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Tobacco: One Baseball Tradition We Can Do Without
posted: Feb. 01, 2020.
While sports like football, basketball and soccer have exploded in popularity over the last few decades, many Americans still have a soft spot for the granddaddy of them all: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Jan. 22, 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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Teeth Grinding Could Endanger Your Dental Health
posted: Jan. 12, 2020.
While your teeth and gums can take a lot, they still face dangers like dental disease. Your teeth are also affected by aging-related wear and tear. And, something else could Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Stop Bite Problems Early With Interceptive Orthodontics
posted: Jan. 02, 2020.
Every year many parents learn their “tweenager” or teenager needs their bite corrected, often with specialized orthodontics. Imagine, though, if these families could go back in time to when Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Common Causes for Gum Recession
posted: Dec. 23, 2019.
Your gums play an important role in dental function and health. Not only do they help anchor teeth in the jaw, the gums also protect tooth roots from disease. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
posted: Dec. 13, 2019.
Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Foods That Are Good for Both Your Mouth and Your Body
posted: Dec. 03, 2019.
You can't separate your oral health from your overall health. What's beneficial for your body in general is usually beneficial for your teeth and gums. Take the foods you eat: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Care During Pregnancy is Safe and Essential
posted: Nov. 23, 2019.
When a woman learns she's pregnant, her first thought is often to do everything possible to protect the new life inside her. That may mean making lifestyle changes like Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
posted: Nov. 13, 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 Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Nov. 03, 2019.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist
posted: Oct. 24, 2019.
Your baby is turning one year old—and it's time for their first dental visit! Both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend your child Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How to Lower Your Child's Tooth Decay Risk From Halloween Candy
posted: Oct. 14, 2019.
$9.1 billion: That's how much we Americans spent in 2018 on Halloween festivities, according to the National Retail Federation. And a sizeable chunk of that was for candy—a whopping Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Reasons Why Correcting a Poor Bite Is Worthwhile at Any Age
posted: Oct. 04, 2019.
October is National Orthodontic Health Month, and the more than 18,000 members of the American Association of Orthodontists want you to know the importance of a good bite. Correcting Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Sep. 24, 2019.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Behavioral Therapy Could Reduce a Child's Dental Anxiety Without Drugs
posted: Sep. 14, 2019.
It’s common for kids to be less than enthusiastic about visiting the dentist. For some, though, it’s even more of a challenge: A child with extreme anxiety and fear Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Watch Out for These Dental Health Issues as You Age
posted: Sep. 04, 2019.
One thing’s for sure: We’re all getting older. Here’s another sure thing: Aging doesn’t necessarily look the same on everyone. That one spry octogenarian lapping younger folks on the Read moreCategory: Oral Health