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Monitoring Blood Pressure is Also Important During Dental Care
posted: Jan. 24, 2021.
You may think your blood pressure is only important to your general health — but it can also affect your dental care. That’s why it’s increasingly common for dental providers Read more -
Treating Gum Disease around Tooth Roots is Hard - but Not Impossible
posted: Jan. 14, 2021.
Periodontal disease may start in the gums’ superficial layers, but it’s not likely to stay there. As the disease moves deeper it can wreak havoc on tooth roots and bone Read more -
Topical Fluoride Could Boost Your Child's Avoidance of Tooth Decay
posted: Jan. 04, 2021.
Tooth decay is perhaps the biggest danger your child's teeth can face. Not only can it rob them of primary teeth now, but the loss of teeth at this early Read more -
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
posted: Dec. 25, 2020.
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But just Read more -
Prudent Use of X-Rays in Children Provides the most Benefit at the Lowest Risk
posted: Dec. 15, 2020.
It’s important for your child’s current and future health that we watch out for tooth decay. Taking x-rays is a critical part of staying one step ahead of this common Read more -
Could a Dental Bridge Be a Better Choice Than Implants?
posted: Dec. 05, 2020.
What a difference forty years can make: Dental bridges once occupied the top spot for choices to replace missing teeth until the arrival of dental implants in the 1980s. Today, Read more -
Avoid Permanent Tooth Alteration with No-Prep Veneers
posted: Nov. 25, 2020.
Porcelain veneers have become a popular way to transform a smile. They're ideal for stained, chipped or slightly misaligned teeth. But although they don't need as much tooth preparation as Read more -
Van Halen's Passing Reminds Us of the Dangers of Oral Cancer and How to Help Prevent It
posted: Nov. 15, 2020.
Fans everywhere were recently saddened by the news of musical legend Eddie Van Halen's death. Co-founder and lead guitarist for the iconic rock group Van Halen, the 65-year-old superstar passed Read more -
Here's What To Do If Your Child Complains of a Toothache
posted: Nov. 05, 2020.
Perhaps the only thing worse than having a toothache of your own is when your child has one. Tooth pain can be a miserable experience, especially for children. It can Read more -
Pay Attention to Gum Disease Warning Signs for an Early Diagnosis
posted: Oct. 26, 2020.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a devastating infection that eventually causes tooth loss if not treated. Plaque removal, antibiotics and possible surgical intervention have proven quite effective in stopping the infection Read more -
Gum Disease Could Affect More than Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Oct. 16, 2020.
If you have periodontal (gum) disease, it's important for you to know its effects aren't limited to your mouth. A number of studies demonstrate gum disease can affect the rest Read more -
As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
posted: Oct. 06, 2020.
The NBA's reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo may seem unstoppable, but he proved no match for a troubled tooth. Antetokounmpo, the self-proclaimed “Greek Freak,” missed one of the final three 2020 Read more -
Legal or Not, Marijuana Poses a Health Risk to Your Gums
posted: Sep. 26, 2020.
Proponents of legalized marijuana have won phenomenal gains over the last decade. Despite the federal government's continuing criminalization of the drug, several states including California, Colorado and Massachusetts, have voted Read more -
Is Laser Treatment a Good Option for Controlling Gum Disease?
posted: Sep. 16, 2020.
Although techniques for treating periodontal (gum) disease can vary, they all boil down to one objective: remove the bacterial plaque and calculus (hardened plaque deposits) that cause the infection. The Read more -
Want to Improve Your Athletic Performance? Try Tuning Up Your Dental Care
posted: Sep. 06, 2020.
After a long hiatus, school athletes are gearing up for another sports year. Given the pandemic, they may be modifying some of their usual habits and practices. But one thing Read more -
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
posted: Aug. 27, 2020.
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 nightmare… Read more