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Why Vaping isn't a Safe Choice for Your Oral Health
posted: Mar. 11, 2020.

Vaping, the use of an electronic cigarette or E-cigarette, has exploded in popularity over the last few years. But although touted by proponents as a cleaner and healthier alternative Read more
Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
posted: Mar. 01, 2020.

This year's Carol Burnett Award, presented at the Golden Globes, goes to Ellen DeGeneres for her “outstanding contributions to the television medium on or off the screen.” This is Read more
4 Things to Do to Keep Your Child's Dental Development on Track
posted: Feb. 20, 2020.

When you’re expecting a new baby, there’s a lot to prepare: outfitting the nursery, stocking up on diapers or choosing a pediatrician. It’s also not too early to consider Read more
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
posted: Feb. 10, 2020.

Holistic medicine aims to provide healthcare for the “whole” person. While it's a worthy approach, the term has also been used to advance ideas, including in dentistry, at odds Read more
Moving Just a Few Teeth can have Big Results
posted: Jan. 31, 2020.

Orthodontists are able to achieve attractive results with traditional braces moving several teeth into a better position. In a way, braces are the original “smile makeover.” But orthodontic treatment can Read more
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Jan. 21, 2020.

Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more
4 Common Causes for Gum Recession
posted: Jan. 11, 2020.

Your gums play an important role in dental function and health. Not only do they help anchor teeth in the jaw, the gums also protect tooth roots from disease. But Read more
Less-Invasive Pulp Capping Could Save Your Tooth
posted: Jan. 01, 2020.

There’s one sure thing about tooth decay: you can’t ignore it. In fact, the best outcomes result from finding it early and treating it before it enters the pulp Read more
Wearing a Retainer Will Protect Your New Smile After Braces
posted: Dec. 22, 2019.

After living with braces for a couple of years, the “big reveal” finally happens and you see your new smile for the first time. But then you’re told you Read more
Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
posted: Dec. 12, 2019.

Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of Read more
You May Need Orthodontics Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Dec. 02, 2019.

Sometimes you need only a single solution to improve your smile: teeth whitening to brighten stained teeth; porcelain veneers or crowns to mask dental flaws; or a life-like dental Read more
For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
posted: Nov. 22, 2019.

There's a “file” on you at your dentist's office: Every visit you've made—from regular cleanings to major dental work—has been recorded, noted and preserved for posterity. If that gives you Read more
Teens May Need a Temporary Restoration for Missing Teeth
posted: Nov. 12, 2019.

While not as prevalent as adults, teenagers can have missing teeth, usually from injury or from never having been formed. Fortunately, life-like dental implants can replace missing teeth. But Read more
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Nov. 02, 2019.

The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more
Tooth Sensitivity Could Be a Sign of Deeper Problems
posted: Oct. 23, 2019.

If you wince in pain while eating or drinking something hot or cold, you’re not alone: tooth sensitivity afflicts one in three Americans. To understand what’s possibly going on, Read more
The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
posted: Oct. 13, 2019.

While the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation have contributed to rising cancer survival rates, they can still have an adverse effect on the rest of the body. That includes Read more