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Having Trouble Flossing? Try Using an Oral Irrigator
posted: Dec. 08, 2016.
Though you don't like to admit it, you don't floss very often. Oh sure, you know it's important to remove the film of bacteria and food particles called plaque Read more -
Topical Fluoride Adds Extra Protection against Tooth Decay
posted: Nov. 30, 2016.
Protecting a child's primary (“baby”) teeth from tooth decay should be a top priority. If one is lost prematurely due to decay, it could cause the permanent tooth to Read more -
Don't Let an Eating Disorder Wreck Oral Health
posted: Nov. 22, 2016.
Eating disorders cause more than psychological harm. The binge-purge cycle of bulimia or the self-starvation patterns of anorexia can also injure the physical body, especially the mouth. For example, nine Read more -
A Root Canal Treatment can Save Your Tooth and Relieve Pain
posted: Nov. 14, 2016.
One of the most effective techniques for saving decayed or injured teeth is the root canal treatment. Yet when many people hear they need it, they become nervous at Read more -
Cleaning Your Oral Appliance Extends its Life and Ensures Good Health
posted: Nov. 13, 2016.
Oral appliances run the gamut from night guards and retainers to full or partial dentures. Millions of people depend on them for restoring or maintaining dental health. Today's user-friendly appliances Read more -
4 Big Benefits for Beginning Early Dental Visits for Your Child
posted: Nov. 05, 2016.
Your child's dental health is just as important as any other aspect of their physical development. That's why we recommend beginning regular dental visits around their first birthday. Besides getting Read more -
Inflammation is a Key Element in Both Oral and Systemic Diseases
posted: Oct. 28, 2016.
Anybody can contract periodontal (gum) disease if they don't brush and floss every day. Inadequate hygiene allows a thin film of disease-causing bacteria and food particles called plaque to Read more -
Teenagers May Need a Temporary Tooth Replacement
posted: Oct. 20, 2016.
Losing a tooth affects not only your smile but your overall dental health too. A dental implant solves both issues: it replaces the whole tooth, including the root, to Read more -
Not All Crowns are Alike. Know the Differences to Get the Look you Want
posted: Oct. 12, 2016.
If you're in need of a crown to cover a damaged tooth, you have a lot of options. But before you choose, you need to know what you want. Read more -
Make Efforts to Protect Your Teeth from Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Oct. 04, 2016.
Orthodontic treatment is a big investment. But given the benefits for future good health and a more attractive smile, it's well worth it. In the here and now, though, braces Read more -
Stop Annoying Canker Sores with These Effective Treatments
posted: Sep. 26, 2016.
Sometimes it's the little things that can be most annoying. Those occasional small sores that pop up on the inside of your mouth are a case in point. Although Read more -
Treating Gum Disease Important to Saving the Underlying Bone
posted: Sep. 25, 2016.
If you've had periodontal (gum) disease, you've no doubt experienced gum inflammation, bleeding or pain. But your gums may not be the only mouth structures under assault — the Read more -
Dental Implants Could be Your Best Option to Replace Lost Teeth
posted: Sep. 17, 2016.
An estimated 35 million people in the United States are missing all of their teeth on at least one jaw. Your situation may not be as serious — perhaps Read more -
Reducing Tooth Sensitivity will Depend on the Cause
posted: Sep. 09, 2016.
If you're one of over 30% of Americans who wince in pain when eating and drinking certain foods and beverages, you may have tooth sensitivity. Although there are a Read more -
Grafting can Help Regenerate Gum Tissue Lost Through Recession
posted: Sep. 01, 2016.
Gum recession — when the gum tissue covering teeth wears away — is a serious matter. If the roots become exposed you'll not only have increased sensitivity and possible Read more -
Lasers Adding New Precision and Efficiency to Root Canal Treatments
posted: Aug. 24, 2016.
Root canal treatments are an essential part of dental care — countless teeth with deep decay would be lost each year without it. Now, this traditional dental care procedure Read more