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What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
posted: Jan. 14, 2021.
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 type Read more -
Although Rare, This Condition Could Destroy a Tooth
posted: Jan. 04, 2021.
Most dental problems are caused by tooth decay or periodontal (gum) disease, easily preventable with dedicated daily hygiene and regular dental care. But there are a few other rare conditions Read more -
Periodontal Maintenance Can Help You Avoid Another Episode of Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 25, 2020.
To keep a healthy smile, brushing and flossing your teeth every day should be at the top of your to-do list, along with regular dental visits. Dental visits are usually Read more -
Mouth or Facial Clefts can be Overcome with Reconstructive Surgery
posted: Dec. 15, 2020.
At a baby’s birth, the joyous parents are often asked by friends and family “Is the baby okay?” Most often the answer is a happy “Yes.” Sadly, though, a birth Read more -
Some Bite Problems May Require the Help of Other Tools in Conjunction With Braces
posted: Dec. 05, 2020.
If you're into social media, you might have run across the idea that there's nothing to straightening your teeth. According to some SM influencers, you can even do it yourself Read more -
Answering Your Questions about Your Upcoming Teeth Whitening
posted: Nov. 25, 2020.
Whitening can transform the dullest teeth into a dazzling smile fit for a Hollywood star. But before you undergo a whitening procedure, you might have a few questions about it. Read more -
What You Should do About This Bizarre Drug Side Effect
posted: Nov. 15, 2020.
Drugs play an indispensable role in treating disease. For example, life without antibiotics would be much more precarious—common infections we think nothing of now would suddenly become life-threatening.But even the Read more -
Age Doesn't Have to Stop You From Straightening Your Smile
posted: Nov. 05, 2020.
Cowboys wear Stetsons; ballerinas wear tutus; and teenagers wear…braces.At least that's the popular conception. In actuality, one in five orthodontic patients is an adult, a number that continues to grow. Read more -
Common Types of Tooth Injuries and How to Treat Them
posted: Oct. 26, 2020.
Although naturally resilient, your teeth still face some significant dangers. Tooth decay and gum disease, “enemies” within the mouth, can severely damage your teeth and eventually lead to their loss.But Read more -
A Retainer Helps You Keep Your New Smile After Braces
posted: Oct. 16, 2020.
Moving your teeth to a more functional and attractive alignment is a big undertaking. You can invest months — even years — and a lot of expense to correct a Read more -
Could a Metal Allergy Stop You From Getting Dental Implants?
posted: Oct. 06, 2020.
The subject of allergies covers a wide swath in medicine. Among other things, people have allergic reactions to animal fur, various foods and plant pollen. The effects are equally wide-ranging, Read more -
We can Build up Lost Bone Before Your Implant
posted: Sep. 26, 2020.
The “magic” behind a dental implant’s durability is the special affinity its imbedded titanium post has with bone. Over time bone grows and attaches to the titanium surface to produce Read more -
Limit Sugar in Your Diet for Better Oral and General Health
posted: Sep. 16, 2020.
Even after decades emphasizing oral hygiene and supplemental fluoride to fight dental disease, we’re now seeing an increase in tooth decay, especially among children. What’s causing this alarming trend?Many in Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Bear Close Monitoring for Future Dental Health
posted: Sep. 06, 2020.
One of the major signs that a young person's dental development is nearing completion is the eruption of the last four permanent teeth: the third molars, located rear-most on either Read more -
Treating Gum Disease Important to Saving the Underlying Bone
posted: Aug. 27, 2020.
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 disease Read more -
Lingual Braces: An Invisible Way to Move Your Teeth
posted: Aug. 17, 2020.
Once upon a time, braces were the way to straighten a smile. They were—and continue to be—an effective orthodontic treatment especially for younger patients. But braces do have a few Read more