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Find Out Why You or Your Partner Snores - it may be Sleep Apnea
posted: Feb. 17, 2019.
If your sleeping partner snores, it could be more than an annoyance: it could be a sign of sleep apnea. This occurs when air flow into the lungs becomes Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
5 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Risk for Tooth Decay
posted: Feb. 12, 2019.
Among our most common diseases, tooth decay can be a big problem at any age: in the U.S., one in four children 5 and under has some form of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Get the Real Facts About Local Anesthesia
posted: Feb. 07, 2019.
A lot of people don’t like dental work because they believe it will be painful or uncomfortable. There’s an anatomical reason to back up that concern — the mouth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Feb. 02, 2019.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Severe Dental Injuries May Require Endodontic Treatment
posted: Jan. 28, 2019.
If you regularly participate in sports or other physical activity, you’re at a higher risk for dental injuries. While chipped teeth are the most common result of these injuries, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Facts About Those Amazing Wonders Called Teeth
posted: Jan. 23, 2019.
Each part of the human body is an intricate wonder. Take your teeth, for example: they’re so woven into everyday life we don’t notice them, yet they each work Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Metal Dental Amalgam: Still a Safe and Effective Tooth Filling
posted: Jan. 18, 2019.
With all the new tooth-colored fillings for cavities, it's easy to overlook metal amalgam. While this mainstay of dental care for over a century might not be as attractive Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
posted: Jan. 13, 2019.
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 Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Implants Better than Ever thanks to Ongoing Tech Advances
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.
While many people still consider dental implants the "new kids on the block" in dental restoration, they're now in their fourth decade of use. And since their inception implant Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Reasons Why Your New Dentist Needs Your Treatment Records
posted: Jan. 03, 2019.
Like other healthcare providers, your dentist keeps records of your ongoing care. These include not only their written notes but also x-ray imaging, frequency of visits and cleanings, and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Fast Food Chains Take One Small Step for Kids' Teeth
posted: Dec. 29, 2018.
Eaten in a fast food restaurant lately? If so, maybe you’ve noticed some changes in the big, colorful signs behind the counters. Many have begun promoting a few “healthier” Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Dec. 24, 2018.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Visits are Key to Detecting Early Developing Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 19, 2018.
Tooth decay is as relentless as it is destructive, and it makes little distinction between age, gender, ethnicity or social status. Although risk levels vary from person to person, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What You Need to Know to Buy the Right Toothbrush
posted: Dec. 14, 2018.
If there’s one essential tool for protecting your dental health, it’s the humble toothbrush. The basic manual brush with a long, slender handle and short-bristled head is still effective Read more -
Bitewing X-Rays Safely 'Reveal all' About Back Teeth to Prevent Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 09, 2018.
Modern dental care wouldn’t be the same without x-rays. Since dentists began capturing x-ray images a century ago to detect beginning tooth decay, billions of teeth have been preserved. “Catching Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Dec. 04, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read moreCategory: Oral Health
