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Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
posted: Feb. 10, 2016.
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 more -
Sleep Apnea and Behavioral Problems in Children: How Your Dentist Can Help
posted: Jan. 19, 2016.
We all know how much better we feel after a good night’s sleep: refreshed, energized and ready to handle — even excel at — our day-to-day responsibilities. Yet millions Read more -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Jan. 04, 2016.
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read more -
Crown Lengthening Opens up New Teeth Restoration Possibilities
posted: Dec. 27, 2015.
A crown — a life-like “cap” made of dental porcelain that permanently covers an existing tooth — is an effective way to restore a still-viable decayed or broken tooth’s Read more -
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: Dec. 05, 2015.
Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits Read more -
Infection Control Standards Keep Dental Patients Safe from Disease
posted: Nov. 20, 2015.
The chances of contracting an infectious disease from a dental visit are extremely low, thanks to the stringent safety standards practiced by over 170,000 dental care providers across the Read more -
Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
posted: Nov. 05, 2015.
Can you have healthy teeth and still have gum disease? Absolutely! And if you don’t believe us, just ask actor David Ramsey. The cast member of TV hits such Read more -
Is Laser Treatment a Good Option for Controlling Gum Disease?
posted: Oct. 21, 2015.
Although techniques for treating periodontal (gum) disease can vary, they all boil down to one objective: remove the bacterial plaque and calculus (hardened plaque deposits) that cause the infection. Read more -
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: Oct. 07, 2015.
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 more -
You May Need Surgery to Repair the Damage of Gum Recession
posted: Sep. 21, 2015.
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 -
Sofia Vergara: 'Obsessed' With Oral Hygiene
posted: Sep. 13, 2015.
A woman as gorgeous and funny as Sofia Vergara surely planned to be a model and actress from the get-go, right? Wrong! Sofia’s first career choice actually was to Read more -
Look at the Long-Term Costs When Considering Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 29, 2015.
You’ve probably heard a lot of great things about dental implants as a replacement for missing teeth. But there’s one aspect about implants that may cause you hesitation about Read more -
No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: Aug. 14, 2015.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who Read more -
A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
posted: Jul. 30, 2015.
Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early? The answer is yes — Read more -
A Royal Fix
posted: Jul. 15, 2015.
So you’re tearing up the dance floor at a friend’s wedding, when all of a sudden one of your pals lands an accidental blow to your face — chipping Read more -
Topical Fluoride can Enhance Your Child's Dental Care
posted: Jun. 30, 2015.
More than likely your child already receives fluoride from your drinking water or toothpaste. So, is it really necessary for them to receive topical fluoride during their regular office Read more