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3 Seasons of a Woman's Life That Could Present New Oral Health Challenges
posted: May 07, 2021.
May 9-15 is National Women's Health Week, which begins each year on Mother's Day. It's an important opportunity to focus on the unique health challenges women face, and ways to Read more -
David Copperfield on the Magic of Cosmetic Dentistry
posted: Apr. 27, 2021.
If you could seem to levitate, walk through walls, or make the Statue of Liberty disappear… would it really matter whether or not you had a bright, shiny smile? According Read more -
Clear Aligners Provide a Less Embarrassing Orthodontic Choice for Teens
posted: Apr. 17, 2021.
For decades, traditional braces were the only orthodontic choice for moving misaligned teeth. Although they’re quite effective, they can cause discomfort and, for teens especially, embarrassment due to their noticeable Read more -
Knowing How the Mouth and Face Grow Can Improve Bite Treatment
posted: Apr. 07, 2021.
Correcting a bite problem involves more than applying braces. Orthodontists must consider a wide range of factors, including the type of bite problem involved, complications like impacted or missing teeth, Read more -
Dental Porcelain is a Great Option for Creating a Natural Appearance
posted: Mar. 28, 2021.
The mark of a great dental restoration is that you can’t see it. It’s there in plain sight, but others observing your new and improved smile can’t tell the difference Read more -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Mar. 18, 2021.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life: He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear to Read more -
Here's Why Gum Disease Could Be Lurking in Your Mouth Even Now
posted: Mar. 08, 2021.
If you think periodontal (gum) disease is something that only happens to the other guy (or gal), you might want to reconsider. Roughly half of adults over age 30—and nearly Read more -
You May Need an Endodontist for a Tooth With Interior Decay
posted: Feb. 26, 2021.
You depend on your family dentist for most of your oral care. There are some situations, though, that are best handled by a specialist. If you or a family member Read more -
Brushing and Flossing Hard to Do? Consider Your 'Power' Options
posted: Feb. 16, 2021.
Brushing and flossing are foundational to good oral health and an essential part of daily life. Practicing both these habits removes most disease-causing bacterial plaque from tooth and gum surfaces. Read more -
Emma Roberts Confesses to Having a Major Sweet Tooth While Expecting
posted: Feb. 06, 2021.
Emma Roberts, star of American Horror Story (and niece of actress Julia Roberts), welcomed her first child at the end of 2020. She confessed that her love of sweets made Read more -
An Overview of Dry Mouth
posted: Jun. 11, 2020.
Saliva plays an important role in helping you chew and swallow food, rinsing food particles off your teeth, and fighting harmful bacteria. People with dry mouth, or xerostomia, don't produce
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Everything to Know About Wisdom Teeth
posted: Apr. 10, 2020.
Humans rely on teeth to help bite, rip, and grind up food, making it much easier to eat and digest food. While most healthy adults have 28 teeth (or fewer
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Understanding Dental Implants: Answering 4 Common Questions
posted: Feb. 11, 2020.
Dental implants provide strong and natural-looking replacements for missing teeth, but they are also a relatively new option. Many patients are less familiar with this procedure, and because of this
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Laser Teeth Whitening Versus Chair-Side Bleaching
posted: Dec. 11, 2019.
If you don't feel happy with the color of your teeth, a professional whitening treatment can help whiten them by several shades.
While at-home whitening treatments, including whitening trays, strips, and
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Why You Shouldn't Attempt To Remove Tartar At Home
posted: Jul. 24, 2019.
Plaque on your teeth is easy to get rid of yourself. You just have to brush your teeth and floss well. Even your natural saliva helps wash away some of
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