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Having Diabetes Could Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 21, 2019.
Currently, one-third of Americans are either diabetic or have prediabetic symptoms. Caused by an imbalance in blood sugar levels, diabetes can complicate and increase the risk for other inflammatory Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Seek Coordinated Treatment If You Have Both TMD and Fibromyalgia
posted: Nov. 11, 2019.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that produces widespread pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. The pain, muscle spasms and tingling it causes can disrupt sleep, alter moods Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Nov. 01, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How to Lower Your Child's Tooth Decay Risk From Halloween Candy
posted: Oct. 22, 2019.
$9.1 billion: That's how much we Americans spent in 2018 on Halloween festivities, according to the National Retail Federation. And a sizeable chunk of that was for candy—a whopping Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
posted: Oct. 12, 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 moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Periodontal Maintenance Can Help You Avoid Another Episode of Gum Disease
posted: Oct. 02, 2019.
To keep a healthy smile, brushing and flossing your teeth every day should be at the top of your to-do list, along with regular dental visits. Dental visits are Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why
posted: Sep. 22, 2019.
Mayim Bialik has spent a good part of her life in front of TV cameras: first as the child star of the hit comedy series Blossom, and more recently Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Two Mouth and Face Pain Disorders and What You Can Do About Them
posted: Sep. 12, 2019.
Chronic pain affects the quality of life for an estimated 50 million adults in the U.S. alone. The American Chronic Pain Association designates September as “Pain Awareness Month” to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A Partnership With the Dentist Will Help Your Child's Teeth Develop Normally
posted: Sep. 02, 2019.
“That kid is growing like a weed!” Every proud parent likes to hear something like that about their child: It means they’re growing up—and it shows! As nature takes its Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
posted: Aug. 23, 2019.
If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Aug. 13, 2019.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
posted: Aug. 03, 2019.
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
You can Get Relief from Facial Pain
posted: Jul. 24, 2019.
Each year doctors treat about 150,000 new cases of severe facial pain. If you're one of those people, you don't have to suffer—there are ways to gain relief from Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 14, 2019.
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is caused Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Jul. 04, 2019.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Things to Watch Out for to Protect Your Oral Appliance
posted: Jun. 24, 2019.
If you're one of the millions of people wearing an oral appliance, you already know how important it is to your dental health. Whatever the purpose—replacing teeth, stopping teeth Read moreCategory: Oral Health
