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As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
posted: Oct. 14, 2020.
The NBA's reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo may seem unstoppable, but he proved no match for a troubled tooth. Antetokounmpo, the self-proclaimed “Greek Freak,” missed one of the final three 2020 Read more -
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
posted: Oct. 04, 2020.
Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't want Read more -
The Simple Bitewing X-Ray is a Game Changer for Maintaining Dental Health
posted: Sep. 24, 2020.
X-rays are such a routine part of dental care that it's easy to overlook how much this technology has revolutionized detecting and treating tooth decay. It's safe to say x-rays Read more -
What Really Happens During a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Sep. 14, 2020.
Bad news at your last dental visit: You have a decayed tooth. And not just in the enamel—the decay has invaded the tooth's inner pulp and the resulting infection is Read more -
Mike Tyson: The Prizefighter Prizes His Unique Smile
posted: Sep. 04, 2020.
Mike Tyson made a splash when he faced off against sharks during the Discovery Channel's Shark Week 2020. But there's bigger news for fans of the former undisputed world heavyweight Read more -
Implant-Based Removable Dentures a Good Choice for Patients with Extensive Bone Loss
posted: Aug. 25, 2020.
People who’ve lost all their teeth (a condition known as edentulism) face a decision on how to restore their lost function and appearance. And there are a number of options Read more -
Good Reasons for Choosing Clear Aligners for Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Aug. 15, 2020.
If your teenager is in need of orthodontic treatment, you might automatically think braces. But while this decades-old appliance is quite effective, it isn’t the only “tooth movement” game in Read more -
Direct Veneers Offer a Quick and Affordable Alternative to Traditional Veneers
posted: Aug. 05, 2020.
Orthodontics, veneers and other cosmetic dental techniques can turn a less than perfect smile into a beautiful one—but not always very quickly. For example, porcelain veneers can take weeks from Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Jul. 26, 2020.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated TV Read more -
Effective Dental Care Depends First on Getting the Big Picture
posted: Jul. 16, 2020.
You might see your teeth and gums as separate parts of your mouth. But we dentists see them as a unified biological system, each of them contributing to your mouth's Read more -
Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
posted: Jul. 06, 2020.
Your tooth enamel’s main nemesis is oral acid: normally produced by bacteria, foods or beverages, acid can dissolve enamel’s mineral content and cause erosion and decay. But acid might be Read more -
New Materials Add Strength to Veneers' Beautiful Life-Likeness
posted: Jun. 26, 2020.
With exciting innovations in cosmetic dentistry over the last few decades, we can now transform nearly any unattractive smile. One of the best and most cost-effective of these is the Read more -
What's That on Your Teeth, Nick Jonas? How to Avoid a Similar Smile Oops
posted: Jun. 16, 2020.
Think no one is looking at your smile when you’re out in public? Nick Jonas’ recent experience might convince you otherwise. While the Jonas Brothers were performing during the 2020 Read more
