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Don't let Gum Disease - the 'Other Dental Disease' - Rob you of Your Smile
posted: Mar. 07, 2020.
There's a lot of emphasis — well-placed, of course — on preventing and treating tooth decay. But there's another dental disease just as dangerous to your oral health and nearly Read more -
Manage These Risk Factors to Reduce Your Risk of Tooth Decay
posted: Feb. 26, 2020.
Tooth decay doesn't occur out of thin air, but is the end result of bacteria feeding on sugar, multiplying and producing acid. High acidity erodes tooth enamel and creates an Read more -
3 Things You Should Do to Avoid Harm From Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 16, 2020.
In the world of movies and television, the lead actors get the lion’s share of the credit. In reality, though, there wouldn’t be much of a show without the supporting Read more -
Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
posted: Feb. 06, 2020.
This year's Carol Burnett Award, presented at the Golden Globes, goes to Ellen DeGeneres for her “outstanding contributions to the television medium on or off the screen.” This is the Read more -
Do You Have Adequate Bone to Support an Implant?
posted: Jan. 27, 2020.
Besides their life-likeness, implants are also prized for their high success rate. More than ninety-five percent of implants continue to function effectively after ten years.Implants’ advanced technology explains some of Read more -
Loose Permanent Teeth is a Problem - take Action Now
posted: Jan. 17, 2020.
If you've noticed one of your teeth feeling loose, you're right to believe it's not a good thing. Loose permanent teeth are a sign of an underlying problem. Periodontal (gum) disease Read more -
Periodontal Surgery Allows us to Access Deep Surfaces for Plaque Removal
posted: Jan. 07, 2020.
All treatments for periodontal (gum) disease focus on one goal — to remove any bacterial plaque and calculus (hardened plaque deposits) that are at the heart of the infection. Plaque Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Dec. 28, 2019.
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: his Read more -
4 Ways to Enjoy Holiday Snacking and Still Keep Your Teeth Healthy
posted: Dec. 18, 2019.
‘Tis the season to be merry—and with plenty of edible goodies! During the holidays, families fill their homes with all sorts of delectable treats for friends and loved ones. But Read more -
Diabetes Doesn't Have to Stop You From Acquiring Dental Implants
posted: Dec. 08, 2019.
One of the best and most successful tooth replacement choices available is the dental implant. No other restorative method is as similar in both form and function to a real Read more -
Lasers Could One Day be Commonplace for Treating Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 28, 2019.
There are a variety of methods for treating periodontal (gum) disease depending on its severity — from routine office cleanings to periodontal surgery. But the goal behind all of them Read more -
Find Out How These Famous Celebrities Protect Their Smiles From Teeth Grinding
posted: Nov. 18, 2019.
The fast-paced world of sports and entertainment isn’t all glitz and glamour. These high-profile industries create a unique kind of emotional and mental stress on celebrities. For many of them, Read more -
Keep Oral Care in Focus for a Family Member With Special Needs
posted: Nov. 07, 2019.
Thanksgiving is an appropriate time to spotlight an often unsung group: individuals providing primary care for another family member. During November, National Family Caregivers Month recognizes those caring for children Read more -
Keeping Gum Disease at Bay Could Help Your Overall Health
posted: Oct. 28, 2019.
It’s bad enough the diseases caused by poor dental hygiene or lack of dental checkups could be leaving your teeth and gums more at risk. But current scientific research seems Read more -
Clean Your Implants Just Like Your Other Teeth
posted: Oct. 18, 2019.
You feel great about your new smile, thanks to dental implants! And you may also be feeling relief as the problems with your former teeth fade into the past.But that Read more -
NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
posted: Oct. 08, 2019.
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Us, Read more