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Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
updated: Jun. 03, 2018
What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, Read more -
Stop Gum Disease Before it Becomes a Major Health Issue
updated: May 24, 2018
If you think gum disease only happens to the other guy (or gal), think again. If you’re over 30 you have a 50-50 chance for an infection. After 65 Read more -
Bone Loss at the Roots can Put Your Tooth in Danger of Loss
updated: May 14, 2018
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 Read more -
Take Steps to Treat Chronic Mouth Breathing as Early as Possible
updated: May 04, 2018
Many things can affect your child’s future dental health: oral hygiene, diet, or habits like thumb sucking or teeth grinding. But there’s one you might not have considered: how Read more -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
updated: Apr. 24, 2018
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, Read more -
What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
updated: Apr. 14, 2018
Porcelain veneers are a great way to enhance an unattractive smile. But are they appropriate for teenagers? The answer usually depends on a patient’s current development stage and the Read more -
3 Reasons Why Smoking Doesn't Mix with Dental Implants
updated: Mar. 30, 2018
If you smoke, you know better than anyone how a hard a habit it is to kick. If you want to quit, it helps to have a motivating reason—like Read more -
Why You Should Consider a Professional Procedure for Your Teeth Whitening
updated: Mar. 15, 2018
If you're ready to put the "pizzazz" back into your smile, your dentist may be able to help. It's possible your dull, dingy smile could be transformed with teeth Read more -
2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
updated: Feb. 28, 2018
Is a chipped tooth big news? It is if you’re Justin Bieber. When the pop singer recently posted a picture from the dental office to his instagram account, it Read more -
February Focuses on Children's Dental Health
updated: Feb. 13, 2018
The month of February gets its name from the ancient spring cleansing ritual called “Februa.” So perhaps it’s appropriate that February is now celebrated as National Children’s Dental Health Read more -
Customized Temporary Crowns Help Ensure a Satisfying Permanent Smile
updated: Jan. 29, 2018
Restoring missing or unattractive teeth can often be a lengthy process. Months may elapse between initial teeth preparation and final placement to allow time for tissue healing and permanent Read more -
Hidden Sugar Can Jeopardize Your Health
updated: Jan. 21, 2018
It's easy to go overboard with sweets during the holiday season. But overconsumption of sugar, month after month, can jeopardize your oral and general health. A sugary diet nourishes Read more -
Chrissy Teigen's Teeth-Grinding Troubles
updated: Jan. 06, 2018
It might seem that supermodels have a fairly easy life — except for the fact that they are expected to look perfect whenever they’re in front of a camera. Read more -
You May Need Surgery to Repair the Damage of Gum Recession
updated: Dec. 29, 2017
Gum recession is an all too common problem for millions of people that if left untreated could lead to tooth and bone loss. But the good news is not Read more -
Gum Disease can Prevent Your Gums from Protecting Your Teeth
updated: Dec. 14, 2017
Your mouth is a lot like the Wild West — home to millions of bacteria and other microbes, some of which are definitely not “the good guys.” But your Read more -
Not Your Granddad's Dental Care: the New Approach to Tooth Decay Treatment
updated: Nov. 29, 2017
More than likely your great-grandparents, grandparents and even your parents had a common dental experience: when one of their teeth developed a cavity, their dentist removed the decayed portion Read more