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Protect Your Child From a Devastating Dental Injury
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
Parents love watching their kids grow up, from those early wobbly steps to their first solo car drive. Of course, you can expect a few mishaps along the way, most Read more -
See Your Dentist to Find out the Real Cause for Your Tooth Pain
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
If you have tooth pain, we want to know about it. No, really—we want to know all about it. Is the pain sharp or dull? Is it emanating from one Read more -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more -
Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they're still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we're given occasional glimpses into Read more -
Partial Dentures: an Affordable Alternative to More Expensive Restorations
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
Dental implants are today’s preferred choice for replacing missing teeth. They’re the closest restoration to natural teeth—but at a price, especially for multiple teeth. If implants are beyond your current Read more -
Understanding the Benefits - and Limitations - of Dental Insurance
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
Most of us think of insurance as a means to protect us and our families from unforeseen loss. While that’s the general definition, some insurance plans — like dental — Read more -
Want to Improve Your Athletic Performance? Try Tuning Up Your Dental Care
posted: Sep. 05, 2020.
After a long hiatus, school athletes are gearing up for another sports year. Given the pandemic, they may be modifying some of their usual habits and practices. But one thing Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Aug. 26, 2020.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of the Read more -
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
posted: Aug. 16, 2020.
We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: lingual Read more -
Eliminating an Infant's Lip or Tongue Tie Can Make Breastfeeding Easier
posted: Aug. 06, 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 their Read more -
Limiting Refined Sugar in Your Diet can Reduce Risk of Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 27, 2020.
“Cut down on sweets, especially between meals” is perhaps one of the least popular words of advice we dentists regularly give. We’re not trying to be killjoys, but the facts Read more -
Serena Williams' Call for Help: What Every Parent Should Know About Teething
posted: Jul. 17, 2020.
Celebrities use Twitter to connect with their fans—promoting their next project, sharing big news and, yes, throwing a little shade. Occasionally, though, a tweet reveals something deeply personal about your Read more -
A Shingles Outbreak Could Interrupt Your Dental Care
posted: Jul. 07, 2020.
A shingles outbreak can be painful and embarrassing. It could also interfere with many areas of your life—including your dental care.Known medically as herpes zoster, shingles is a viral form Read more -
Try the Conservative Path to Jaw Pain Relief First
posted: Jun. 27, 2020.
If you have chronic jaw pain, you know how difficult eating, speaking or even smiling can be. Many sufferers will do anything to gain relief, even surgery. But before you Read more -
Inform Your Dentist if You're Taking Blood Thinners
posted: Jun. 17, 2020.
Dental work isn’t performed in a vacuum — the state of your general health can have an impact on procedures and vice-versa. This is especially true if you’re taking certain Read more -
Zac Efron's Smile Transformation Could Happen to You
posted: Jun. 07, 2020.
Actor Zac Efron has one of the top smiles in a business known for beautiful smiles. Bursting on the scene in 2006 at age 18 in High School Musical, Efron Read more