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You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 05, 2021.

The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II Read more
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Tooth Enamel
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 23, 2021.

Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and for good reason—it's your teeth's first line of defense against wearing and harmful oral bacteria. But although enamel can Read more
Eating the Right Foods Can Boost Your Efforts to Prevent Dental Disease
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 13, 2021.

You're more apt to lose teeth because of periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay than any other cause. But neither of these bacterial diseases have to happen: You can Read more
How You Can Prevent Teeth Grinding From Damaging Your Oral Health
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 03, 2021.

Life has changed dramatically over the centuries. But although our ancient forebears wouldn't recognize much of our modern world, they would be well acquainted with one particular oral habit Read more
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 24, 2021.

Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more
Endodontic Treatment Could Save a Tooth in Crisis
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 14, 2021.

Dental patients have amazing options for tooth replacement. Dental implants, for example, can replace the entire tooth, root and crown, giving patients a new tooth nearly as good as Read more
Although Rare, This Condition Could Destroy a Tooth
Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 04, 2021.

Most dental problems are caused by tooth decay or periodontal (gum) disease, easily preventable with dedicated daily hygiene and regular dental care. But there are a few other rare Read more
Keep Your Child's Fluoride Intake at a Safe but Effective Level
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 25, 2020.

Fluoride is an important part of your child's dental development. But if children take in too much of this important mineral, they could experience enamel fluorosis, a condition in Read more
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 15, 2020.

Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read more
3 Reasons Why Dental Implants Are a Sound 'Smile' Investment
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 05, 2020.

In looking at options to replace your missing teeth, you might have heard others rave about dental implants. You're almost sold on this innovative restoration method—but you're a little Read more
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 25, 2020.

Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't Read more
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 15, 2020.

You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should Read more
Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 05, 2020.

Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of Read more
Today's Dentures Are More Secure and Comfortable to Wear
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 26, 2020.

Although teeth are quite durable, we can still lose them—even all of them—to disease or injury. The good news, though, is that we have effective ways to restore teeth Read more
Targeted Tooth Removal Could Aid Treatment for Certain Bite Problems
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 16, 2020.

Before we begin correcting a malocclusion (poor dental bite), we need to ask a few questions: How extensive is the malocclusion? How far must we move the teeth to Read more
Preventing Gum Disease Could Help More Than Your Teeth and Gums
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 06, 2020.

The top cause for adult tooth loss isn't decay or trauma—it's periodontal (gum) disease. The disease may begin with the gums, but it can ultimately damage underlying bone enough Read more

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