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Managing Gum Disease Could Benefit Other Conditions You May Have
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 02, 2015.
Nearly half of all Americans have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Without proper daily hygiene and treatment, this aggressive disease can ultimately cause tooth loss. It also appears
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Teeth Make a Picture-Perfect Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 27, 2015.
When you’re posting a profile photo on LinkedIn, Facebook, Match.com and other social media sites, which shot is likely to make the best impression in terms of “likeability,” “competence”
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Your Gum Tissue 'Biotype' Could Determine How Gum Disease Affects You
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 19, 2015.
Periodontal (gum) disease can cause a number of devastating effects that could eventually lead to tooth loss. However, you may be more prone to a particular effect depending on
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Removing Teeth Could Improve an Orthodontic Outcome
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 11, 2015.
Teeth crowding is a difficult bite problem (malocclusion) that often involves the entire jaw structure to be evaluated. Normally occurring when the jaw doesn’t have adequate space for normal
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 03, 2015.
Q: I’ve heard about dental implants, but I’m still not sure exactly what they are. Can you explain?
A: It’s no wonder you’ve heard of them: Dental implants have
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Three Things to Know About Crowns Before Your Restoration
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 26, 2015.
Today’s crowns, the visible part of a tooth replacement system, can effectively mimic the shape and color of natural teeth. But not all crowns are equal — so it’s
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Taking the Right Steps to Prevent Early Tooth Decay in Children
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 23, 2015.
While the prevention and treatment of tooth decay has improved dramatically over the last half century, it continues to be a major health issue, especially for children. One in four
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What Athletes Have to Tell Us About Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 15, 2015.
Considering all the intensive conditioning, practice and training they do, most people would expect elite athletes to be… well… healthy. And that’s generally true — except when it comes
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Oral Piercings: Five Things You Should Know
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 07, 2015.
Whether you think they're the height of fashion or the depth of “ice,” oral piercings like tongue bolts are a sign of our times. But along with these bodily
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Whitening a Discolored Tooth from the Inside Out
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 30, 2014.
If you have discolored teeth, the cause is often staining on the enamel surfaces from foods, beverages, or smoking. But tooth discoloration may also originate deep within the root
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Taking a Coordinated Approach to Treating Diabetes and Periodontal Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 22, 2014.
Diabetes and periodontal (gum) disease are two types of inflammatory conditions that have more in common than was once thought. There is strong evidence to show that each of
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Treatment Options to Keep Stress From Causing Dental Problems
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 19, 2014.
Chronic stress can cause any number of physical problems like back pain, insomnia or stomach ulcers. In the mouth, it can also be the cause of teeth grinding or
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Determining the Right Whitening Approach is Key to Brightening a Dull Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 11, 2014.
Bright, naturally white teeth are a key component in a beautiful smile. But the opposite is also true: nothing diminishes an otherwise attractive smile more than stained or
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Beyond Brushing and Flossing: Consider Other Risk Factors for Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 01, 2014.
Tooth decay is a primary cause of tooth damage and loss, with annual treatment costs in the billions of dollars. It arises mainly from oral bacteria, which proliferates in
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Mouthguards Found to be Effective in Preventing Teeth and Mouth Injuries
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 19, 2014.
Athletes in contact sports are at significant risk for traumatic injury to their teeth and mouth. It’s estimated 600,000 emergency room visits each year involve a sports-related dental injury.
Athletic
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4 Reasons why Quitting Chewing Tobacco is Good for Your Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 11, 2014.
Chewing tobacco is as much a part of our sports culture as the national anthem. What once began as an early 20th Century baseball player method for keeping their
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