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Three Things You May Not Know About Root Canal Treatments
posted: Mar. 14, 2019.
The term “root canal” is a part of our social lexicon, and not always with a positive meaning. But contrary to its negative reputation, a root canal treatment can make Read more -
There's New Hope for a Better Understanding of Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Mar. 04, 2019.
Chronic jaw pain and limited jaw mobility are two common symptoms of a group of conditions known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD or TMD). Several effective treatments have developed over Read more -
Stop Annoying Canker Sores with These Effective Treatments
posted: Feb. 22, 2019.
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 in Read more -
Dental Implants and Smoking - Cause for Concern?
posted: Feb. 12, 2019.
You probably already know that using tobacco causes significant health risks: It increases your odds of getting various cancers and coronary diseases, to name just a few. Unfortunately, not everyone Read more -
Your Toothache is Telling you Something's Wrong in Your Mouth
posted: Feb. 02, 2019.
A toothache might mean you have tooth decay—or maybe not. It could also be a sign of other problems that will take a dental exam to uncover. But we can Read more -
5 Warning Signs You May Have Gum Disease
posted: Jan. 23, 2019.
Periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection caused by plaque, is one of the most prevalent and destructive dental conditions. Left untreated it can eventually lead to tooth and bone loss.Although Read more -
How Effective is Your Oral Hygiene? Find Out with a Plaque Disclosing Agent
posted: Jan. 13, 2019.
Brushing and flossing every day are important for preventing dental disease. The object is to remove as much bacterial plaque, the thin biofilm most responsible for disease, from your teeth Read more -
Crowns Could be the 'Smile' Solution for Some Unattractive Teeth
posted: Jan. 03, 2019.
While dental implants have become the most popular restoration among both dentists and patients, it’s primarily a tooth replacement — either for a missing tooth or a tooth beyond repair Read more -
Mouthguards Found to be Effective in Preventing Teeth and Mouth Injuries
posted: Dec. 24, 2018.
Athletes in contact sports are at significant risk for traumatic injury to their teeth and mouth. It’s estimated 600,000 emergency room visits each year involve a sports-related dental injury.Athletic mouthguards Read more -
There are Good Reasons to Check Your Blood Pressure During Dental Visits
posted: Dec. 14, 2018.
There are a lot of opportunities to have your blood pressure checked: your doctor's office, of course; your local pharmacy; health fairs; and the dentist's office. The last one might Read more -
The Many Advantages of Dental Implants
posted: Dec. 04, 2018.
Dental implants have become the standard for long-term tooth replacement. From mechanics to movie stars, people from all walks of life have discovered the advantages of replacing a missing tooth Read more -
Diabetes and Oral Health: True or False?
posted: Nov. 24, 2018.
November is National Diabetes Month—a time to focus on a disease that affects more than 400 million people around the world. What does diabetes have to do with oral health? Read more -
Don't Let an Eating Disorder Wreck Oral Health
posted: Nov. 14, 2018.
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 in Read more -
Treating TMD Like Other Joint-Related Problems
posted: Nov. 04, 2018.
After ruling out other causes for your jaw pain, your doctor or dentist has made a diagnosis: a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). With TMD, your pain symptoms and other dysfunctions Read more -
A 4-Step Process for Achieving Your Highest Oral Health Possible
posted: Oct. 25, 2018.
You know the basics for a healthy mouth: daily oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. But there are other elements unique to you that also factor into your oral care: Read more -
Look at the Long-Term Costs When Considering Dental Implants
posted: Oct. 15, 2018.
You’ve probably heard a lot of great things about dental implants as a replacement for missing teeth. But there’s one aspect about implants that may cause you hesitation about choosing Read more