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No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: Aug. 30, 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 -
More Pros Are Using Mouthguards...So Should You!
posted: Aug. 22, 2015.
When he isn’t among the ten players vying for position on the basketball court, Cole Aldrich of the New York Knicks sometimes lets his dangle behind one ear. Mason Read more -
Three Things You May Not Know About Root Canal Treatments
posted: Aug. 14, 2015.
The term “root canal” is a part of our social lexicon, and not always with a positive meaning. But contrary to its negative reputation, a root canal treatment can Read more -
Crown Lengthening Opens up New Teeth Restoration Possibilities
posted: Aug. 06, 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 -
Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection
posted: Jul. 29, 2015.
For major-league slugger Giancarlo Stanton, 2014 was a record-breaking year. After the baseball season ended, he signed a 13-year, $325 million contract with the Miami Marlins — the biggest Read more -
Effective Oral Hygiene is Key to Disease Prevention While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 21, 2015.
While braces are a tried and true method for achieving a more attractive smile, they may also give rise to problems with dental disease. This is because their hardware Read more -
Easing the Pain and Discomfort of Canker Sores
posted: Jul. 13, 2015.
If you occasionally experience small sores in the softer tissues of your mouth, you may have aphthous ulcers or better known as canker sores. While rarely a health concern, Read more -
Treating Gum Abscesses and the Underlying Gum Disease
posted: Jul. 12, 2015.
If you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’ve no doubt experienced red and swollen gums. If, however, you notice an especially inflamed area next to a tooth, you may have Read more -
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
posted: Jul. 04, 2015.
Exchanging passionate kisses with big-screen star Jennifer Lawrence might sound like a dream come true. But according to Liam Hemsworth, her Hunger Games co-star, it could also be a Read more -
Orthodontics Could be in Your Smile Makeover Plan
posted: Jun. 26, 2015.
When considering “smile makeover” options, it’s easy to focus on whitening, veneers or implants — techniques and materials focused mainly on the teeth and gums. But if you don’t Read more -
Five Things to Know About Bleeding Gums
posted: Jun. 18, 2015.
Did you ever brush your teeth and find that your gums were bleeding slightly? This unwelcome discovery is more common than you might think — and it might have Read more -
There are Various Ways to Treat Sensitivity - Depending on its Cause
posted: Jun. 10, 2015.
You may be among the one in three Americans who suffer from the pain of tooth sensitivity. Before attempting treatment, though, we must first identify the cause. Your teeth are Read more -
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: Jun. 02, 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 -
Attention to Detail Crucial to a Beautiful Smile Supported by Dental Implants
posted: May 25, 2015.
Installing dental implants involves more than the mechanics of placing them into the jawbone. Ultimate success — a natural and beautiful smile — requires painstaking attention to detail and Read more -
Although Rare, Allergic Reactions to the Metal in Implants Could be a Concern
posted: May 24, 2015.
You’re considering dental implants and you’ve done your homework: you know they’re considered the best tooth replacements available prized for durability and life-likeness. But you do have one concern Read more -
A Smile Makeover is a Transforming Experience
posted: May 16, 2015.
The term “makeover” is a powerful word in today’s society. It’s used for a variety of things — hair, body, lawn — that need more than a different style, Read more