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Sleeping in Dentures: Don't Do It!
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
Maybe you don’t like to be without teeth — ever. Or maybe you get a little forgetful sometimes. Whatever the reason, if you’re wearing your dentures to bed at Read more -
NSAIDs for Pain Management is Safe - if Used Properly
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.
Millions of Americans regularly use ibuprofen to manage minor pain and swelling. As with other fields in healthcare, the drug is a mainstay in dentistry especially for post-procedural discomfort. Read more -
The Digital Revolution Is Transforming Implant Therapy
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
Compared to other dental restorations—a few of which have been around for over a century—implants are a relatively recent development. But even though it's just now entering its fourth Read more -
J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave Read more -
See Your Dentist if You Have one of these Top 3 Oral Problems
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.
For years people tuned in to enjoy one of David Letterman's "Top 10 lists," a frequent gag performed on his show Late Night. Each countdown list poked fun at Read more -
3 Ways to Correct Missing Front Teeth
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.
Roughly 75% of American adults are missing at least one tooth, mostly from disease, trauma or extraction for other dental reasons. A few missing teeth, though, never erupted in Read more -
Temporary Tooth Replacement with Flexible Partial Dentures
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
Modern dentistry offers several great ways to permanently replace missing teeth, including high-tech dental implants and traditional fixed bridgework. But sometimes, for one reason or another, it isn’t possible Read more -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until Read more -
Treating TMD Like Other Joint-Related Problems
posted: Jul. 07, 2019.
After ruling out other causes for your jaw pain, your doctor or dentist has made a diagnosis: a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). With TMD, your pain symptoms and other Read more -
Sleep Apnea Might be Robbing you of More than a Good Night's Sleep
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.
Fatigue, a “foggy” mind, and irritability are all signs you’re not getting enough sleep—and neither might your sleeping partner from your continuous snoring. You might have a common form Read more -
5 Ways to a Beautiful Wedding Day Smile
posted: Jun. 17, 2019.
Since the early Roman times, couples have prized the month of June as the most favorable time to exchange their marriage vows. If you and your betrothed are planning Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: Jun. 07, 2019.
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, Read more -
An Implant Restoration Could Prevent Bone Loss
posted: May 28, 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 Read more -
Why You Should Floss Around the Implants Supporting Your Bridge
posted: May 18, 2019.
We've been using bridges to replace missing teeth for decades. Now, recently-developed implant-supported bridges are even more dependable, promising greater durability and less interference with remaining natural teeth. But just Read more -
Keep an Eye on Your Family's Fluoride Intake
posted: May 08, 2019.
Fluoride is a critical weapon in the war against tooth decay. But this natural chemical proven to strengthen tooth enamel has also aroused suspicion over the years that it Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Apr. 28, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more