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Bitewing X-Rays Provide Early Detection of Tooth Decay in Back Teeth
posted: Nov. 10, 2015.
One of the most widely used forms of dental imaging is the bitewing x-ray. So called because of the shape of the device that holds the exposable film a Read more -
Neil Patrick Harris: What the Oscars Host Treasures Most
posted: Oct. 26, 2015.
A few days before the Oscars, Vanity Fair magazine asked Academy Awards host Neil Patrick Harris to name his most treasured possession. Was it his Tony award statuette for Read more -
Removing Wisdom Teeth now may Prevent Dental Problems Later
posted: Oct. 18, 2015.
Teeth damaged by decay, periodontal (gum) disease or trauma are often removed (extracted) if they’re deemed beyond repair. But there’s another reason we may recommend an extraction: a tooth Read more -
Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection
posted: Oct. 03, 2015.
For major-league slugger Giancarlo Stanton, 2014 was a record-breaking year. After the baseball season ended, he signed a 13-year, $325 million contract with the Miami Marlins — the biggest Read more -
Your Veneers Have 'Staying Power' - if Cared for Properly
posted: Sep. 18, 2015.
Porcelain veneers are excellent for restoring otherwise sound teeth that are stained, chipped or slightly misaligned. But the question for many is, are they long-lasting? Just as the term is Read more -
Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
posted: Sep. 03, 2015.
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 -
Keep a Close Eye on Your Dental Health While Undergoing Cancer Treatment
posted: Aug. 19, 2015.
As a cancer patient, you know how important radiation and chemotherapy are to overcoming the disease. But these treatments often come at a price to other aspects of your Read more -
A Toothless Tiger?
posted: Aug. 04, 2015.
Let’s say you’re traveling to Italy to surprise your girlfriend, who is competing in an alpine ski race… and when you lower the scarf that’s covering your face, you Read more -
Ultrasonic Plaque Removal an Effective Alternative to Manual Scaling
posted: Jul. 20, 2015.
Undergoing regular dental cleanings is an essential part of periodontal (gum) disease prevention. While a daily habit of brushing and flossing cleans bacterial plaque from most tooth surfaces, it’s Read more -
Spice Up Your Teeth
posted: Jul. 12, 2015.
As a member of the best-selling pop group Spice Girls, Mel C (AKA Sporty Spice) enjoyed her share of musical superstardom. At the band’s peak in the Nineties, the Read more -
Effective Oral Hygiene is Key to Disease Prevention While Wearing Braces
posted: Jun. 27, 2015.
While braces are a tried and true method for achieving a more attractive smile, they may also give rise to problems with dental disease. This is because their hardware Read more -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Jun. 12, 2015.
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read more -
Cosmetic Gum Surgery Can Restore Health as Well as Appearance to Gums
posted: May 28, 2015.
We most often associate plastic surgery with cosmetic enhancements to our outer appearance. While this is their primary purpose, some forms of reconstructive surgery restore lost function and health Read more -
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: May 13, 2015.
Fans of the primetime TV show The Middle were delighted to see that high school senior Sue, played by Eden Sher, finally got her braces off at the start Read more -
Limit Sugar in Your Diet for Better Oral and General Health
posted: Apr. 28, 2015.
Even after decades emphasizing oral hygiene and supplemental fluoride to fight dental disease, we’re now seeing an increase in tooth decay, especially among children. What’s causing this alarming trend? Many Read more -
Howard Stern Opens Up - About His Teeth
posted: Apr. 13, 2015.
Is there anything that radio and TV personality (and self-proclaimed “King of All Media”) Howard Stern doesn’t want to talk about in public? Maybe not — but it took Read more