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Don't Let Summer Heat Increase Your Risk of Dental Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 22, 2019.
In many parts of the country, summer is often a synonym for "blast furnace" and can be downright hot and miserable. If you find yourself in such a climate,
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Category: Oral Health
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Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 12, 2019.
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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Make Sure Your Kids' Teeth Are Ready for School
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 02, 2019.
With summer winding down, parents are turning their attention to their kids' upcoming school year. August is often a busy time for families rushing to buy school supplies and
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Category: Oral Health
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These 3 Tasks Show How Saliva is Amazing
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 23, 2019.
Saliva probably doesn’t rate high on your amazement meter. You’re more likely to notice its absence and the dry irritation that results.
But you might be more impressed with this
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Category: Oral Health
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3 Ways to Protect Your Teeth in the Great Outdoors
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 13, 2019.
It’s July—and that means it’s National Park and Recreation Month! If you’re like a lot of families, you might already be planning a trip to one of the nation’s
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Category: Oral Health
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Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 03, 2019.
At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor —
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For Your Teeth's Sake, Exercise Caution Consuming Energy or Sports Drinks
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 23, 2019.
Energy drink makers would have you believe their products are a healthy rehydration choice for athletes while also giving them keener focus and renewed vitality. But before adding them
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Category: Oral Health
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With Proper Care, Partial Dentures are a Viable Tooth Replacement Option
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 13, 2019.
When you hear the word “dentures” you probably think of an appliance that replaces all the teeth on a dental arch. But there is another type: a removable partial
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Plagued by Mysterious Mouth Ulcers?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 03, 2019.
Do you ever get sores in your mouth that seem to appear for no reason and then disappear just as mysteriously? Chances are they’re aphthous ulcers — better known
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Category: Oral Health
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NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 24, 2019.
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
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Category: Oral Health
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3 Cutting Edge Ways You Could Benefit from Dental Implants
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 14, 2019.
Since their introduction over thirty years ago, dental implants have become the most popular choice for dental restoration. Their large variety of shapes and sizes — a far cry
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Category: Dental Procedures
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E-Cigs Could be Just as Hazardous for Your Teeth and Gums as Cigarettes
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 04, 2019.
More than 20 million people in the United States use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs as an alternative to tobacco smoking. While many users believe "vaping" is a healthier alternative
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Category: Oral Health
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April Is National Facial Protection Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 24, 2019.
April brings the perfect weather to get outside and play. Fittingly, April is also National Facial Protection Month. Whether you prefer softball or basketball, skateboarding or ultimate frisbee, don't
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Category: Oral Health
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A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 14, 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,
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Why You Should Floss Around the Implants Supporting Your Bridge
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 04, 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
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Category: Oral Health
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Bone Loss Could be the Reason for Your Loose Dentures
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 25, 2019.
When you first received your removable dentures the fit was firm and comfortable. Lately, though, they’ve become loose, making it difficult to eat or speak without slippage.
The problem may
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Category: Dental Procedures