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Have Fun This Summer But Play it Safe for Your Dental Health's Sake
posted: Jul. 29, 2020.
As summer reaches its apex here in the western hemisphere, warmer weather beckons many of us out of doors. And there's plenty of fun to be had, from hiking Read more -
Exciting New Discovery Could Help in the Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance
posted: Jul. 19, 2020.
Like the rest of healthcare, antibiotics have transformed dentistry. Advanced oral infections that once eluded successful treatment are routinely stopped with the use of these “wonder drugs.” But their Read more -
A Traditional Bridge Might be the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth
posted: Jul. 09, 2020.
We can do a great many things to preserve diseased teeth, from filling cavities to crowning damaged but still viable teeth to protect them and restore their attractiveness. But Read more -
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: Jun. 29, 2020.
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read more -
What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
posted: Jun. 19, 2020.
Porcelain veneers are a great way to enhance an unattractive smile. But are they appropriate for teenagers? The answer usually depends on a patient’s current development stage and the Read more -
3 Reasons You Should Consider Tooth Whitening
posted: Jun. 09, 2020.
White, translucent teeth are the hallmark of a beautiful smile. But with age or the foods we eat our teeth’s natural brightness can dim to a dingy yellow. If this Read more -
Teeth Whitening: Know Your Options
posted: May 30, 2020.
There are many reasons why teeth may need a whitening treatment to achieve an appealing brightness: what we eat and drink, natural aging, genetics, and the lack of dedication Read more -
Hugh Jackman Is All Smiles for His New Broadway-Inspired Show
posted: May 20, 2020.
To anyone immersed in the “X-Men Universe” Hugh Jackman will always be Wolverine, a role he played in seven movies. But there’s more to this Australian actor than mutant Read more -
Think Twice Before Considering Botox for Chronic Jaw Pain Relief
posted: May 10, 2020.
Chronic jaw pain can be an unnerving experience that drains the joy out of life. And because of the difficulty in controlling it patients desperate for relief may tread Read more -
What You Should Know About a Home Teeth Whitening Kit
posted: Apr. 30, 2020.
A relatively easy and inexpensive way to improve your smile is to whiten your teeth. In fact, you may even be able to do it yourself at home. Although Read more -
These High-Tech Tools Help Your Veneers Look Attractive and Natural
posted: Apr. 20, 2020.
Porcelain veneers have been used for several decades to enhance a dental patient's smile. These thin wafers of color-matched dental porcelain are bonded to the visible surface of teeth Read more -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Apr. 10, 2020.
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read more -
The Tale of the Toothworm
posted: Mar. 31, 2020.
Ever wonder just exactly what causes cavities? Once upon a time, “Toothworms” — miniscule, yet relentless pests — were thought to be responsible for this widespread malady. This belief Read more -
Don't Put Off Getting Treatment for Your Sensitive Teeth
posted: Mar. 21, 2020.
While out with friends one evening, you take a bite of ice cream. Suddenly, pain shoots through your teeth. It only lasts a second, but it's enough to ruin Read more -
3 Things to Consider for Lowering Your Child's Risk for Cavities
posted: Mar. 11, 2020.
From the moment your child's first tooth appears, usually between six and nine months, you need to be concerned about Early Childhood Caries (ECC). This particular form of tooth Read more -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Mar. 01, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read more