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The 21st Century Promises Better Dental Diagnostics with Cone Beam Imaging
updated: Mar. 27, 2019
X-rays revolutionized dental care in the 20th Century. The same could happen in the 21st Century as cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) becomes a fixture beside the traditional x-ray Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
updated: Mar. 17, 2019
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Pay Attention to Gum Disease Warning Signs for an Early Diagnosis
updated: Mar. 07, 2019
Periodontal (gum) disease is a devastating infection that eventually causes tooth loss if not treated. Plaque removal, antibiotics and possible surgical intervention have proven quite effective in stopping the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Local Anesthesia Takes the Pain Out of Most Dental Work
updated: Feb. 25, 2019
Long ago dental work could be painful and stressful—often for both patient and practitioner. Thankfully, that time is long past: today, most procedures are painless in large part due Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
National Children's Dental Health Month Highlights Importance of Baby Teeth
updated: Feb. 15, 2019
We all know that a child's baby teeth don't last forever. So if those little teeth develop problems, like severe decay, chips or cracks, it doesn't much matter—right? Wrong! Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
updated: Feb. 05, 2019
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 -
4 Foods That May Help You Prevent Tooth Decay
updated: Jan. 26, 2019
What you eat (and how often you eat it) is a major factor in the ongoing battle to prevent tooth decay. High levels of sugar or similar carbohydrates in your Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Want to Keep Enjoying Winter Sports? Wear a Mouthguard!
updated: Jan. 16, 2019
What's your favorite winter sport? For some, it's all about swooshing down a snowy trail on skis, a board, or a sled. For others, the main attraction is skating Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Implants Better than Ever thanks to Ongoing Tech Advances
updated: Jan. 06, 2019
While many people still consider dental implants the "new kids on the block" in dental restoration, they're now in their fourth decade of use. And since their inception implant Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
updated: Dec. 27, 2018
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Limit Acidic Beverages to Protect Your Child's Tooth Enamel from Erosion
updated: Dec. 17, 2018
Tooth enamel erosion is a serious issue for many children that can result in permanent impairment of oral health. The problem isn’t just bacterial acid that causes tooth decay Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
New Year, New Smile
updated: Dec. 07, 2018
As December brings the old year to a close, it’s a great time to set goals for the year to come. This might include a major life change, such Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Regular Screenings Could Help With Early Oral Cancer Detection
updated: Nov. 27, 2018
Your regular dental checkups should periodically include an important screening for oral cancer, especially as you grow older. Although oral cancers make up less than 3% of all other Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
updated: Nov. 17, 2018
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Connection Between GERD and Oral Health
updated: Nov. 07, 2018
Not coincidentally, GERD Awareness Week overlaps with the Thanksgiving holiday. Many people get acid indigestion from time to time, especially during this month of major feasting, but if you Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Dentures
updated: Oct. 28, 2018
Since as many as 26 percent of older U.S. adults have lost all their teeth, there are a large number Americans who wear full removable dentures, also known as Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures