loss
posted: Dec. 23, 2020.
There’s more to teeth than meets the eye. Hidden beneath the visible crown are the tooth’s roots set within the jawbone, secured and protected by the gums from bacteria and Read more -
4 Tips for Achieving Better Hygiene
posted: Dec. 18, 2020.
You know the basics of great oral hygiene: Brush and floss daily; see your dentist at least twice a year for cleanings and checkups; and watch your diet, especially sweets.While Read more -
AGT's Simon Cowell Updates His Smile With Veneers and So Can You!
posted: Dec. 13, 2020.
It's been a rough year for all of us, but especially for Simon Cowell. The famous entrepreneur and brutally honest talent judge on American Idol and America's Got Talent underwent Read more -
A Little Orthodontic Magic Could Help an Impacted Tooth Erupt
posted: Dec. 08, 2020.
Bite problems aren't limited to teeth simply out of position. The problem could be some teeth aren't there—visibly, that is. They still exist below the gums and bone, but they've Read more