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What You Can Do to Support Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Apr. 11, 2021.
Your child’s teeth and gum development is truly a wonder. In just a little more than two decades they’ll gain and lose one set of teeth, while the subsequent permanent Read more -
A Long-Term Orthodontic Strategy Could Help Ensure an Attractive Smile Later in Life
posted: Apr. 01, 2021.
Orthodontics relies on certain mechanics in the mouth to move teeth to better positions. As the specialty has advanced, we've become ever more precise in moving teeth with braces, the Read more -
Jaw Joint Disorders may be Connected to Other Health Problems
posted: Mar. 22, 2021.
If you have chronic jaw pain, you may be one of an estimated 10 million Americans suffering from temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). If so, it's quite possible you're also coping Read more -
Take It From Taylor Swift - Losing Your Orthodontic Retainer is No Fun
posted: Mar. 12, 2021.
For nearly two decades, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has dominated the pop and country charts. In December she launched her ninth studio album, called evermore, and in January she delighted fans Read more -
This Orthodontic Device Could Stop a Poor Bite From Developing
posted: Mar. 02, 2021.
“Orthodontic treatment” and “braces” almost seem like synonymous terms. But while braces certainly are orthodontic, it isn't the only tool in an orthodontist's toolkit.A good example is a device is Read more -
Topical Fluoride Adds Extra Protection against Tooth Decay
posted: Feb. 20, 2021.
Protecting a child's primary (“baby”) teeth from tooth decay should be a top priority. If one is lost prematurely due to decay, it could cause the permanent tooth to misalign Read more -
Retain Your New Smile After Braces with a Retainer
posted: Feb. 10, 2021.
It’s been a long road with your braces, but now they’re finally off. Hopefully the first glimpse of your new smile more than made up for the time and effort Read more -
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: Jan. 31, 2021.
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals and Read more -
This Odd Tongue Condition Isn't Something To Fret Over
posted: Jan. 21, 2021.
If you're intrigued by the strange and bizarre, here's one to pique your interest: geographic tongue. It's a rare condition that causes the appearance of red patches on the tongue Read more -
Not All Crowns are Alike. Know the Differences to Get the Look you Want
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.
If you're in need of a crown to cover a damaged tooth, you have a lot of options. But before you choose, you need to know what you want. Would Read more -
Early Orthodontic Treatment Could Lessen Severity of Certain Bite Problems
posted: Jan. 01, 2021.
You’ve been concerned for some time about your child’s bite, so you’ve visited an orthodontist for an evaluation. Even though your child is quite young and still with primary teeth, Read more -
Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 22, 2020.
Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned when Read more -
A RPD Could Be Your Answer to Replacing Missing Teeth
posted: Dec. 12, 2020.
Before implants, people often turned to a removable appliance to replace multiple missing teeth. Known as a removable partial denture (RPD), this appliance could restore both appearance and function at Read more -
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Dec. 02, 2020.
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in other Read more -
Cleaning Around Implants Crucial to Protecting Them from Loss
posted: Nov. 22, 2020.
Unlike the natural tooth it replaces, a dental implant is impervious to decay. But don’t think that means you can relax your oral hygiene habits — even though the implant Read more -
Van Halen's Passing Reminds Us of the Dangers of Oral Cancer and How to Help Prevent It
posted: Nov. 12, 2020.
Fans everywhere were recently saddened by the news of musical legend Eddie Van Halen's death. Co-founder and lead guitarist for the iconic rock group Van Halen, the 65-year-old superstar passed Read more