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Whitening is a Safe and Effective Way to get That "Hollywood Smile"
posted: Aug. 06, 2013.
The “Hollywood Smile” — dazzlingly white — is associated in our society with youth, health and vitality. Achieving that smile through either professional or home whitening applications has become Read more -
Tooth-Colored Fillings: True or False
posted: Jul. 29, 2013.
Do you have silver dental fillings that you wish you didn't have? Wouldn't it be nice if no one could look in your mouth and see how many cavities Read more -
Are You an Athlete? Here Are Five Reasons You Should Wear a Mouthguard
posted: Jul. 23, 2013.
Are you ready to suit up for sports? Mouthguards have been called the most important part of an athlete's uniform. Designed to absorb and distribute the forces of impact Read more -
Three Reasons to Straighten your Teeth
posted: Jul. 23, 2013.
If you've lived for many years with crooked teeth, you may think that your teeth will be this way forever. Believe it or not, one out of every five Read more -
Answering Common Questions on TMJ Disorders
posted: Jul. 23, 2013.
You have probably heard a lot of people talk about TMJ disorders, but do you know what it all means? How do you know if you are suffering from Read more -
Helping Children Establish Oral Healthcare Habits
posted: Jun. 13, 2013.
A habit can be defined as a recurrent, mostly unconscious pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent repetition. However, there is much more to a habit than meets Read more -
Gum Disease: Are you at Risk?
posted: May 30, 2013.
Did you know that roughly 75% of Americans suffer from some sort of gum disease? Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) refers to the progressive loss of attachment Read more -
Oral Cancer: Risk Factors and Prevention
posted: May 15, 2013.
Oral cancer is a serious health problem, responsible for the death of about one person every hour, every day in the United States. It was once thought that folks Read more -
TMD: How Can Such Small Joints Cause Such Big Problems?
posted: Apr. 27, 2013.
If you have pain in your jaws or related headaches, you may have Temporo-mandibular Joint Disorder, TMD. You are probably wondering what this is — and how it can Read more -
Battling Bruxism and Saving Your Teeth
posted: Apr. 20, 2013.
Do you clench your jaw or grind your teeth? Bite your nails? Chew on pencils or toothpicks? Or, heaven forbid, unscrew hard-to-open bottle caps using your precious pearly whites? Over Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Root Canals
posted: Apr. 12, 2013.
If you think you'd rather wrestle a pack of porcupines than go to the dentist for a root canal treatment — then maybe it's time to think again! This Read more -
Mini-Implants: Five Things You Should Know
posted: Apr. 05, 2013.
Dental implants are now the gold standard for tooth replacement. Why? Because not only do they offer the longest-lasting method of restoring missing teeth, but they also help mitigate Read more -
Dry Mouth - Causes, Risks and Cures
posted: Mar. 26, 2013.
A consistently dry mouth is not only uncomfortable and unpleasant but also probably more serious than you think. Dry mouth, medically known as xerostomia (“xero” – dry; “stomia” – Read more -
Oral Cancer Overview: What You Should Know
posted: Mar. 18, 2013.
Cancer is never a pleasant topic. Yet, rather than wish it away, many people have chosen to take an active and positive role in the prevention and early detection Read more -
FAQ: What You Need to Know About Your Child's Baby Teeth
posted: Mar. 07, 2013.
Losing a baby tooth is an important milestone in a child's life. Be sure to take a photo of that toothless smile — it will be something you treasure Read more -
Oral Health Tips for Special Needs Children
posted: Feb. 26, 2013.
If you are the parent or caregiver of a special needs child or a child with a chronic disease, you face additional challenges when it comes to life's everyday Read more