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AGT's Simon Cowell Updates His Smile With Veneers and So Can You!
updated: Dec. 08, 2021
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 Read more -
Here's Why Starting Your Child's Dental Visits by Age 1 Is a Smart Idea
updated: Nov. 28, 2021
As parents, we want to do everything possible to help our kids stay healthy—and that includes their teeth. And just like other aspects of their health, it's better not Read more -
What You Can Do To Reduce Gum Problems While Wearing Braces
updated: Nov. 18, 2021
Wearing braces can ultimately give you a healthier and more attractive smile. In the short-term, though, your gums in particular may be in for a rough ride. While we're all Read more -
Fluoride Treatments Give Your Child Added Protection Against Cavities
updated: Nov. 08, 2021
When it comes to helping your child avoid tooth decay, it's all hands on deck. Tooth decay can not only harm their current set of primary teeth, but the Read more -
How You Too Could Have Lindsey Vonn's Viral Video Smile Makeover
updated: Oct. 29, 2021
Instagram, America's humongous digital photo and video album, is chock-full of the silly, mundane, and poignant moments of people's everyday lives. That includes celebrities: Tom Hanks buying a used Read more -
Osteoporosis Can Cause Complications For Some Types of Dental Work
updated: Oct. 19, 2021
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day, putting the spotlight on this degenerative bone condition and the impact it has on millions of people. Not only does it significantly increase Read more -
We're Improving Our Effectiveness in Treating Tooth Decay
updated: Oct. 09, 2021
For several decades, dentists have been saving teeth from tooth decay following a few basic guidelines: 1) Identify decay as soon as possible; 2) Thoroughly remove decayed tooth structure; Read more -
How to Prevent Tooth Decay in Your Special Needs Child
updated: Sep. 29, 2021
Preventing tooth decay from developing in your child's teeth requires a strong commitment to daily oral hygiene. But if you have a child with a chronic physical or behavioral Read more -
Love and Hip Hop Host's No-Gap Smile and How You Can Have One Too
updated: Sep. 19, 2021
Nina Parker, the host of Love & Hip Hop for six seasons, is now busy with the new game show Blockbusters and her own talk show The Nina Parker Read more -
Clear Aligners: Another Option Besides Braces for Moving Teeth
updated: Sep. 09, 2021
Advances in technology often lead to greater choices for things like automobiles or smartphones. In recent decades, advances in orthodontics have given families another choice besides braces for straightening Read more -
Gum Swelling Can Happen With Braces - Here's How to Avoid It
updated: Aug. 30, 2021
A few months into wearing braces you may notice your gums are swollen. It's likely you've developed periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that usually begins with Read more -
Saving Primary Teeth From Decay Is Totally Worth It - Here's How
updated: Aug. 20, 2021
The few teeth your one or two year old has will eventually fall out in a few years—so, why be concerned about tooth decay this early? Actually, you should: Read more -
Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
updated: Aug. 10, 2021
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they're still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we're given occasional glimpses Read more -
Don't Be Wary of a Root Canal - Here's How It Could Save Your Tooth
updated: Jul. 31, 2021
Here's the bad news: One of your teeth has tooth decay. But here's even worse news: The decay has entered the pulp and root canals in the heart of Read more -
Drawing Impacted Teeth Out of the Gums Could Help Normalize a Smile
updated: Jul. 21, 2021
We instinctively know when a smile looks normal—and when it doesn't. It could be that something simply looks out of place like crooked teeth. But we might also notice Read more -
See How Well You're Removing Plaque With a Disclosing Agent
updated: Jul. 11, 2021
You've just finished your daily brushing and flossing. How did you do? Swiping your tongue across your teeth can generally tell you: It's a good sign if it glides Read more