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A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 06, 2019
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs,
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Category: Dental Procedures
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The Before, During and After of Root Canal Treatments
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 26, 2019
Root canal treatments have suffered a bad rap over the years—and undeservedly. While we applaud root canal therapy for the millions of decayed teeth the procedure has saved, the
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 16, 2019
Braces are a common experience among teens and pre-teens. And although the treatment can be a major financial undertaking, more and more families pursue it to help their child
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Sedation can Make Dental Treatment Easier for High Anxiety Patients
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 06, 2019
Most dental procedures today only require local anesthesia to numb just the affected area. It's a safer approach than general anesthesia: the unconscious state created by putting someone "to
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Category: Oral Health
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Spice Up Your Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 27, 2019
As a member of the best-selling pop group Spice Girls, Mel C (AKA Sporty Spice) enjoyed her share of musical superstardom. At the band’s peak in the Nineties, the
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Category: Dental Procedures
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How Early Dental Visits Can Improve Your Child's Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 17, 2019
Pediatricians and dentists alike recommend beginning your child's regular dental visits at an earlier age rather than later. Most say children's first visits should happen around their first birthday.
Some
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Category: Oral Health
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Despite Some Online Sources, Root Canals Don't Cause Disease
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 07, 2019
The internet has transformed how we get information. Where you once needed to find an encyclopedia, telephone directory or library, you can now turn to your handy smartphone or
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Do a Little Extra Food Prep to Ease TMD Discomfort
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 28, 2019
Because it requires jaw movement, eating can be difficult and painful if you have a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). During flareups you may switch to foods that are easier
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Category: Oral Health
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Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 18, 2019
Singer and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the
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Category: Oral Health
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Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 08, 2019
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease.
Gum disease is caused
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Category: Oral Health
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5 Ways to a Beautiful Wedding Day Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 28, 2019
Since the early Roman times, couples have prized the month of June as the most favorable time to exchange their marriage vows. If you and your betrothed are planning
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Smoking Could Shorten Your Implants' Longevity
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 18, 2019
Although costly in the beginning, dental implants often turn out to be the least expensive tooth replacement option. That's because their enviable record for longevity often outpaces dentures or
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 08, 2019
Once upon a time, celebrities tried hard to maintain the appearance of red-carpet glamour at all times. That meant keeping the more mundane aspects of their lives out of
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Keep an Eye on Your Family's Fluoride Intake
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 29, 2019
Fluoride is a critical weapon in the war against tooth decay. But this natural chemical proven to strengthen tooth enamel has also aroused suspicion over the years that it
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Category: Oral Health
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Don't Use Benzocaine Products to Ease Your Baby's Teething Pain
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 19, 2019
Although teething is a natural part of your baby's dental development, it can be quite uncomfortable for them—and upsetting to you. During teething, children can experience symptoms like pain,
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Category: Oral Health
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Reduce Your Risk of Oral Cancer with a Healthy Diet
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 09, 2019
There are a number of lifestyle changes you can make if you want to reduce your risk of oral cancer, with quitting a tobacco habit at the top of
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Category: Oral Health