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Actress Florence Henderson Shares Her Secrets for Keeping Your Natural Teeth as You Age
posted: May 29, 2014.
Florence Henderson is a multi-talented actress most recognized for her role as Carol Brady on The Brady Brunch, one of the longest-running situational comedies. In fact, this role earned Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Mini-Implants: Five Things You Should Know
posted: May 21, 2014.
Dental implants are now the gold standard for tooth replacement. Why? Because not only do they offer the longest-lasting method of restoring missing teeth, but they also help mitigate Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Frequently Asked Questions About Porcelain Veneers
posted: May 13, 2014.
Q: What exactly are porcelain veneers? A: The term “veneer” usually means a very thin covering that’s designed to improve the way a surface looks. The porcelain veneers we Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Metals Pose a Low Risk of Allergy Among Most People
posted: May 05, 2014.
In modern times, metals have played an important role in tooth preservation and restoration. From the dental amalgam used for a century and a half to fill cavities to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
"Tooth Fairy" Brady Reiter Works Her Magic for Children's Oral Health Charity
posted: May 02, 2014.
Did you know that severe tooth decay is America's #1 chronic childhood disease? Actress Brady Reiter didn't know either — until she became the star of the movie Tooth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Advanced Periodontal Disease Requires an Aggressive Treatment Strategy
posted: Apr. 24, 2014.
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that specializes in the supporting structures around the teeth, including the gums and bone, as well as the ligaments that join these structures Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Take the Scream Out of Ice Cream
posted: Apr. 09, 2014.
“We all scream for ice cream,” the saying goes. But what if eating ice cream — or any very cold or hot food — literally makes you want to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tooth Pain During Pressure Changes Could Be Warning of a Bigger Problem
posted: Apr. 01, 2014.
People who fly or scuba dive know firsthand how changes in atmospheric pressure can affect the body: as minor as a popping in the ears, or as life-threatening as Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Are mouthguards important? Just ask Fitness Expert Jillian Michaels
posted: Mar. 24, 2014.
Protecting one's smile is important at any age. This is especially true for people who participate in contact sports or other activities where a trauma to the mouth can Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Minor Procedure Can Help Keep the Space Between Teeth Closed
posted: Mar. 21, 2014.
You have a beautiful smile, but with one noticeable flaw — there's a small gap between your two front teeth. It's a common occurrence that can be corrected with Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Amalgam Fillings Remain a Safe and Reliable Tooth Restoration Option
posted: Mar. 12, 2014.
Metal amalgam fillings for dental caries have been used since the mid 19th Century. Although newer, “natural color” filling materials have become available, amalgam remains a standard choice among Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Top Five Ways to Preserve Your Teeth for Life
posted: Mar. 04, 2014.
You may have heard the expression: “If you just ignore your teeth, they will go away.” That may be true — but by practicing good oral hygiene, more and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Padma Lakshmi's Smile: A Recipe for Beauty
posted: Feb. 24, 2014.
Before she began hosting the long-running TV competition Top Chef, Padma Lakshmi was a well-known model and successful cookbook author. (Appropriately, she is said to have been “discovered” by Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
It Can Pay to Spend on Dental Implants
posted: Feb. 21, 2014.
If you’re missing a tooth, you’re not alone; in fact 35 million Americans are missing all of their teeth in at least one jaw! Whether it’s one tooth or Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Do You Want A "Perfect" Or "Natural" Smile? We Need To Know!
posted: Feb. 13, 2014.
Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile? Do you get anxious about smiling in social settings? Have you ever wished you had teeth like your favorite celebrity? Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Implants Require Cleaning and Maintenance Just Like Natural Teeth
posted: Feb. 05, 2014.
There’s no doubt dental implants are an effective choice for restoring both the form and function of missing teeth. But although they aren’t susceptible to tooth decay as with Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures
