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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 -
Know the Facts to Reduce Your Child's Teething Discomfort
posted: Oct. 26, 2017.
The arrival of your child’s first set of teeth is a natural and expected process. But that doesn’t mean this period of development, commonly known as teething, is an Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
FAQ: Interceptive Orthodontics for Children
posted: Oct. 11, 2017.
Have you heard about interceptive orthodontics? This type of early intervention could benefit perhaps 10â??20% of children who need orthodontic treatment, making a positive impact on tooth and jaw Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Secret to Preventing Gum Disease - Control Bacterial Plaque
posted: Sep. 26, 2017.
Here’s a sobering statistic: you have a 50/50 chance over your lifetime for developing periodontal (gum) disease. And it’s much more serious than irritated gums: if not treated aggressively Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: Sep. 11, 2017.
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 moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Back-to-School Is an Excellent Time for a Dental Checkup
posted: Sep. 03, 2017.
A new school year is right around the corner. Here's something to add to your back-to-school list: Schedule a dental visit for your child. There are several good reasons Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
posted: Aug. 19, 2017.
Did you see the move Cast Away starring Tom Hanks? If so, you probably remember the scene where Hanks, stranded on a remote island, knocks out his own abscessed Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Regular Flossing not Your Thing? Try an Oral Irrigator
posted: Aug. 04, 2017.
One of the keys to a healthy mouth is daily oral hygiene. These tasks have one objective: remove plaque, a thin film of bacteria and leftover food particles, from Read moreCategory: Oral Health
