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Eating the Right Carbs Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
posted: Nov. 23, 2019.
As with most Western countries, we in the U.S. love our carbs. While fats and proteins make an appearance in our diets, many of us go full-tilt on sugars, Read more -
Jaw Surgery may be Necessary to Correct Some Types of Poor Bites
posted: Nov. 18, 2019.
In a normal bite, the upper and lower teeth line up and fit together when you close your jaws. When they don’t, you have a poor bite or “malocclusion.” Read more -
Seek Coordinated Treatment If You Have Both TMD and Fibromyalgia
posted: Nov. 13, 2019.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that produces widespread pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. The pain, muscle spasms and tingling it causes can disrupt sleep, alter moods Read more -
Vaping Could Be Just as Harmful to Your Teeth and Gums as Smoking
posted: Nov. 08, 2019.
The electronic cigarette (e-cig), the much-acclaimed smoking alternative, has recently been linked to hundreds of lung-related illnesses and deaths among otherwise healthy young adults. But dentists were actually among Read more -
Keep Oral Care in Focus for a Family Member With Special Needs
posted: Nov. 03, 2019.
Thanksgiving is an appropriate time to spotlight an often unsung group: individuals providing primary care for another family member. During November, National Family Caregivers Month recognizes those caring for Read more -
Sedation can Make Dental Treatment Easier for High Anxiety Patients
posted: Oct. 29, 2019.
Most dental procedures today only require local anesthesia to numb just the affected area. It's a safer approach than general anesthesia: the unconscious state created by putting someone "to Read more -
It Takes Both You and Your Hygienist to Keep Your Smile Healthy and Beautiful
posted: Oct. 24, 2019.
To have a beautiful, healthy smile you’ll need to keep those pearly whites clean and plaque-free. Good dental hygiene, though, isn’t a solo act: It’s a duet best performed Read more -
Periodontal Maintenance Can Help You Avoid Another Episode of Gum Disease
posted: Oct. 19, 2019.
To keep a healthy smile, brushing and flossing your teeth every day should be at the top of your to-do list, along with regular dental visits. Dental visits are Read more -
To Extract or not Extract? The Big Decision About Your Child's Wisdom Teeth
posted: Oct. 14, 2019.
Your child's permanent teeth come in gradually, starting just as they begin losing their primary ("baby") teeth and not ending until late adolescence or early adulthood. That's when the Read more -
Dental Sealants Give Children an Added Boost Against Tooth Decay
posted: Oct. 09, 2019.
Although adults are more prone to dental disease, children aren't immune from one particular infection, tooth decay. Some children, in fact, are at higher risk for an aggressive form Read more -
3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist
posted: Oct. 04, 2019.
Your baby is turning one year old—and it's time for their first dental visit! Both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend your child Read more -
Behavioral Therapy Could Reduce a Child's Dental Anxiety Without Drugs
posted: Sep. 29, 2019.
It’s common for kids to be less than enthusiastic about visiting the dentist. For some, though, it’s even more of a challenge: A child with extreme anxiety and fear Read more -
A Partnership With the Dentist Will Help Your Child's Teeth Develop Normally
posted: Sep. 24, 2019.
“That kid is growing like a weed!” Every proud parent likes to hear something like that about their child: It means they’re growing up—and it shows! As nature takes its Read more -
You May Need an Endodontist for a Tooth With Interior Decay
posted: Sep. 19, 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 more -
Improving Hygiene Skills Maximizes Removal of Disease-Causing Plaque
posted: Sep. 14, 2019.
Your mouth is teeming with bacteria—millions of them. But don't be alarmed: Most are benign or even beneficial. There are, however, some bacteria that cause tooth decay or periodontal Read more -
Your Quest for a Dental Implant Might Be Interrupted by Bone Loss
posted: Sep. 09, 2019.
Years ago, disease or trauma robbed you of one of your teeth. At the time you might have opted for an affordable solution, like a partial denture. But now Read more