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Anchorage Devices Provide More Accuracy, Less Treatment Time for Braces
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
Braces are a common part of many teenagers’ life experience — but not every bite problem is alike. Sometimes, there’s a need for accurately moving only a few teeth while Read more -
You May Not Be an MMA Fighter Like Devin Clark, But You Might Still Be at Risk for Mouth Injury
posted: Jan. 15, 2022.
Mixed martial artists undoubtedly carry a greater risk for physical injury than the average person—just ask Devin Clark. The star fighter with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has had his Read more -
For the Sake of Your Teeth and Gums, Avoid Using E-Cigarettes
posted: Jan. 05, 2022.
Over the last decade, the use of e-cigarettes—popularly known as vaping—has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. It's the "in" thing, especially among younger adults, fueled by the widespread idea Read more -
3 Steps to a Better Bite and a More Attractive Smile
posted: Dec. 26, 2021.
Before you consider cosmetic changes to your smile, ask yourself one question: how's your bite? How your teeth are positioned and aligned doesn't just affect their function — it also Read more -
Be on the Alert for White Spots on Teeth While Wearing Braces
posted: Dec. 16, 2021.
While wearing braces is the path to a healthier and more attractive smile, it can be a difficult journey. One of your biggest challenges will be keeping your teeth clean Read more -
Patriots Belichick's 'Unique' Between-Teeth Cleaning Method Caught On Film!
posted: Dec. 06, 2021.
Earlier this season, New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick got together with his longtime QB, Tom Brady. This time, however, they were on opposite sides of the field. And although Read more -
Chronic Mouth Breathing Could Create Conditions for a Poor Bite
posted: Nov. 26, 2021.
Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you're consciously focused on it—or something's stopping it!So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are you Read more -
See How Well You're Removing Plaque With a Disclosing Agent
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
You've just finished your daily brushing and flossing. How did you do? Swiping your tongue across your teeth can generally tell you: It's a good sign if it glides smoothly; Read more -
4 Tips For Improving Your Oral Hygiene Technique
posted: Nov. 06, 2021.
Although we've advanced leaps and bounds over the years treating dental disease, our strategy for preventing them hasn't changed much. That's because these prevention basics are quite effective—and as the Read more -
J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: Oct. 27, 2021.
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave a Read more -
Your Teenager may need to Wait on an Implant for a Missing Tooth
posted: Oct. 17, 2021.
Waiting is part of life for a teenager: waiting to get a driver’s license, to graduate high school or to leave home and stretch their wings. A teenager with lost Read more -
A Healthy Diet Is an Important Part of Your Dental Disease Prevention Plan
posted: Oct. 07, 2021.
If you think brushing and flossing and regular dental visits are all you need to do to avoid dental disease, you're missing a key component in your prevention plan. What Read more -
What to Expect Before, During and After Implant Surgery
posted: Sep. 27, 2021.
People are choosing dental implants at an increasing rate to replace missing teeth, either as an individual tooth or as a support for other restorations. But unlike other replacement options, Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.
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 in Read more -
See Your Dentist First Before Using a Home Teeth Whitening Kit
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
Are your stained teeth bumming you out? There's good news—you can transform that dull and dingy smile yourself with a tooth whitening product.There are dozens of over-the-counter whitening kits that Read more -
Crown Lengthening Helps us Treat Hard to Reach Cavities
posted: Aug. 28, 2021.
While we often associate tooth decay with cavities forming in a tooth’s visible or biting surfaces, the occurrence of this all too common disease isn’t limited to those areas. Cavities Read more