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Have Fun This Summer But Play it Safe for Your Dental Health's Sake
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 19, 2020
As summer reaches its apex here in the western hemisphere, warmer weather beckons many of us out of doors. And there's plenty of fun to be had, from hiking
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Category: Oral Health
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Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 09, 2020
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family:
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Category: Oral Health
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Techniques for Keeping Impacted Canine Teeth from Spoiling Your Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 29, 2020
Although usually an orderly process, some permanent teeth don't come in as they should. In fact, they may not come in at all and remain hidden in the gum
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Category: Dental Procedures
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You're Safe from Infection During Your Dental Visit
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 19, 2020
Over the last few months, federal, state and local officials have taken extraordinary measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. Thankfully, some of these measures are beginning to ease.
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Category: Oral Health
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A Little Dairy Can Go a Long Way for Maintaining Healthy Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 09, 2020
It's National Dairy Month and time to pay tribute to the aurochs, those shaggy creatures who once roamed the Fertile Crescent until people began domesticating them about 8,000 years
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Category: Oral Health
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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 30, 2020
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But
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Category: Dental Procedures
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3 Things You Should Do to Protect Your Teeth Later in Life
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 20, 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
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Category: Oral Health
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With Outdoor Sports (Hopefully) Poised to Begin, Be Prepared for Oral Injuries
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 10, 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
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Category: Oral Health
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Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 30, 2020
If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number
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Category: Oral Health
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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 20, 2020
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics.
This summer
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Persistent Jaw Pain After an Injury Needs Immediate Attention
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 10, 2020
Accidents happen. And if an accident causes an injury to your jaws or surrounding facial area, it could result in serious damage. Without prompt treatment, that damage could be
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Category: Oral Health
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Why Bear a Chipped Tooth?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 31, 2020
Having a chipped tooth certainly can make life more difficult. It not only keeps you from wanting to smile, but it may also make it harder to eat your
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Manage Your Osteoporosis Medication to Avoid Jawbone Problems
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 21, 2020
Around 20 million people—mostly women after menopause—take medication to slow the progress of osteoporosis, a debilitating disease that weakens bones. But although effective, some osteoporosis drugs could pose dental
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Category: Oral Health
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The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 11, 2020
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu,
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Certain Osteoporosis Drugs Could Pose a Future Risk to Your Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 01, 2020
Osteoporosis is a major health condition affecting millions of people, mostly women over 50. The disease weakens bone strength to the point that a minor fall or even coughing
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Category: Oral Health
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Oral Hygiene Might Be on the Decline With the Newest Adult Generation
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 20, 2020
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
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Category: Oral Health