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Manage Your GERD Symptoms to Prevent Enamel Erosion
posted: Nov. 25, 2021.

Most dental problems arise from tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But they aren't the only source of danger to your teeth—gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) could be just as damaging Read more
Your Dentist Could Help You Overcome Sleep Apnea
posted: Nov. 15, 2021.

A full night's sleep isn't a luxury—we all need it for a healthy mind and body. But 50-70 million people in the U.S. aren't getting enough sleep because of a Read more
Gum Recession Could Have Long-Range Consequences For Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 05, 2021.

We're all familiar with optical illusions, which our brain visually perceives in a way different from the actual reality. A kind of optical illusion may also happen in your mouth: Read more
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until she Read more
Look at the Long-Term Costs When Considering Dental Implants
posted: Oct. 16, 2021.

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
Your Dentist Can Help You Sleep Soundly
posted: Oct. 11, 2021.

If you are having difficulty sleeping, increased fatigue throughout the day, or are disrupting your partner at night with your snoring, it is possible that you could be suffering from Read more
Here's What To Do for 4 Kinds of Dental Injuries
posted: Oct. 06, 2021.

Although kids are resilient, they're not indestructible. They're prone to their share of injuries, both major and minor—including dental injuries.It's common for physically active children to suffer injuries to their Read more
3 Things to do to Prepare for Dental Emergencies While Traveling Abroad
posted: Sep. 26, 2021.

Vacationing abroad can be the trip of a lifetime — or a nightmare if you have a medical or dental emergency while traveling. Dental care in many locations around the Read more
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: Sep. 16, 2021.

It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, showing Read more
Dental Crowns Strengthen Damaged Teeth
posted: Sep. 15, 2021.

Teeth that have been damaged, either to injury or decay, need some extra help to preserve them. But dental crowns do more than just preserve your tooth, they also give Read more
Removing a Tooth Could Help Correct This Particular Bite Problem
posted: Sep. 06, 2021.

Dentists extract millions of teeth each year, mostly because of disease. But sometimes a healthy tooth is removed to gain a more favorable, long-term dental health outcome.An example of this Read more
A 4-Step Process for Achieving Your Highest Oral Health Possible
posted: Aug. 27, 2021.

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
Floss First or Last? Here are Reasons for Either Approach
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

A certain news story a few years ago notwithstanding, dentists still recommend flossing along with brushing to adequately remove disease-causing plaque. If there is any controversy at all about flossing, Read more
Russell Wilson's Funny Video Aside, Removing Wisdom Teeth is No Laughing Matter
posted: Aug. 07, 2021.

There are plenty of hilarious videos of groggy patients coming out of wisdom teeth surgery to keep you occupied for hours. While many of these have turned everyday people into Read more
Don't Worry About Dental Amalgam: It's Safe for Treating Cavities
posted: Jul. 28, 2021.

Dental amalgam—also known as “silver fillings”—has been used for nearly a hundred years to treat cavities. There are several reasons why this mixture of metals has been the go-to material Read more
3 Orthodontic Options for Correcting Bad Bites
posted: Jul. 18, 2021.

Malocclusions (bad bites) may cause more than an appearance problem — with teeth and jaws not working together properly, you’re at higher risk for dental disease or accelerated tooth wear. Read more