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5 Tips Students (and Everyone Else) Should Heed for Healthy Teeth and Gums
posted: Jul. 22, 2021.
Though it sounds like an elite academic society, "The Freshman 15" is anything but. The phrase stands for the weight, pegged at 15 pounds, that many incoming students gain Read more -
CT Imaging Technology Can Improve Outcomes for Complex Dental Problems
posted: May 23, 2021.
The mouth is a crowded place with nerves, blood vessels and sinus cavities sharing common space with the teeth and gums. Although important in their own right, these structures Read more -
A New Dental Pain Management Approach Reduces the Need for Narcotics
posted: Apr. 23, 2021.
Narcotics have long played an important role in easing severe pain caused by disease, trauma or treatment. Healthcare professionals, including dentists, continue to prescribe them as a matter of Read more -
Acid Reflux Could Be Damaging Your Teeth
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.
Your tooth enamel is often under assault from oral acid produced by bacteria and certain foods. Unless neutralized, acid can erode your enamel, and lead to destructive tooth decay. But Read more -
Keep a Lid on Sugar This Holiday for Healthier Teeth and Gums
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
During this time of year, many of us dust off traditional family recipes and make our favorite holiday treats. There is, however, a small price to pay for all Read more -
Here's to Healthy Smiles in 2021!
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
A New Year's resolution can be just about anything, from losing weight to visiting every major league baseball park. But a resolution you're more likely to keep ought to Read more -
Don't Let Bad Breath Ruin Your Date Under the Mistletoe
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
Most of us have no clue how the ancient holiday tradition of kissing under the mistletoe originated—but it sure doesn't stop us from keeping the tradition alive! Yet although Read more -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read more -
Keep These Top Factors in Mind When Buying Your Next Toothbrush
posted: Sep. 05, 2020.
Search online for “right tool for the job” and you'll get over a billion results related to everything from baking cakes to repairing cars. It's also just as applicable Read more -
Cone Beam X-Rays can Improve Outcomes in Many Dental Situations
posted: Aug. 16, 2020.
For decades, dental x-rays have helped us accurately diagnose and treat a wide array of dental diseases and conditions. But even with recent advances in digital imaging, the traditional Read more -
5 Tips to Keeping a Healthy Mouth During Your College Years
posted: Mar. 29, 2020.
Many recent high school graduates will soon begin their first year in college, and for many it will be their first time living away from home. But with the Read more -
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
posted: Feb. 08, 2020.
Holistic medicine aims to provide healthcare for the “whole” person. While it's a worthy approach, the term has also been used to advance ideas, including in dentistry, at odds Read more -
The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
posted: Oct. 21, 2019.
While the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation have contributed to rising cancer survival rates, they can still have an adverse effect on the rest of the body. That includes Read more -
Don't Let Sports or Energy Drinks Rob you of Your Teeth's Enamel
posted: Sep. 11, 2019.
In the sports world, athletes are always looking for an edge. And it’s not just college or professional sports—even Little Leaguers are focused on enhancing their performance. That’s why sports Read more -
How to Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy During Pregnancy
posted: Aug. 22, 2019.
While pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers, it can pose extra health challenges. This is especially true regarding dental health. Because of hormonal changes that naturally occur during Read more -
National Fresh Breath Day Reminds Us to Seek Out the Source of Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 02, 2019.
Be sure to mark August 6 on your calendars—and not just because it's the day in 1661 when the Dutch sold Brazil to Portugal, or when President Johnson signed Read more