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3 Questions You Should Ask Before Undergoing Adult Orthodontics
posted: May 20, 2018.
Think you're too old to have your teeth straightened? While we automatically pair “teenager” with “braces,” at least one in five orthodontic patients are adults. And there's many more Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Bone Loss at the Roots can Put Your Tooth in Danger of Loss
posted: May 10, 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 moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Perils of a Loose Permanent Tooth - and What to do About it
posted: Apr. 30, 2018.
A loose baby tooth is normal and expected; a loose permanent tooth is quite another matter: it’s an advanced sign of disease that could lead to losing the tooth. The Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
posted: Apr. 20, 2018.
Once upon a time, celebrities tried hard to maintain the appearance of red-carpet glamour at all times. That meant keeping the more mundane aspects of their lives out of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Let Sports or Energy Drinks Rob you of Your Teeth's Enamel
posted: Apr. 10, 2018.
In the sports world, athletes are always looking for an edge. And it’s not just college or professional sports—even Little Leaguers are focused on enhancing their performance. That’s why sports Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Get Ahead of Bite Problems with Interceptive Orthodontics
posted: Mar. 26, 2018.
At any given time some 4 million teens and pre-teens are wearing braces or other orthodontic appliances to correct a malocclusion (poor bite). While most cases are straightforward, some Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Child's Teeth Grinding is Normal - But You Should Still Keep an Eye on it
posted: Mar. 18, 2018.
When you're first startled awake in the middle of the night by a loud, gritting sound emanating from your child's room, you may have two questions: how can such Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
posted: Mar. 03, 2018.
At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor — Read more -
How to Help Your Child Develop Good Oral Hygiene Habits
posted: Feb. 16, 2018.
February marks National Children's Dental Health Month. It’s important for children to form daily oral hygiene habits early, but how do you get little ones to take care of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Research Confirms: Dental Sealants Really Work!
posted: Feb. 01, 2018.
Have you heard about dental sealants? These preventive treatments have been available for many decades, and more and more children are taking advantage of them. The National Institutes of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Be Sure to Have a Dental Exam Before Whitening Your Teeth
posted: Jan. 17, 2018.
You’ve been embarrassed for a while now by your yellowed, dull teeth. You’re ready for a change. There’s a simple and cost-effective way to make that change: you can temporarily Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Jason Derulo's Ideal Match
posted: Jan. 02, 2018.
When the multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter and TV personality Jason Derulo was recently asked about his ideal woman, his answer covered a remarkably broad spectrum. "There’s no specific thing," Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Drawing Impacted Teeth into the Open can Restore a Smile
posted: Dec. 18, 2017.
You don’t have to be a dental professional to appreciate a beautiful smile. Likewise, you’ll also know when something’s not quite right with one. Such can be the case when Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Understanding the Aging Process Leads to More Effective Orthodontics
posted: Dec. 10, 2017.
If you’ve ever looked at younger photos of yourself, you’re sure to notice differences with your present appearance. Of course, your basic features might appear much the same. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here is How You can Improve Your Wedding Day Smile!
posted: Nov. 25, 2017.
Congratulations—you’re engaged! It’s a stupendous (and hectic) time in your life as you plan your upcoming wedding. You want to look your best for the big day—which means you may Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: Nov. 10, 2017.
Fans of the primetime TV show The Middle were delighted to see that high school senior Sue, played by Eden Sher, finally got her braces off at the start Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures
