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Topical Fluoride is a Safe Way to Protect Your Child's Teeth from Decay
posted: Jan. 05, 2019.
We've known for decades that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and lowers the risk for decay. And while adding it to toothpaste and drinking water are the more common ways Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don't give up on Flossing!
posted: Dec. 26, 2018.
A couple of years ago the Associated Press published an article claiming the health benefits of flossing remained unproven. The article cited a number of studies that seemed to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Charlize Theron Back in Action After Dental Surgery
posted: Dec. 16, 2018.
When they’re introducing a new movie, actors often take a moment to pay tribute to the people who helped make it happen — like, you know, their dentists. At Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lasers Could be the Future for Gum Disease Treatment
posted: Dec. 06, 2018.
We’ve developed a number of effective treatments for periodontal (gum) disease. Depending on how far and deep a patient’s infection has advanced, treatment can be quite invasive and even Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Moderate Your Child's Juice Drinking to Lower Tooth Decay Risk
posted: Nov. 26, 2018.
Along with daily brushing and flossing, limiting your child’s sugar consumption is an important way to prevent tooth decay. We all know the usual suspects: candy, sugar-added snacks and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Surgery Can Improve Your Smile and Save Your Teeth
posted: Nov. 16, 2018.
While the term “plastic surgery” might bring to mind face lifts or tummy tucks, not all procedures in this particular surgical field are strictly cosmetic. Some can make a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
posted: Nov. 06, 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 moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Your Other Teeth May Need Straightening Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Oct. 27, 2018.
You’re ready to have that missing tooth replaced with a dental implant or other life-like restoration. But we may first have to address another problem — moving the teeth Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Ease Your Child's Teething Discomfort with these Tips
posted: Oct. 17, 2018.
Although it’s a natural part of dental development, teething is no picnic for your baby. This process in which each of their twenty primary teeth gradually erupt through the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Guide Your Older Children or Teens through These 3 Oral Health Areas
posted: Oct. 07, 2018.
Helping your infant or toddler develop good dental habits is one of the best head starts you can give them toward optimum oral health. But even after they’ve matured Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Sep. 27, 2018.
When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
See Your Dentist if You're Having one of These 3 Dental Problems
posted: Sep. 17, 2018.
When things get unpleasant in your mouth, it’s most often related to some underlying cause. In fact, the discomfort you’re feeling is often a call to action to have Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Oral Hygiene isn't Easy with Braces - but it's Still Doable
posted: Sep. 07, 2018.
If you’re about to undergo orthodontic treatment, you’re going to face a challenge keeping your teeth and gums clean wearing braces. That in turn could increase your chances for Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Take Years off Your Smile by Treating Age-Related Dental Problems
posted: Aug. 28, 2018.
You may be able to slow the aging process with healthy habits but you can’t stop it. Every part of your body will change, including your teeth and gums. Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
posted: Aug. 18, 2018.
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
10 Tips to Tame Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 08, 2018.
National Fresh Breath Day is celebrated in August, but who doesn’t want fresh breath every day? Everyone has bad breath once in a while, so here are some tips Read moreCategory: Oral Health
