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Regular Screenings Could Help With Early Oral Cancer Detection
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 16, 2020.
Your regular dental checkups should periodically include an important screening for oral cancer, especially as you grow older. Although oral cancers make up less than 3% of all other
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Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 06, 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
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Think You Have Sleep Apnea? Find Out for Sure to Get the Right Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 26, 2020.
Fatigue, irritability and family complaints about snoring — all tell-tale signs you may have sleep apnea. There’s more to this condition than being grouchy the next day — the
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Concerning Your Oral Health, Vaping Isn't a Safe Alternative to Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 16, 2020.
The first week of April is National Public Health Week, putting the spotlight on health issues that impact us all. The popular practice of vaping is one of those
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Friendly Bacteria Can Help Protect Our Mouths From Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 06, 2020.
If you know anything about dental disease, then you know bacteria ranks high on the Usual Suspects list. Tooth decay gets its start from acid produced by bacteria; periodontal
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Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 27, 2020.
If you're well past your teen years, you probably have several reasons for not straightening your crooked smile: the expense, the time and the embarrassment of being a 30-,
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It's Best to Avoid This Online Trend for Your Enamel's Sake
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 17, 2020.
The Internet is truly amazing: It takes only a few seconds to tap into a vast store of knowledge to find information that once took people hours or days.
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4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 07, 2020.
Holistic medicine aims to provide healthcare for the “whole” person. While it's a worthy approach, the term has also been used to advance ideas, including in dentistry, at odds
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You Don't Have to Live With Uncomfortable Cracked Mouth Corners
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 26, 2020.
While a relatively minor health issue, cracked mouth corners (medically known as angular cheilitis) can certainly be irritating. Fortunately, you don't have to live with it—we can help reduce
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Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 16, 2020.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua
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Manage These Risk Factors to Reduce Your Risk of Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 06, 2020.
Tooth decay doesn't occur out of thin air, but is the end result of bacteria feeding on sugar, multiplying and producing acid. High acidity erodes tooth enamel and creates
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Primary Teeth Decay Could Affect Your Child's Future Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 27, 2020.
With only a few teeth now showing in your baby’s mouth, you might think it’s too early to schedule their first dental visit. But you should, and here’s why:
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Do You Have Adequate Bone to Support an Implant?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2020.
Besides their life-likeness, implants are also prized for their high success rate. More than ninety-five percent of implants continue to function effectively after ten years.
Implants’ advanced technology explains some
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NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 07, 2020.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was
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Certain Osteoporosis Drugs Could Pose a Future Risk to Your Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 28, 2019.
Osteoporosis is a major health condition affecting millions of people, mostly women over 50. The disease weakens bone strength to the point that a minor fall or even coughing
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For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 18, 2019.
There's a “file” on you at your dentist's office: Every visit you've made—from regular cleanings to major dental work—has been recorded, noted and preserved for posterity.
If that gives you
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