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Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Jan. 31, 2021.

Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read more
This Laser Procedure Promises Big Benefits for Gum Disease Treatment
posted: Jan. 21, 2021.

Over the years, dentists have become quite proficient in treating even the most severe periodontal (gum) disease. Many of these positive outcomes are achieved through manual effort using simple Read more
3 Reasons Why Treating Cavities Is Becoming More Effective
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.

If you've ever had a run-in with cavities, you know the drill (no pun intended): After getting a local anesthetic for pain, the dentist removes any decayed dental tissue, Read more
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Jan. 01, 2021.

Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in Read more
Mike Tyson: The Prizefighter Prizes His Unique Smile
posted: Dec. 21, 2020.

Mike Tyson made a splash when he faced off against sharks during the Discovery Channel's Shark Week 2020. But there's bigger news for fans of the former undisputed world Read more
This Odd Tongue Condition Isn't Something To Fret Over
posted: Dec. 09, 2020.

If you're intrigued by the strange and bizarre, here's one to pique your interest: geographic tongue. It's a rare condition that causes the appearance of red patches on the Read more
Interceptive Orthodontics: Stopping Poor Bites Before They Develop
posted: Nov. 29, 2020.

Approximately 4 million tweens and teens are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment for a poor bite (malocclusion) that can cost their families thousands of dollars in braces or clear aligners. Read more
That Energy Drink You Take for a Boost Might Be Hurting Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 19, 2020.

Although energy drinks are but a blip on the historical timeline compared to coffee or tea, they've displaced these traditional stimulants among nearly half of today's adolescents and young Read more
Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
posted: Nov. 08, 2020.

If you're well past your teen years, you probably have several reasons for not straightening your crooked smile: the expense, the time and the embarrassment of being a 30-, Read more
Your Dentist Could Help You Overcome Sleep Apnea
posted: Oct. 29, 2020.

A full night's sleep isn't a luxury—we all need it for a healthy mind and body. But 50-70 million people in the U.S. aren't getting enough sleep because of Read more
4 Tips To Make Dental Care Easier for Children With Special Needs
posted: Oct. 19, 2020.

Even the simplest, everyday things can be challenging for a child with special needs. Dental care is no exception.If you have a child with a chronic condition that affects Read more
4 Ways Saliva Protects Your Mouth Against Disease
posted: Oct. 09, 2020.

Brushing and flossing daily, and dental visits at least twice a year: These are the essential things you should be doing to protect your teeth and gums against dental Read more
Zac Efron's Smile Transformation Could Happen to You
posted: Sep. 29, 2020.

Actor Zac Efron has one of the top smiles in a business known for beautiful smiles. Bursting on the scene in 2006 at age 18 in High School Musical, Read more
How to Avoid This Painful Condition After Tooth Extraction
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.

Dentists and oral surgeons remove millions of teeth every year, most without any adverse aftereffects. But about 2% of patients experience a dry socket, a condition that, although not Read more
Call the Dentist Immediately If You Have a Loose Tooth
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.

Do you remember when one of your baby teeth began to wiggle? You knew it wouldn't be long before it came out, followed by a little something from the Read more
How to Care for Your Child's Valuable Primary Teeth
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.

Infancy is perhaps the only time in a person's life where a smile with just a few tiny teeth is still endearing. More will come—and then each will gradually Read more

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