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Gum Disease is Still a Threat to Your Dental Implants
posted: Jun. 26, 2018.
You’ve invested quite a bit in your new dental implants. And it truly is an investment: because of implants’ potential longevity, their long-term costs could actually be lower than Read more -
Artificial Sweeteners Could Help You Reduce the Risk of Dental Disease
posted: Jun. 21, 2018.
We’re all familiar with “naughty” and “nice” lists for food: “nice” items are beneficial or at least harmless; on the other hand, those on the “naughty” list are not Read more -
New Materials Add Strength to Veneers' Beautiful Life-Likeness
posted: Jun. 16, 2018.
With exciting innovations in cosmetic dentistry over the last few decades, we can now transform nearly any unattractive smile. One of the best and most cost-effective of these is Read more -
Watch Out for Signs of Gum Recession
posted: Jun. 11, 2018.
Your gums aren’t just for show—they also play an important role in supporting and protecting your teeth. Healthy gums are essential for healthy teeth.Your gums can take a lot Read more -
3 Common Causes for Chronic Dry Mouth and What You can do About It
posted: Jun. 06, 2018.
Like most people, you’ve no doubt experienced occasional dry mouth as when you’re thirsty or just waking from sleep. These are normal occurrences that usually don’t last long.But xerostomia Read more -
Teeth Grinding in Older Children and Adolescents a Cause for Concern
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.
Teeth grinding is one childhood habit that sounds worse than it usually is: often the most harm done is to your night’s sleep. That said, though, it’s still a Read more -
4 Foods That May Help You Prevent Tooth Decay
posted: May 27, 2018.
What you eat (and how often you eat it) is a major factor in the ongoing battle to prevent tooth decay. High levels of sugar or similar carbohydrates in Read more -
Increase Bone Mass for Dental Implants through Grafting
posted: May 22, 2018.
Losing a tooth from disease or accident can be traumatic. The good news, though, is that it can be replaced with a life-like replica that restores your smile. One Read more -
3 Possible Timing Scenarios for Getting Your New Implant
posted: May 17, 2018.
If you have a problem tooth we’ve recommended removing, those “Tooth in one day” ads—a tooth removed and an implant placed at the same time—might start to pique your Read more -
What to Do For Mouth Injuries Your Child Might Encounter
posted: May 12, 2018.
Famed educator Maria Montessori once said, “Play is the work of the child”—and most kids take their “work” very seriously. But their avid enthusiasm might also raise the risk Read more -
OTC Pain Relievers Usually Enough to Relieve Post-Procedure Mouth Discomfort
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Because the mouth is one of the most sensitive areas of the body, we go to great lengths to eliminate pain and discomfort associated with dental work. Anesthesia, both Read more -
Protect Your Smile - National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2018.
Dental injuries result in thousands of visits to the emergency room every year, and many of these injuries occur while engaging in sports and recreational activities. Whether playing on Read more -
Chewing Tobacco is Just as Addictive and Dangerous as Smoking
posted: Mar. 27, 2018.
Ask people about the “Great American Smoke-Out,” and many could tell you about this annual promotion encouraging tobacco smokers to quit. Ask them about “The Great American Spit-Out,” though, Read more -
Research Confirms: Dental Sealants Really Work!
posted: Mar. 19, 2018.
Have you heard about dental sealants? These preventive treatments have been available for many decades, and more and more children are taking advantage of them. The National Institutes of Read more -
Periodontal Probing Increases Accuracy in Diagnosing Gum Disease
posted: Mar. 18, 2018.
If you’re over age 30 there’s a fifty percent chance you have periodontal (gum) disease—and you may not even know it. Without treatment this often “silent” bacterial infection could Read more -
A Child's Teeth Grinding is Normal - But You Should Still Keep an Eye on it
posted: Mar. 10, 2018.
When you're first startled awake in the middle of the night by a loud, gritting sound emanating from your child's room, you may have two questions: how can such Read more