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Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 23, 2016

Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Read more
Category: Oral Health
How Dental Implants Work
Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 13, 2016

Ever wondered how these metal restorations can replace your missing teeth? You want to treat your tooth loss but you want a restoration that will actually last a long time. While Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Oral Health
We can Minimize Discomfort from Canker Sores with a few Basic Treatments
Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 08, 2016

They seemingly pop up out of the blue inside your mouth: tiny sores that are sometimes painful — and always annoying. Then, in about a week to ten days Read more
Category: Oral Health
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 23, 2016

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 Read more
Category: Oral Health
Gum Recession Could Shorten the Life of Your Teeth
Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 08, 2016

Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime. Even with wear and tear from years of eating and biting they can continue to function properly and look attractive well Read more
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 24, 2016

When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read more
Category: Oral Health
Grafting can Help Regenerate Gum Tissue Lost Through Recession
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 09, 2016

Gum recession — when the gum tissue covering teeth wears away — is a serious matter. If the roots become exposed you'll not only have increased sensitivity and possible Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 25, 2016

In real life he was a hard-charging basketball player through high school and college. In TV and the movies, he has gone head-to-head with serial killers, assorted bad guys… Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
3 Things to Consider for Lowering Your Child's Risk for Cavities
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 17, 2016

From the moment your child's first tooth appears, usually between six and nine months, you need to be concerned about Early Childhood Caries (ECC). This particular form of tooth Read more
Category: Oral Health
How A Root Canal Can Save Your Damaged Tooth
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 07, 2016

If your tooth is already damaged beyond the point of a filling, don’t despair--it may still be possible to save your tooth. When a filling isn’t enough, a root canal Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Oral Health
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 02, 2016

You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
That Small Mouth Sore is Likely Nothing - but Still Have it Checked
Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 17, 2016

If you notice a small sore or a change in the appearance of the tissues inside your mouth, don’t panic. It’s likely a common, minor ailment that appears on Read more
Category: Oral Health
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 02, 2016

Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Be Sure Your Child has Access to Dental-Friendly Snacks at School
Author: Anonymous updated: May 18, 2016

While you do all you can to provide your child healthy meals and snacks at home, they still face tempting choices for unhealthy fare when they’re away. Unfortunately, their Read more
Category: Oral Health
Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
Author: Anonymous updated: May 03, 2016

When Entertainment Tonight host Nancy O’Dell set out to teach her young daughter Ashby how to brush her teeth, she knew the surest path to success would be to Read more
Category: Oral Health
Signs You May Have Gum Disease
Author: Anonymous updated: Apr. 19, 2016

Signs and symptoms you may have gum disease Do your gums bleed when you brush? Are you afraid you might have gum disease? You’re not alone because many people in the Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Oral Health

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