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Don't give up on Flossing!
posted: Jan. 15, 2021.
A couple of years ago the Associated Press published an article claiming the health benefits of flossing remained unproven. The article cited a number of studies that seemed to conclude Read more -
After a Devastating Injury, Prompt Action Saved Singer Carly Pearce's Smile
posted: Jan. 05, 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 on Read more -
4 Do's and Don'ts to Keep Your Child's Teeth Healthy
posted: Dec. 26, 2020.
Regular dental visits are essential for keeping your child's dental development on track. These semi-annual cleanings and checkups (beginning around their first birthday) can help your child avoid tooth decay Read more -
You can Still have Implants with Diabetes - if you have it under Control
posted: Dec. 16, 2020.
If you're one of the more than 26 million people in the U.S. with diabetes, you know first hand how the disease impacts your life. That includes your dental health Read more -
Two Major Causes for Implant Failure and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Dec. 06, 2020.
Dental implants are a reliable way to replace teeth. More than 95% of implants survive ten years after their installation, and many of these could conceivably continue for decades.But that Read more -
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Nov. 26, 2020.
When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain and Read more -
Best Dietary Practices for Healthy Teeth and Gums
posted: Jun. 25, 2020.
Your diet can play as important a role in your dental health as brushing and flossing. What you eat (particularly sugar) could increase your risk of tooth decay despite your Read more -
Facts About Those Amazing Wonders Called Teeth
posted: Jun. 15, 2020.
Each part of the human body is an intricate wonder. Take your teeth, for example: they’re so woven into everyday life we don’t notice them, yet they each work seamlessly Read more -
Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Jun. 05, 2020.
Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good way. Read more -
Tom Cruise Transformed His Smile Through Braces and so Can You
posted: May 26, 2020.
Maverick is back! Tom Cruise’s iconic ace from 1986’s Top Gun is returning in Top Gun: Maverick as a mentor to a new generation of elite fighter pilots. Today’s Maverick Read more -
3 Ways to Take the Jitters Out of Dental Visits
posted: May 16, 2020.
Dental anxiety is a common problem: it’s estimated that one in two Americans admits to some level of nervousness about seeing the dentist. On the extreme side of this statistic Read more -
3 Surprising Things You Should Be Doing to Improve Your Dental Health
posted: May 06, 2020.
You already know the basics for healthy and attractive teeth and gums: brush and floss every day; and have your teeth cleaned and checked by a dentist every six months. Read more -
The Tale of the Toothworm
posted: Apr. 26, 2020.
Ever wonder just exactly what causes cavities? Once upon a time, “Toothworms” — miniscule, yet relentless pests — were thought to be responsible for this widespread malady. This belief persisted Read more -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Apr. 16, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV show Read more -
Why and How to Save a Diseased Tooth
posted: Apr. 06, 2020.
Let's say you have a diseased tooth you think might be on its last leg. It might be possible to save it, perhaps with a significant investment of time and Read more -
Why the Bottled Variety Might not be Your Best Choice for Clean Drinking Water
posted: Mar. 27, 2020.
In recent decades civilization's millennia-long search for clean, safe drinking water has become much easier with modern purification methods. Today, there are few places in the United States without adequate Read more
