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3 Tips for Helping Your Kids Develop Great Tooth-Friendly Habits
posted: Mar. 13, 2018.
Want to give your kids the best start possible for a lifetime of good dental health? The most important thing you can do is train them in effective brushing Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: Feb. 26, 2018.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Cracked Mouth Corners can be Irritating - Here's How to Treat Them
posted: Feb. 18, 2018.
As dentists, we often see other mouth problems besides those with teeth and gums. One of the most common is cracking around the corners of the mouth. Although usually Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Support Your Child's Teeth Development with Proper Hygiene and Dental Care
posted: Feb. 03, 2018.
Between infancy and the onset of puberty, your child will grow one set of teeth, lose it and grow another; their jaw structure will also change dramatically. This rapid Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why it's Worth the Effort to Save a Problem Baby Tooth
posted: Jan. 19, 2018.
There are usually two moments when primary (“baby”) teeth generate excitement in your family: when you first notice them in your child’s mouth, and when they come out (and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
posted: Jan. 04, 2018.
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 -
If You've had Joint Replacement, you may Need Antibiotics Before Dental Work
posted: Dec. 20, 2017.
If you’ve had a total joint replacement or similar procedure, you will want your surgeon to decide if you need to take an antibiotic before you undergo dental work. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A Topical Fluoride Treatment Could Protect Your Child from Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 05, 2017.
A lot happens in your child’s mouth from infancy to early adulthood. Not surprisingly, it’s the most active period for development of teeth, gums and jaw structure. Our primary Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Weather the 'Storm' of Teething with These Comfort Tips
posted: Nov. 20, 2017.
Teething is a normal part of your baby’s dental development. That doesn’t make it less stressful, though, for you or your baby. This natural process occurs as your child’s primary Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Nov. 12, 2017.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
FAQs About Children's Dental Development
posted: Oct. 28, 2017.
Watching your newborn develop into a toddler, then an elementary schooler, a teenager, and finally an adult is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences there is. Throughout Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
These 3 Tasks Show How Saliva is Amazing
posted: Oct. 13, 2017.
Saliva probably doesn’t rate high on your amazement meter. You’re more likely to notice its absence and the dry irritation that results. But you might be more impressed with this Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
FAQs About Pediatric Dentistry
posted: Sep. 28, 2017.
Even though baby teeth are not meant to last forever, they serve some very important functions for the time they are around. Healthy baby teeth allow your child to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Sep. 13, 2017.
When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A 4-Step Process for Achieving Your Highest Oral Health Possible
posted: Aug. 29, 2017.
You know the basics for a healthy mouth: daily oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. But there are other elements unique to you that also factor into your oral Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Aug. 14, 2017.
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures