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The Connection Between GERD and Oral Health
posted: Nov. 29, 2018.
Not coincidentally, GERD Awareness Week overlaps with the Thanksgiving holiday. Many people get acid indigestion from time to time, especially during this month of major feasting, but if you Read more -
Keep up Regular Dental Care While You're Pregnant
posted: Nov. 19, 2018.
During pregnancy, your body isn’t the only part of your life that changes. Instead of “me,” you’re now thinking about “us”—you and the new person growing inside you. Because Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Nov. 09, 2018.
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 more -
A Second Root Canal Treatment May Help Save an Endangered Tooth
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.
When decay spreads to the tooth’s inner pulp, a root canal treatment may be necessary to save it. It’s a common procedure: after removing all tissue from the pulp, Read more -
Stay Ahead of Plaque Buildup with Effective Brushing and Flossing
posted: Oct. 20, 2018.
The vast majority of teeth and gum problems stem from two dental diseases: dental caries (tooth decay) and periodontal (gum) disease. But although these dental diseases are all too Read more -
4 Signs Your Child May Have a Poor Bite
posted: Oct. 10, 2018.
Although tooth decay is a major problem to watch for in your child’s teeth, it isn’t the only one. As their teeth transition from primary (“baby”) to permanent, you Read more -
Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
posted: Sep. 30, 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 -
Not all Dental Crowns Share the Same Quality of Life-Likeness
posted: Sep. 20, 2018.
Dental crowns are an essential means for restoring damaged or unattractive teeth. A well-crafted crown not only functions well, it looks and blends seamlessly with the rest of the Read more -
Tell Your Dentist if You're Having a Shingles Outbreak
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.
Shingles is a painful viral infection that could potentially recur in sufferers for years. It causes painful skin rashes, general nerve pain, fever and fatigue. In extreme cases, it Read more -
If at All Possible, Primary Teeth are Worth Saving
posted: Aug. 31, 2018.
Primary (baby) teeth might not last long, but their impact can last a lifetime. Their first set of teeth not only allows young children to eat solid foods, but Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Aug. 21, 2018.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Read more -
Pros and Cons for Flossing Before Brushing and Vice-Versa
posted: Aug. 11, 2018.
For best results in cleaning your teeth of disease-causing plaque you need both the power of brushing open teeth surfaces and flossing in between them. But you may be Read more -
Cone Beam X-Rays can Improve Outcomes in Many Dental Situations
posted: Aug. 01, 2018.
For decades, dental x-rays have helped us accurately diagnose and treat a wide array of dental diseases and conditions. But even with recent advances in digital imaging, the traditional Read more -
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Teeth Whitening
posted: Jul. 22, 2018.
Transforming your smile doesn’t necessarily require complex treatments like orthodontics, dental implants or porcelain veneers. Sometimes a little brightness can mean all the difference in the world. Bleaching (or teeth Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.
When is the best time to floss your teeth: Morning? Bedtime? How about: whenever and wherever the moment feels right? For Cam Newton, award-winning NFL quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, Read more -
Limit Sugar in Your Diet for Better Oral and General Health
posted: Jul. 01, 2018.
Even after decades emphasizing oral hygiene and supplemental fluoride to fight dental disease, we’re now seeing an increase in tooth decay, especially among children. What’s causing this alarming trend? Many Read more