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There May Be a Solution To Your Facial Pain
updated: Oct. 11, 2021
Physical pain is unpleasant—but not knowing why you're hurting makes it worse. Thousands of people encounter such as experience when parts of their face suddenly and mysteriously erupt in Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
If You Find Flossing Too Difficult, Try a Water Flosser
updated: Oct. 01, 2021
Dental plaque, that gritty bacterial film coating your teeth, is the top cause for tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. You can see and feel a lot of it—but Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
updated: Sep. 21, 2021
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Recession Can Harm Your Oral Health and Your Smile
updated: Sep. 01, 2021
Your gums don't just attractively frame your teeth—they protect them as well. If they shrink back (recede) from their normal covering, portions of the teeth could become exposed to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your 'Toothache' Might Actually be Unrelated to Your Teeth
updated: Aug. 22, 2021
When you see your dentist about mouth pain, you expect to hear that it's a decayed or fractured tooth, or maybe a gum infection. But you might be surprised Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
updated: Aug. 12, 2021
Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What We Can Learn From Those With Chronic Jaw Pain and Discomfort
updated: Jul. 23, 2021
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic jaw problems. These conditions cause recurring pain for 10 to 30 million Americans, especially women of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Disease Could be Making Other Diseases Worse
updated: Jul. 12, 2021
Half of adults over age 30, and an astounding 70% over 65, have had some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Unchecked, a bacterial gum infection can spread into the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Managing Oral Health Is an Important Priority for HIV-AID Patients
updated: Jun. 12, 2021
Forty years have passed since the first reported case of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), and it and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes it are still with Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Do This For a Healthier Mouth and Overall Well-Being
updated: Jun. 02, 2021
Health is on everyone's mind, especially after dealing with COVID-19 this past year. Beyond the immediate concerns of coping with this novel coronavirus, many are taking a closer look Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Disease Could Impact More Than Your Oral Health
updated: May 23, 2021
Preventing periodontal (gum) disease not only preserves your teeth and gums, it might also benefit the rest of your health. There's growing evidence that gum disease has links to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Eating the Right Kind of Carbs Can Help You Avoid Gum Disease
updated: Apr. 23, 2021
There are great health benefits to eating better, including for your teeth and gums. But to determine your ideal diet, you'll have to come to terms with carbohydrates, the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A New Dental Pain Management Approach Reduces the Need for Narcotics
updated: Apr. 13, 2021
Narcotics have long played an important role in easing severe pain caused by disease, trauma or treatment. Healthcare professionals, including dentists, continue to prescribe them as a matter of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don't Avoid Dental Care While You're Pregnant
updated: Mar. 24, 2021
Learning you're pregnant can change your life in a heartbeat—or now two. Suddenly, what was important to you just seconds before the news takes a back seat to the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Flossing an Implant-Supported Bridge can Prevent a Damaging Gum Infection
updated: Mar. 14, 2021
In recent years, dental implants have helped traditional bridgework take a giant leap forward. A few strategically placed implants can provide the highest support and stability we can currently Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How You Can Prevent Teeth Grinding From Damaging Your Oral Health
updated: Feb. 12, 2021
Life has changed dramatically over the centuries. But although our ancient forebears wouldn't recognize much of our modern world, they would be well acquainted with one particular oral habit Read moreCategory: Oral Health