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Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Jul 10, 2019.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Chara Read more -
Tooth Troubles for NBA Star Isaiah Thomas
posted: Jun 30, 2019.
All eyes were on Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas in Game 1 of the second-round NBA Playoff series against the Washington Wizards — and not just because he scored Read more -
Bleeding Gums isn't Normal - it's a Sign Something's Wrong
posted: Jun 20, 2019.
Occasional bleeding of the gums while brushing is so common — as high as 90% of adults — it would seem to be a normal aspect of the mouth. In Read more -
Enhance Your Smile for that Special, Once-in-a-Lifetime Day
posted: Jun 10, 2019.
You want to look your best for that once-in-a-lifetime moment — like your wedding day. It can also take time and effort: many people spend months losing weight or trimming Read more -
Why Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Couldn't Have Braces
posted: May 31, 2019.
Mayim Bialik has spent a good part of her life in front of TV cameras: first as the child star of the hit comedy series Blossom, and more recently as Read more -
Lasers Poised to Transform Current Treatment for Gum Disease
posted: May 21, 2019.
While lasers still seem like science fiction, they’ve been used commercially (and medically) for decades. But there’s still room for growth in practical applications with this developing technology. One promising Read more -
Less-Invasive Pulp Capping Could Save Your Tooth
posted: May 11, 2019.
There’s one sure thing about tooth decay: you can’t ignore it. In fact, the best outcomes result from finding it early and treating it before it enters the pulp in Read more -
Your 'Smile Makeover' Should Uniquely Reflect You
posted: May 01, 2019.
Teeth serve more than a utilitarian function, more than a means to bite or chew food. They're part of our identity and how we express ourselves — especially when we Read more -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
posted: Apr 21, 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 documentary Read more -
Don't Use Benzocaine Products to Ease Your Baby's Teething Pain
posted: Apr 11, 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, drooling Read more -
Why a Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
posted: Apr 01, 2019.
A lot of time and effort goes into straightening your smile. But there’s a possibility it might not stay that way—and all that hard work could be lost. The same Read more -
3 Questions You Should Ask Before Undergoing Adult Orthodontics
posted: Mar 22, 2019.
Think you're too old to have your teeth straightened? While we automatically pair “teenager” with “braces,” at least one in five orthodontic patients are adults. And there's many more that Read more -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Mar 12, 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 hit Read more -
Nutrition for the Best Oral Health
posted: Mar 02, 2019.
It's National Nutrition Month! Good nutrition is key to overall health, but poor dental health can have a big impact on your ability to get the right nutrients. Your mouth Read more -
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
posted: Feb 20, 2019.
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 -
4 Things to Avoid if You Want to Support Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Feb 10, 2019.
Your child's oral development generates considerable changes during their "growing up" years. There are a number of things you can do to help support their development—but also things you shouldn't.Here Read more