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4 Areas Deserving Attention as You Protect Your Teeth for a Lifetime
posted: Nov. 29, 2020.
Thousands of years ago, our ancestors could only expect to live between 30 and 40 years. But steady improvements in lifestyle and medical care have increased human life expectancy Read more -
Crown Lengthening Might be Necessary for Seniors with Tooth Decay
posted: Nov. 19, 2020.
While tooth decay is a potential problem at any age, the risk increases as you grow older. Not only are senior adults more susceptible, decay is often more difficult Read more -
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
posted: Nov. 08, 2020.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, Read more -
Call the Dentist Immediately If You Have a Loose Tooth
posted: Oct. 29, 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 -
Keep Alert for this Extreme Form of Gingivitis
posted: Oct. 19, 2020.
It takes only a few days of inadequate oral hygiene for bacterial plaque to trigger the periodontal (gum) disease gingivitis. Though sometimes subtle, there are signs to watch for Read more -
Gum Infection Around Tooth Roots Calls for Immediate Action
posted: Oct. 09, 2020.
Many people learn they have periodontal (gum) disease after noticing gum swelling, soreness or bleeding. But what you can see or feel may be only the tip of the Read more -
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Sep. 29, 2020.
Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more -
It's Time for Football! Is Your Favorite Player's Mouth Fully Protected?
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.
It's September—and that means football season is underway. Whether you're playing, spectating or managing a fantasy team, the action is about to ramp up. Unfortunately, increased “action” also includes Read more -
3 Things That Could Help You Avoid Another Round With Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.
While periodontal (gum) disease could ruin your dental health, it doesn’t have to. Dentists and periodontists (specialists in gums and other supporting tooth structures) have effective methods for stopping Read more -
Don't Forget Brushing and Flossing Even During Summer's Dog Days
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.
"The Dog Days of summer" once referred to the rise of Sirius (the "Dog Star") with the morning sun during the month of August. Today, however, the term has Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
According to Forbes Magazine, Kylie Jenner is the world's youngest billionaire at age 22. Daughter of Caitlyn (Bruce) Jenner and Kris Jenner, Kylie is the founder and owner of Read more -
Smoking Increases Your Risk for Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.
There are important reasons not to smoke, like minimizing your risk for deadly diseases like heart disease or lung cancer. But here's another good reason: Smoking increases your risk Read more -
Treating Gum Disease around Tooth Roots is Hard - but Not Impossible
posted: Jul. 31, 2020.
Periodontal disease may start in the gums’ superficial layers, but it’s not likely to stay there. As the disease moves deeper it can wreak havoc on tooth roots and Read more -
Is There a Link Between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Health?
posted: Jul. 21, 2020.
Is there a link between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease? Medical researchers are endeavoring to answer this intriguing question, but early findings seem to say yes. If it Read more -
J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: Jul. 11, 2020.
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave Read more -
Why Is Your Smile Gummy? Here Are 4 Possibilities
posted: Jul. 01, 2020.
What makes a beautiful smile? Beautiful teeth, for sure. But there's also another component that can make or break your smile, regardless of your teeth's condition: your gums. Although Read more
