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Avoid Permanent Tooth Alteration with No-Prep Veneers
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.
Porcelain veneers have become a popular way to transform a smile. They're ideal for stained, chipped or slightly misaligned teeth. But although they don't need as much tooth preparation
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Teens with Missing Teeth may need a Temporary Fix Until They're Older
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 31, 2018.
Dental implants are widely considered by both dentists and patients as the premier choice for replacing missing teeth. Unfortunately, implants aren’t the appropriate choice for teenagers with missing teeth.
That’s
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Category: Dental Procedures
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No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 21, 2018.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who
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Category: Oral Health
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Erosion and Other Problems may be Signs of Bulimia
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 11, 2018.
The mouth isn’t an island unto itself — problems there may be indicative of deeper physical or emotional issues. Â The condition of a family member’s teeth and gums, for
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Category: Oral Health
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Worried about Your Child's School Snack Choices? Here's What You Can Do
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 01, 2018.
If you’re committed to providing your family nutritional, low-sugar snacks, you’re not only helping their physical well-being but their dental health too. If you have school-age children, though, you
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Category: Oral Health
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New Year, New Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 22, 2018.
In the winter months, when the daylight hours grow few, we celebrate the season with holiday lights and good cheer. This season of hope and renewal also gives us
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently,
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Category: Oral Health
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Certain Mouth Rashes Don't Respond to Topical Steroid Treatments
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 01, 2018.
You've been treating a persistent rash around your mouth with medicated ointments, but it's not going away. The problem may be the ointment — it could actually be sustaining
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Category: Oral Health
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Could a Metal Allergy Keep You From Getting a Dental Implant?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 21, 2018.
The dental implant is the closest thing in modern dentistry to a natural tooth. This is because an implant replaces more than the visible crown — it also replaces
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Could A Dental Checkup Save Your Life?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 11, 2018.
Most everyone knows that going to see your dentist for regular checkups and cleanings can help save your smile — but did you ever stop to think that it
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A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs,
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Category: Dental Procedures
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3 Possible Timing Scenarios for Getting Your New Implant
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 22, 2018.
If you have a problem tooth we’ve recommended removing, those “Tooth in one day” ads—a tooth removed and an implant placed at the same time—might start to pique your
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Test Your Knowledge: A Quiz on Dental Erosion
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 12, 2018.
1. What is dental erosion?
a. tooth decay; b. dissolving of tooth enamel by acids in food or drink; c. destruction of tooth material by wear; d. attacks on teeth
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Category: Oral Health
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Increase Your Implant's Success Chances by Keeping Your Gums Healthy
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 02, 2018.
If you’ve just received a dental implant restoration, congratulations! This proven smile-changer is not only life-like, it’s also durable: more than 95% of implants survive at least 10 years.
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Category: Oral Health
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(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 22, 2018.
During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His
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Category: Dental Procedures
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OTC Pain Relievers Usually Enough to Relieve Post-Procedure Mouth Discomfort
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Because the mouth is one of the most sensitive areas of the body, we go to great lengths to eliminate pain and discomfort associated with dental work. Anesthesia, both
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Category: Oral Health