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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
updated: Mar. 04, 2020
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read more -
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
updated: Feb. 23, 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 Read more -
These 4 Habits Could Help You Avoid Gum Disease
updated: Feb. 13, 2020
Here’s the bad news about periodontal (gum) disease: It’s a leading cause for tooth loss. Even worse: Half of adults over 30 will have some form of it during Read more -
It's Best to Avoid This Online Trend for Your Enamel's Sake
updated: Feb. 03, 2020
The Internet is truly amazing: It takes only a few seconds to tap into a vast store of knowledge to find information that once took people hours or days. Read more -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
updated: Jan. 24, 2020
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read more -
Like the Pros, the Athlete in Your Family Needs a Mouthguard to Prevent Dental Injuries
updated: Jan. 14, 2020
Super Bowl LIV is set for February 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, where the top two teams in pro football will vie for the coveted Read more -
A Root Canal Treatment Will Improve Your Health, Not Harm It
updated: Jan. 04, 2020
If you’ve ever read online that root canal therapy causes cancer, don’t be alarmed—it doesn’t. What it does do is save a deeply decayed tooth that might otherwise be Read more -
Teeth Grinding Could Endanger Your Dental Health
updated: Dec. 25, 2019
While your teeth and gums can take a lot, they still face dangers like dental disease. Your teeth are also affected by aging-related wear and tear. And, something else could Read more -
NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
updated: Dec. 15, 2019
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Read more -
Your Smile Can Be Your Passport to the World - Take Care of It With These Tips
updated: Dec. 05, 2019
Bonjour! Hola! Shalom! December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month, and learning to say “Hello” in different tongues is a good place to start. You could then move Read more -
Cleft Defects Can Be Overcome, Thanks to Advanced Surgical Procedures
updated: Nov. 25, 2019
One in 700 babies are born each year with a cleft lip, a cleft palate or both. Besides its devastating emotional and social impact, this common birth defect can Read more -
Teens May Need a Temporary Restoration for Missing Teeth
updated: Nov. 15, 2019
While not as prevalent as adults, teenagers can have missing teeth, usually from injury or from never having been formed. Fortunately, life-like dental implants can replace missing teeth. But Read more -
Find Out How These Famous Celebrities Protect Their Smiles From Teeth Grinding
updated: Nov. 05, 2019
The fast-paced world of sports and entertainment isn’t all glitz and glamour. These high-profile industries create a unique kind of emotional and mental stress on celebrities. For many of Read more -
Make Your Baby as Comfortable as Possible During Teething
updated: Oct. 26, 2019
Your sweet, good-natured baby has seemingly gone from zero to grumpy overnight. The reason is simple: They’re teething. Teething is a natural process in which a baby’s first teeth (primary Read more -
Don't Delay Seeing the Dentist If You Suspect Gum Recession
updated: Oct. 16, 2019
Calling someone "long in the tooth" is an unflattering way of saying they're getting old. The phrase refers to the effects of gum recession, in which the gums pull Read more -
Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
updated: Oct. 06, 2019
Braces are a common experience among teens and pre-teens. And although the treatment can be a major financial undertaking, more and more families pursue it to help their child Read more