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Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 25, 2019
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the
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Watch Out for These Dental Health Issues as You Age
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 15, 2019
One thing’s for sure: We’re all getting older. Here’s another sure thing: Aging doesn’t necessarily look the same on everyone. That one spry octogenarian lapping younger folks on the
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Here's What You Can Do to Avoid Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 05, 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
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Make Sure Your Kids' Teeth Are Ready for School
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 26, 2019
With summer winding down, parents are turning their attention to their kids' upcoming school year. August is often a busy time for families rushing to buy school supplies and
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Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 16, 2019
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of
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That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 06, 2019
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about
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A Cleft Birth Defect Can Be Heartbreaking - but There Is Hope
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 27, 2019
Every year, thousands of children are born with a cleft palate, cleft lip or a combination of both. The advocacy group AmeriFace promotes the month of July as National
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Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 17, 2019
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease.
Gum disease is caused
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Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 07, 2019
Singer and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the
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Tooth Type and Condition can Affect Root Canal Therapy Effectiveness
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 27, 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
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Simple Steps to Follow if Your Child has a Toothache
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 17, 2019
"Mom, my tooth hurts" isn't something you look forward to hearing your child say. But tooth pain is as common as other childhood ailments, so you may have to
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3 Things You Can do to Help Promote Your Child's Dental Development
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 07, 2019
Tooth decay and developing bite problems could be major obstacles to your child's normal growth and development. Without good, preventive dental care at home and from the dentist, these
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Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 28, 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
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Root Canals are a Safe Way to Save Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 18, 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,
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Your Teenager not Ready for an Implant? Here's What We Can Do Instead
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 08, 2019
Losing a tooth can be traumatic, but a dental implant can dramatically turn that experience around. Providing functionality, life-like appearance and durability, implants stand out as the premier restoration
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Beat Dental Plaque While Wearing Braces with These Tools and Tips
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 28, 2019
Wearing braces will probably never make your list of Most Pleasurable Life Experiences: you'll have to avoid certain foods and habits, endure some occasional discomfort, and perhaps feel some
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