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Don't Throw Away Your Used Toothbrush - Repurpose It!
posted: Apr. 06, 2021.
From a dentist's perspective, toothbrushes have a limited lifespan: Bristles can fray after months of use, rendering them less effective in removing harmful dental plaque. The American Dental Association Read more -
Implants Could Help You Keep Remaining Teeth Longer
posted: Mar. 27, 2021.
It's a common practice among people slowly losing their teeth to have their remaining teeth removed. They find dentures to be less costly than replacing one tooth at a Read more -
See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
posted: Mar. 16, 2021.
Unless you're 6 years old and on speed dial with the Tooth Fairy, a loose tooth isn't a good feeling. It's also a sign something is wrong in your Read more -
Supermodel Ashley Graham's Unpleasant Dental Encounter With a Frozen Cookie
posted: Mar. 06, 2021.
Ashley Graham has a beautiful and valuable smile—an important asset to her bustling career as a plus-size model and television host. But she recently revealed on Instagram a “confrontation” Read more -
Gum Recession Can Rob You of Your Smile and Your Dental Health Too
posted: Feb. 24, 2021.
If it seems like your teeth are getting longer as you get older, it's unlikely they're magically growing. More likely, your gums are shrinking or receding from your teeth. Read more -
This Laser Procedure Promises Big Benefits for Gum Disease Treatment
posted: Feb. 14, 2021.
Over the years, dentists have become quite proficient in treating even the most severe periodontal (gum) disease. Many of these positive outcomes are achieved through manual effort using simple Read more -
Eating the Right Foods Can Boost Your Efforts to Prevent Dental Disease
posted: Feb. 04, 2021.
You're more apt to lose teeth because of periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay than any other cause. But neither of these bacterial diseases have to happen: You can Read more -
After a Devastating Injury, Prompt Action Saved Singer Carly Pearce's Smile
posted: Jan. 25, 2021.
Performing for an awards show is a quite a feather in an entertainer's cap. So, up-and-coming country music star Carly Pearce was obviously excited when she gained a slot Read more -
Topical Fluoride Could Boost Your Child's Avoidance of Tooth Decay
posted: Jan. 15, 2021.
Tooth decay is perhaps the biggest danger your child's teeth can face. Not only can it rob them of primary teeth now, but the loss of teeth at this Read more -
3 Reasons For Preserving a Decayed Baby Tooth
posted: Jan. 05, 2021.
Tooth decay can be a big problem for children's primary (baby) teeth. It doesn't take long for a tooth to become infected and the infection spread to their neighbors. But Read more -
Don't Let Bad Breath Ruin Your Date Under the Mistletoe
posted: Dec. 26, 2020.
Most of us have no clue how the ancient holiday tradition of kissing under the mistletoe originated—but it sure doesn't stop us from keeping the tradition alive! Yet although Read more -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Dec. 16, 2020.
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read more -
Keep a Lid on Sugar This Holiday for Healthier Teeth and Gums
posted: Dec. 06, 2020.
During this time of year, many of us dust off traditional family recipes and make our favorite holiday treats. There is, however, a small price to pay for all Read more -
New Recommendations Make Water Fluoridation Safer Than Ever
posted: Nov. 26, 2020.
For over half a century now, community water systems have been adding fluoride to drinking water to help reduce the risk of tooth decay. Numerous long-term studies have demonstrated Read more -
Here's Why Smoking Can Be Hazardous to Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 16, 2020.
During his exploration of the Americas, Christopher Columbus encountered a native in a canoe loaded with water, food and a strange bunching of leaves. This marked the first European Read more -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Nov. 06, 2020.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Read more