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Even with Mercury, Dental Amalgam is a Safe Choice for Tooth Filling
posted: Aug. 01, 2017.
One of the top concerns in public health today is exposure to the metallic element mercury within the environment. At abnormal levels, mercury can have a toxic effect on Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Avoid These 4 Health Problems with One Simple Denture Practice
posted: Jul. 24, 2017.
Dentures can be an effective and affordable solution for people who've lost all their teeth. With them a person can once again eat nutritiously, speak clearly and smile confidently Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: Jul. 23, 2017.
What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
You Don't have to Suffer from Irritating Canker Sores
posted: Jul. 15, 2017.
We've all had them — tiny sores that pop up seemingly out of nowhere under the tongue or the inside of the cheek. They're named aphthous ulcers, but are Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Here are the Facts on the Impact of Metal Allergies on Dental Work
posted: Jul. 07, 2017.
Allergic reactions aren't necessarily bad: they're your body's responses to possible threats from foreign substances. But the response can go too far and cause a reaction as minor as Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Include Limitations on Sugar in Your Tooth Decay Prevention Strategy
posted: Jun. 29, 2017.
We’ve waged war for decades against tooth decay through oral hygiene and the increasing use of fluoride, nature’s “super weapon” against this disease. And yet, tooth decay remains a Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Jun. 21, 2017.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Take Care of Your Dental Appliance to Extend its Longevity
posted: Jun. 13, 2017.
What do dentures, retainers and nightguards have in common? Along with orthodontic aligners and athletic mouthguards, they’re all types of removable dental appliances. They also share another commonality: each Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Baseball Fan Catches Her Own Knocked-Out Tooth
posted: Jun. 05, 2017.
When your favorite baseball team wins, it's hard not to get excited — especially if you're right there in the stadium. It's even better when a player tosses the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Not All Bacteria are Harmful to Oral Health
posted: Jun. 04, 2017.
Most people associate bacteria with disease and ill health. But the real story about the trillions of microscopic organisms now living in and on your body is a bit Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
posted: May 27, 2017.
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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Quitting Smoking can Improve the Health of Your Teeth and Gums
posted: May 19, 2017.
While cigarette smoking has been linked with lung cancer and heart disease, it, can also contribute to dental disease. You can reduce these risks by doing one thing — Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Consider Bone Health When Deciding Between Implants and Dentures
posted: May 11, 2017.
Losing permanent teeth is never good — unlike primary teeth, no natural replacements wait in the wings. But the good news is you have a number of options for Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Complications from Missing Teeth Could Limit Your Replacement Options
posted: May 03, 2017.
There are plenty of options today for replacing missing teeth, including dental implants. But if the teeth have been missing for some time, complications can arise that limit your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
posted: Apr. 25, 2017.
Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A Solution for Restoring Adequate Bone for Dental Implants
posted: Apr. 17, 2017.
Dental implants are considered the best tooth replacement option available. An implant replaces the root of a tooth and allows for the replacement of the crown via attachments or Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures
