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2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
updated: Jul. 18, 2020
While retainers are often viewed as a nuisance, they’re crucial to protect the gains made with bite correction. Without them, all of the progress achieved through braces or clear Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
updated: Jul. 08, 2020
Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
updated: Jun. 28, 2020
Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your Gums and Bone Need to Be Healthy Before Getting Implants
updated: Jun. 18, 2020
If you've been dealing with a tooth that needs to be removed—or it's already missing—you may be looking to replace it with a dental implant. And it's a great Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Treating Gum Disease is Good for Your Whole Body, Not Just Your Mouth
updated: Jun. 08, 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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
updated: May 29, 2020
If you're well past your teen years, you probably have several reasons for not straightening your crooked smile: the expense, the time and the embarrassment of being a 30-, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
With Outdoor Sports (Hopefully) Poised to Begin, Be Prepared for Oral Injuries
updated: May 19, 2020
National Physical Fitness & Sports Month in May, sponsored by the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition, is a fitting time to encourage us to play sports. Many Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Things You Should Do to Protect Your Teeth Later in Life
updated: May 09, 2020
Entering your “sunset” years doesn't mean you're washed up—you still have a lot to offer the world. That's why the theme for this May's Older Americans Month (sponsored by Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
There's Still Hope for a Re-Infected Tooth After Root Canal Treatment
updated: Apr. 29, 2020
Most first-time root canal treatments achieve their purpose in saving an internally decayed tooth and extending its life to match those of the patient’s non-decayed teeth. Occasionally, though, a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What You Can Do About Bad Breath (Unless You're a Famous Actress Pranking Your Co-Star)
updated: Apr. 19, 2020
Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence is a highly paid actress, Oscar winner, successful producer and…merry prankster. She's the latter, at least with co-star Liam Hemsworth: It seems Lawrence deliberately ate Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Importance of Keeping Your Gums Healthy
updated: Apr. 13, 2020
Your oral health not only involves your teeth; it incorporates your gums, as well. Here at the Center for Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry in Lawrenceville, Burford, and Dacula, GA, your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Things You Can Do to Avoid Damage From Gum Recession
updated: Apr. 09, 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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Caring for Your Dentures
updated: Apr. 09, 2020
The allure of a beautiful smile attracts us all. It can mean everything from being asked to come in for another interview to a general self-esteem boost. Here at Center Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here's How to Avoid Dry Socket After Tooth Extraction Surgery
updated: Mar. 30, 2020
Surgical tooth extraction is a fairly routine procedure with few complications. But one rare complication called dry socket does affect a small number of patients. Dry socket, which derives Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Your Age Won't Necessarily Decide Against Straightening Your Smile
updated: Mar. 20, 2020
It’s something you think about often—especially when you look in a mirror or at a photo of yourself. You wish something could have been done about it a long Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
updated: Mar. 10, 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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health
