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Root Decay in Your Later Years Could Endanger Your Teeth
updated: Jan. 02, 2018
As we age we become more susceptible to dental diseases. A common but often initially unnoticed problem for seniors is root decay. We’re all familiar with tooth decay in the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Weather the 'Storm' of Teething with These Comfort Tips
updated: Dec. 18, 2017
Teething is a normal part of your baby’s dental development. That doesn’t make it less stressful, though, for you or your baby. This natural process occurs as your child’s primary Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Disease can Prevent Your Gums from Protecting Your Teeth
updated: Dec. 10, 2017
Your mouth is a lot like the Wild West — home to millions of bacteria and other microbes, some of which are definitely not “the good guys.” But your Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
updated: Nov. 27, 2017
A toothache can ruin even the best of days, causing you to have trouble eating or even speaking and significantly hinder your daily activities. Luckily, your dentist can help cure Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
updated: Nov. 25, 2017
Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Effective is Your Oral Hygiene? Find Out with a Plaque Disclosing Agent
updated: Nov. 10, 2017
Brushing and flossing every day are important for preventing dental disease. The object is to remove as much bacterial plaque, the thin biofilm most responsible for disease, from your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why Your Teeth Hurt Will Determine How We Treat Them
updated: Oct. 26, 2017
Your teeth and gums have a highly sensitive network of nerves. But while it can signal even the most subtle discomfort we may not be able to identify the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why You Need a Long-Term Dental Care Plan
updated: Oct. 11, 2017
Today’s healthcare patients are asking questions. They want to know the “why” behind the “what” that their care providers are recommending for their health. There’s a similar trend in dentistry Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
updated: Sep. 26, 2017
Can you have healthy teeth and still have gum disease? Absolutely! And if you don’t believe us, just ask actor David Ramsey. The cast member of TV hits such Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
updated: Sep. 15, 2017
For many, losing a tooth because of decay or injury is devastating. You feel incomplete without a good-looking smile. A missing tooth can cause the remaining teeth to shift, and Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
Risk Factors for Gum Disease
updated: Sep. 11, 2017
September is National Gum Care Month. Did you know that advanced periodontal disease is the number one cause of tooth loss among adults? Periodontal disease refers to any disease Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
updated: Sep. 03, 2017
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dealing with the Reality of Increased Disease Risk with Braces
updated: Aug. 19, 2017
Wearing braces is all about the future: you undergo many months of treatment to gain a lifetime of better mouth function and a more attractive smile. In the meantime, though, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
updated: Aug. 04, 2017
How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Are You Keeping Good Oral Hygiene Habits?
updated: Jul. 25, 2017
Brushing is the best way to remove harmful bacteria or plaque that can be found on both the teeth and gums. Getting this harmful material off as quickly as possible helps prevent Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health -
How to Handle 3 Common Injuries to Your Child's Mouth
updated: Jul. 20, 2017
Once they learn to walk, there's no stopping most children. Sometimes it can be a little jarring, as when you discover your toddler on top of the kitchen counter Read moreCategory: Oral Health