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Kevin Bacon's Mango-Slicing Trick and Other Ways to Rid Food Between Your Teeth

posted: Apr. 17, 2021.

During the COVID-19 quarantines, stir-crazy celebrities have been creating some “unique” home videos—like Madonna singing about fried fish to the tune of “Vogue” in her bathroom or Cardi B Read more

4 Ways Alcohol Could Affect Your Oral Health

posted: Apr. 07, 2021.

Fermented and distilled beverages have been a part of human culture for millennia. They help us celebrate the joys of life and the companionship of family and friends. But Read more

Here's Why Gum Disease Could Be Lurking in Your Mouth Even Now

posted: Mar. 28, 2021.

If you think periodontal (gum) disease is something that only happens to the other guy (or gal), you might want to reconsider. Roughly half of adults over age 30—and Read more

Implants Could Help You Keep Remaining Teeth Longer

posted: Mar. 18, 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

Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate

posted: Mar. 08, 2021.

Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read more

Are You at Risk for Tooth Decay? Answer These Questions To Find Out

posted: Feb. 26, 2021.

Tooth decay is a destructive disease that could rob you of your teeth. But it doesn't appear out of nowhere—a number of factors can make it more likely you'll Read more

Don't Avoid Dental Care While You're Pregnant

posted: Feb. 16, 2021.

Learning you're pregnant can change your life in a heartbeat—or now two. Suddenly, what was important to you just seconds before the news takes a back seat to the Read more

Topical Fluoride Could Boost Your Child's Avoidance of Tooth Decay

posted: Feb. 06, 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

Mike Tyson: The Prizefighter Prizes His Unique Smile

posted: Jan. 27, 2021.

Mike Tyson made a splash when he faced off against sharks during the Discovery Channel's Shark Week 2020. But there's bigger news for fans of the former undisputed world Read more

3 Reasons For Preserving a Decayed Baby Tooth

posted: Jan. 17, 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

Hockey Season Is Upon Us - Is Your Star Athlete Ready With Mouth Protection?

posted: Jan. 07, 2021.

The New Year: Time to put away those holiday decorations, collect tax records and—if you're a pro hockey player—get chummy with your dentist. That's right! After a disrupted 2020 Read more

Infection Control at the Dental Office Isn't Something New

posted: Dec. 28, 2020.

In the midst of the current global pandemic, we're all focused on staying healthy and avoiding infection. For many, their first thought before resuming any regular activity is, “Will Read more

You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth

posted: Dec. 18, 2020.

Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more

Smoking Could Increase the Risk of an Implant Failure

posted: Dec. 08, 2020.

Although they can be expensive upfront, dental implants often prove to be a wise investment in the long-term. With a success rate that outperforms other teeth replacement restorations, dental Read more

Eliminating an Infant's Lip or Tongue Tie Can Make Breastfeeding Easier

posted: Nov. 28, 2020.

Most babies come into the world ready and able to nourish at their mother's breast—no training required! About one in ten children, though, may have a structural abnormality with Read more

Here's What To Do If Your Child Complains of a Toothache

posted: Nov. 18, 2020.

Perhaps the only thing worse than having a toothache of your own is when your child has one. Tooth pain can be a miserable experience, especially for children. It Read more

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