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There's a Good Reason for Adults to Consider Orthodontics - Better Oral Health
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.
You’ve had crooked teeth since you could remember. Perhaps you and your parents talked about braces when you were a teenager, but it never happened. Now you’re well into your Read more -
3 Factors That Could Affect the Success of a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.
A tooth with deep decay is in real peril. If the disease isn’t stopped, it can eventually infect the bone and greatly increase the risk of losing the tooth. But Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.
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 old Read more -
Answers to Expectant Mothers' Frequent Questions
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life — but it can also generate a lot of questions about both the mother’s and the baby’s health. The realm of Read more -
Restore a Flawed Tooth in as Little as One Visit with Composite Resin
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.
You have a winning smile except for one small flaw — one of your front teeth is chipped. In functional terms the defect is insignificant: your tooth is healthy and Read more -
A Team Approach to Implants Helps Ensure a Satisfying New Smile
posted: Jul. 31, 2020.
Dental implants are among the most popular tooth replacements with their high success rate, durability and life-like beauty. But obtaining them is a process that requires commitment, planning, and coordination Read more -
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
posted: Jul. 21, 2020.
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted on Read more -
Removing Wisdom Teeth now may Prevent Dental Problems Later
posted: Jul. 11, 2020.
Teeth damaged by decay, periodontal (gum) disease or trauma are often removed (extracted) if they’re deemed beyond repair. But there’s another reason we may recommend an extraction: a tooth is Read more -
Six Ways Saliva Helps Your Mouth and Body Stay Healthy
posted: Jul. 01, 2020.
While it doesn’t garner the star power of blood, saliva is still an important bodily fluid. A true multi-tasker, saliva contributes in many ways to the function and health of Read more -
Could a Metal Allergy Keep You From Getting a Dental Implant?
posted: Jun. 21, 2020.
The dental implant is the closest thing in modern dentistry to a natural tooth. This is because an implant replaces more than the visible crown — it also replaces the Read more -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Jun. 11, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While scrambling Read more -
How to Treat the Problem of Teeth that Never Developed
posted: Jun. 01, 2020.
About one-quarter of people have teeth that never developed. While most of these congenitally missing teeth are wisdom teeth, they can also include premolars or lateral incisors (the teeth right Read more -
Customized Temporary Crowns Help Ensure a Satisfying Permanent Smile
posted: May 22, 2020.
Restoring missing or unattractive teeth can often be a lengthy process. Months may elapse between initial teeth preparation and final placement to allow time for tissue healing and permanent crown Read more -
Take Charge of Stress Management to Reduce Teeth Grinding Habits
posted: May 12, 2020.
It’s hard to avoid stress in the 21st Century. We’re all bombarded with stressors, from work to family — even our smart phones!The problem really isn’t the stressors themselves but Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: May 02, 2020.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may have Read more -
3 Things to Watch Out for to Protect Your Oral Appliance
posted: Apr. 22, 2020.
If you're one of the millions of people wearing an oral appliance, you already know how important it is to your dental health. Whatever the purpose—replacing teeth, stopping teeth grinding Read more
