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Dental Sealants Give Children an Added Boost Against Tooth Decay
updated: Nov. 01, 2019
Although adults are more prone to dental disease, children aren't immune from one particular infection, tooth decay. Some children, in fact, are at higher risk for an aggressive form Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Delay Seeing the Dentist If You Suspect Gum Recession
updated: Oct. 22, 2019
Calling someone "long in the tooth" is an unflattering way of saying they're getting old. The phrase refers to the effects of gum recession, in which the gums pull Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Clean Your Implants Just Like Your Other Teeth
updated: Oct. 12, 2019
You feel great about your new smile, thanks to dental implants! And you may also be feeling relief as the problems with your former teeth fade into the past. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
updated: Oct. 02, 2019
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Periodontal Maintenance Can Help You Avoid Another Episode of Gum Disease
updated: Sep. 22, 2019
To keep a healthy smile, brushing and flossing your teeth every day should be at the top of your to-do list, along with regular dental visits. Dental visits are Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
If Appropriate, Antibiotics before Implant Surgery Could Reduce Infection Risk
updated: Sep. 12, 2019
Millions of microorganisms call your mouth home—and while most are friendly, some are not. An invasive procedure like implant surgery can disrupt the mouth's soft tissues and allow disease-causing Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Before, During and After of Root Canal Treatments
updated: Sep. 02, 2019
Root canal treatments have suffered a bad rap over the years—and undeservedly. While we applaud root canal therapy for the millions of decayed teeth the procedure has saved, the Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
FAQs about Dental Implants
updated: Aug. 28, 2019
Struggling with tooth loss? Our Lawrenceville, GA, dentist offers many ways to replace missing teeth, with one of the most popular and effective options being dental implants. Today, more and Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
updated: Aug. 23, 2019
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Oral Hygiene Might Be on the Decline With the Newest Adult Generation
updated: Aug. 13, 2019
The Millennials, those born around the turn of the Millennium in 2000, are entering adulthood. Like any generation, they have their collective promise—and problems. An example of the latter Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Make Sure Your Kids' Teeth Are Ready for School
updated: Aug. 03, 2019
With summer winding down, parents are turning their attention to their kids' upcoming school year. August is often a busy time for families rushing to buy school supplies and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Primary Teeth are Critical to Future Dental Health and Worth Preserving
updated: Jul. 24, 2019
Ask any kid and they'll tell you just how valuable "baby" teeth really are—out of the mouth, of course, and under their pillow awaiting a transaction with the Tooth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
updated: Jul. 14, 2019
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Taking a Trip Abroad? Do This to Protect Your Dental Health
updated: Jul. 04, 2019
With summer vacation season in full swing, you and your family might be planning a trip away from home, maybe even far from home. If you’re vacationing out of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
You Might Avoid a Root Canal with This Tooth-Saving Procedure
updated: Jun. 24, 2019
The sooner you get treated for tooth decay, the less likely you'll lose your tooth. That could mean a simple filling—or you might need a root canal treatment if Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Veneers Make Your Smile Look Like New
updated: Jun. 21, 2019
Does your smile look dull and tired? If so, you need to learn about veneers! With the ability to turn teeth from dingy to dazzling, veneers can address such issues Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry