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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 -
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
posted: Feb. 16, 2020.
Holistic medicine aims to provide healthcare for the “whole” person. While it's a worthy approach, the term has also been used to advance ideas, including in dentistry, at odds with Read more -
Do You Have Adequate Bone to Support an Implant?
posted: Feb. 06, 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 -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Jan. 27, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While scrambling Read more -
3 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Tooth Enamel
posted: Jan. 17, 2020.
Your teeth face a hostile environment populated by disease-causing bacteria. But your teeth also have some “armor” against these microscopic foes: enamel. This hard outer tooth layer forms a barrier Read more -
It Takes Artistry and Skill to Achieve the Right Color Balance for Your Veneers
posted: Jan. 07, 2020.
Getting a new smile doesn’t have to be an elaborate affair. If your teeth have minor to moderate chips, stains or tooth gaps, dental veneers could be the answer. These Read more -
Primary Teeth Decay Could Affect Your Child's Future Dental Health
posted: Dec. 28, 2019.
With only a few teeth now showing in your baby’s mouth, you might think it’s too early to schedule their first dental visit. But you should, and here’s why: tooth Read more -
Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
posted: Dec. 18, 2019.
As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear Doctor–Dentistry Read more -
4 Ways to Enjoy Holiday Snacking and Still Keep Your Teeth Healthy
posted: Dec. 08, 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 -
For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
posted: Nov. 28, 2019.
There's a “file” on you at your dentist's office: Every visit you've made—from regular cleanings to major dental work—has been recorded, noted and preserved for posterity.If that gives you the Read more -
Fluoridated Drinking Water Helps Curb Tooth Decay Safely
posted: Nov. 18, 2019.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls it “one of the ten most important public health measures of the 20th Century.” A new vaccine? A cure for a Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Nov. 07, 2019.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting in Read more -
Here's What You Need to Know About Teeth Whitening
posted: Oct. 28, 2019.
Getting a smile upgrade doesn’t necessarily require extensive dental work. You might be able to change your appearance for the better with teeth whitening.This technique employs a bleaching solution that Read more -
An Implant Restoration Could Prevent Bone Loss
posted: Oct. 18, 2019.
Losing teeth continues to be an all too common experience for people, especially those in their senior years. Fortunately, there are several ways to replace them, ranging from partial or Read more -
The Triple Partnership That Could Save a Cancer Patient's Oral Health
posted: Oct. 08, 2019.
While the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation have contributed to rising cancer survival rates, they can still have an adverse effect on the rest of the body. That includes the Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Sep. 28, 2019.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Lipa Read more
