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Direct Veneers Offer a Quick and Affordable Alternative to Traditional Veneers
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 09, 2020
Orthodontics, veneers and other cosmetic dental techniques can turn a less than perfect smile into a beautiful one—but not always very quickly. For example, porcelain veneers can take weeks
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Some Simple Cosmetic Techniques Could Help Your Smile Age Gracefully
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 30, 2020
We all want to look young and vibrant, or at least “age gracefully.” If you're seeking to reduce the visible effects of aging for a more youthful appearance, be
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DIY Orthodontics is a Recipe for Dental Disaster
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 20, 2020
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) is a deeply held American trait for building, renovating or repairing things without the services of a professional. The Internet has only made this tradition easier: There
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Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 10, 2020
Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of
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Floss First or Brush First? You Be the Judge
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 31, 2020
Brushing and flossing are two of the best things you can do to fight dental disease and maintain healthy teeth and gums.
Or is it flossing and brushing? What we
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This Oral Appliance Could Help Solve Your Sleep Apnea Problem
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 21, 2020
Millions of people have obstructive sleep apnea—and some don’t even realize it. That’s because even though these airway-blocking episodes can occur several times a night, they may only last
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Like Our National Parks, Your Natural Teeth Are Worth Preserving
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 11, 2020
July is Park and Recreation Month, when we Americans celebrate our ongoing love affair with the great outdoors. Since Yellowstone became our first national park in 1872, we've been
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Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 01, 2020
This year's Carol Burnett Award, presented at the Golden Globes, goes to Ellen DeGeneres for her “outstanding contributions to the television medium on or off the screen.” This is
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How to Protect Dental Health in the Later Years of Life
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 21, 2020
As we get older, we become more susceptible to chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease or arthritis. We can also begin to see more problems with our teeth
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Treating Gum Disease is Good for Your Whole Body, Not Just Your Mouth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 11, 2020
Periodontal (gum) disease can do unpleasant things to your mouth, including losing teeth. Its effects, though, may not be isolated to the oral cavity: Gum disease could make other
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If a Root Canal Won't Work, This Procedure Might Save Your Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 01, 2020
Root canal treatments are the go-to procedures dentists use to treat a tooth with advanced internal decay that has resulted in the pulp (nerve) dying. And for good reason:
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NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 22, 2020
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was
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4 Things You Can Do to Avoid Damage From Gum Recession
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 12, 2020
Gum recession is a serious oral condition in which the gums shrink back or “recede” from their normal position around the teeth. Because they're the primary protection for teeth
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Diet and Lifestyle Changes Could Lower Your Risk of Oral Cancer
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 02, 2020
Oral cancer is one of the more dangerous malignancies people face. But there are ways you can reduce your risk of this deadly disease through changes in lifestyle habits
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Why and How to Save a Diseased Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 22, 2020
Let's say you have a diseased tooth you think might be on its last leg. It might be possible to save it, perhaps with a significant investment of time
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Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 12, 2020
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both
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