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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
updated: Oct. 28, 2019
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here's What You Can Do to Avoid Gum Disease
updated: Oct. 18, 2019
Here's an alarming statistic: Nearly half of adults over 30—and 70% over 65—are affected by periodontal (gum) disease. It's sobering because if not caught and treated early, gum disease Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
There Are a Lot of Bacteria in Your Mouth but Only a Few Mean You Harm
updated: Oct. 08, 2019
Say “bacteria,” especially in the same sentence with “disease” or “infection,” and you may trigger an immediate stampede for the hand sanitizer. The last thing most people want is Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
updated: Sep. 28, 2019
There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening
updated: Sep. 18, 2019
Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates knows how important it is to present your best face to the world — and one of the most important features of that face Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
You May Need an Endodontist for a Tooth With Interior Decay
updated: Sep. 08, 2019
You depend on your family dentist for most of your oral care. There are some situations, though, that are best handled by a specialist. If you or a family Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Serious Health Conditions That Gum Disease Might Make Worse
updated: Aug. 29, 2019
A disease happening in one part of your body doesn’t necessarily stay there. Even a localized infection could eventually affect your general health. Periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
You Might Avoid a Root Canal with This Tooth-Saving Procedure
updated: Aug. 19, 2019
The sooner you get treated for tooth decay, the less likely you'll lose your tooth. That could mean a simple filling—or you might need a root canal treatment if Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
updated: Aug. 09, 2019
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dentures with Implants Could Help You Avoid Bone Loss
updated: Jul. 30, 2019
Even with modern prevention and treatment advances, losing teeth in later life is still a sad but common part of human experience. Just as generations have before, many today Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Anchorage Tools Help Orthodontists Correct Complex Bite Problems
updated: Jul. 20, 2019
While braces are often the stars for straightening smiles, they're not the only cast members in an orthodontic production. Orthodontists occasionally turn to other appliances if the bite problem Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Root Canals are a Safe Way to Save Teeth
updated: Jul. 10, 2019
Every year U.S. dentists perform around 25 million root canal treatments and save countless teeth from the ravages of decay. But if you search "root canal" on the Internet, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
updated: Jun. 30, 2019
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 Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Improve Your Dental Health by Mastering Your Brushing Skills
updated: Jun. 20, 2019
You're not just a patient to your dentist—you're also a partner for achieving your best oral health possible. And it takes what both of you do to achieve it. No Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tooth Type and Condition can Affect Root Canal Therapy Effectiveness
updated: Jun. 10, 2019
Root canal therapy is the unsung "hero" of dentistry. Although often falsely maligned as an unpleasant experience, millions of decayed teeth have been saved thanks to this routine treatment. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Perils of a Loose Permanent Tooth - and What to do About it
updated: May 31, 2019
A loose baby tooth is normal and expected; a loose permanent tooth is quite another matter: it’s an advanced sign of disease that could lead to losing the tooth. The Read moreCategory: Oral Health