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Matthew Lewis Adult Orthodontics
posted: May 13, 2014.
If you haven't seen a recent picture of Matthew Lewis, the actor who played Neville Longbottom in all eight Harry Potter movies, you may be in for a surprise: Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Porcelain Veneers
posted: May 05, 2014.
Q: What exactly are porcelain veneers? A: The term “veneer” usually means a very thin covering that’s designed to improve the way a surface looks. The porcelain veneers we Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Obstructive Sleep Apnea
posted: May 02, 2014.
Q: What is sleep apnea, and how common is it? A: Obstructive sleep apnea is a type of sleep-related breathing disorder (SRBD) in which the airflow to the lungs is Read more -
Your Dentist May Have the Solution to Your Snoring and Sleep Apnea
posted: Apr. 24, 2014.
Your snoring isn’t just an annoyance to other members of your household — it could indicate a serious health issue. Fortunately, there are treatments, some of which your dentist Read more -
Baseball and Braces: Joe Girardi's Bargain
posted: Apr. 09, 2014.
Sometimes, we all need a bit of prompting to do what's good for us. When Serena Girardi, the 10-year-old daughter of New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi, needed to Read more -
Know What to Expect With Dental Implant Surgery
posted: Apr. 01, 2014.
As dental implants increase in popularity, the surgical procedures to install them are becoming quite commonplace. Still, many people are nervous about this procedure, perhaps not really knowing what Read more -
Smile Transformation Begins and Ends With Smile Design
posted: Mar. 24, 2014.
Regardless of culture, the smile is a universal gesture of friendship and openness, and an important communication tool in your social and career relationships. But what if you’re not Read more -
Plan Your Sports Nutrition and Hydration to Reduce Tooth Decay Risk
posted: Mar. 21, 2014.
If you or your family has an active sports lifestyle, you probably already know the importance of food and liquids for energy and hydration. But what you eat and Read more -
Fixing Adult Teeth Is No Mission Impossible - Just Ask Tom Cruise!
posted: Mar. 12, 2014.
It's no surprise that plenty of teenagers go in for an orthodontic evaluation and come out wearing braces. But sometimes, an observant orthodontist may notice that an adult's smile Read more -
Bone Loss Around Root Furcations Poses Treatment and Cleaning Challenges
posted: Mar. 04, 2014.
Although they may appear inert, teeth are anything but — they grow and change like other bodily tissues until complete maturation. Teeth roots are especially adaptable; teeth with multiple Read more -
Take Action Quickly Against the Acute Form of Gingivitis
posted: Feb. 24, 2014.
Periodontal (gum) diseases like gingivitis (inflammation of the gum tissues) can exist in a chronic form for some time, while gradually worsening. But given the right conditions, gingivitis could Read more -
Radiation Exposure from Dental X-Ray Imaging Isn't a Cause for Concern
posted: Feb. 21, 2014.
Your dental care would be much more limited without our ability to see “below the surface” with x-ray imaging. But since x-rays passing through the body are a form Read more -
Meet Brady Reiter and You'll Believe in the Tooth Fairy!
posted: Feb. 13, 2014.
The Tooth Fairy has been easing the process of losing baby teeth for hundreds of years — at least 500 years according to one authority on the subject. Her Read more -
A Link Between Dental Health - And Mental Health?
posted: Feb. 05, 2014.
A substantial amount of research has recently pointed up the connection between oral health and systemic (whole-body) health. But recently, one study went a step further: It seems to Read more -
Why Your Teeth May Hurt
posted: Jan. 28, 2014.
Don't ignore tooth pain hoping it goes away. No matter how mild or fleeting it may be, it's a sign that something's wrong. Healthy teeth shouldn't cause discomfort because Read more -
Dry Mouth - Causes, Risks and Cures
posted: Jan. 24, 2014.
A consistently dry mouth is not only uncomfortable and unpleasant but also probably more serious than you think. Dry mouth, medically known as xerostomia (“xero” – dry; “stomia” – Read more