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E-Cigs Could be Just as Hazardous for Your Teeth and Gums as Cigarettes
posted: Apr. 21, 2019.
More than 20 million people in the United States use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs as an alternative to tobacco smoking. While many users believe "vaping" is a healthier alternative Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your Sinus Infection Might be a Sign of a Tooth Problem
posted: Apr. 11, 2019.
Each year thousands of people develop sinus infections from various causes. But there's one cause for sinusitis that might surprise you—tooth decay. Tooth decay begins when the acid produced by Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Apr. 01, 2019.
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 moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Sealants can help Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
posted: Mar. 22, 2019.
While children are less likely than adults to experience periodontal (gum) disease, the same can't be said for tooth decay. One aggressive form of decay called early childhood caries Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Chewing Tobacco is Just as Addictive and Dangerous as Smoking
posted: Mar. 12, 2019.
Ask people about the “Great American Smoke-Out,” and many could tell you about this annual promotion encouraging tobacco smokers to quit. Ask them about “The Great American Spit-Out,” though, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The 3 Top Ingredients That Make Your Toothpaste a Super Plaque Buster
posted: Mar. 02, 2019.
Human beings have known for millennia the importance of keeping teeth clean. Although we've only come to more fully understand dental plaque's role in dental disease in the last Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
posted: Feb. 20, 2019.
Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Not Jazzed About Wearing Braces? Consider Clear Aligners Instead
posted: Feb. 10, 2019.
Wearing orthodontic braces brings challenges to daily life. During treatment a patient will need to avoid certain foods and habits, take more time to brush and floss properly, and Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Jan. 31, 2019.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
posted: Jan. 21, 2019.
We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
posted: Jan. 11, 2019.
Once upon a time, celebrities tried hard to maintain the appearance of red-carpet glamour at all times. That meant keeping the more mundane aspects of their lives out of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
We Can Rid You of That Irritating Lump in Your Mouth You Keep Biting
posted: Jan. 01, 2019.
You might not be aware how much force your jaws generate while you eat or chew. But you can become aware in a hurry when part of your inside Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Manage Your Osteoporosis Medication to Avoid Jawbone Problems
posted: Dec. 22, 2018.
Around 20 million people—mostly women after menopause—take medication to slow the progress of osteoporosis, a debilitating disease that weakens bones. But although effective, some osteoporosis drugs could pose dental Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Crown Lengthening Might be Necessary for Seniors with Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 12, 2018.
While tooth decay is a potential problem at any age, the risk increases as you grow older. Not only are senior adults more susceptible, decay is often more difficult Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Dec. 02, 2018.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lasers Could be the Future for Gum Disease Treatment
posted: Nov. 22, 2018.
We’ve developed a number of effective treatments for periodontal (gum) disease. Depending on how far and deep a patient’s infection has advanced, treatment can be quite invasive and even Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures