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• posted: Mar. 24, 2014
• oral hygiene,  oral health

Electric-powered toothbrushes have been in use for decades, and continue to enjoy wide popularity. But since their inception in the 1950s, there’s been a continuous debate not only about Read More

• posted: Mar. 21, 2014
• pediatric dentistry,  thumb sucking

Thumb or finger sucking is a normal activity for babies and young children — they begin the habit while still in the womb and may continue it well into Read More

• posted: Mar. 12, 2014
• furcation

Although they may appear inert, teeth are anything but — they grow and change like other bodily tissues until complete maturation. Teeth roots are especially adaptable; teeth with multiple Read More

• posted: Mar. 04, 2014
• dental injury,  dental emergency,  mouthguard

Participating in athletic activities offers numerous well-documented health benefits — not to mention instilling the intangible values of discipline, teamwork and goal-setting. Of course, in nearly every sport, the Read More

• posted: Feb. 24, 2014
• dental crowns

Gold is more than a financial commodity or a symbol of wealth — it’s one of the best materials for restoring damaged tooth crowns, the visible portion above the Read More

• posted: Feb. 21, 2014
• teething

When your baby’s first teeth erupt in the mouth, it’s a big step in their development. Unfortunately, you may not have much opportunity to celebrate — you’re too busy Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2014
• denture

Losing all of your teeth can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. Patients in this condition may need a period of transition from this loss to their permanent restoration. Read More

• posted: Feb. 05, 2014
• saliva

When you think of saliva, the word “amazing” probably doesn’t come to mind. But your life and health would be vastly different without this “wonder” fluid at work in Read More

• posted: Jan. 28, 2014
• tmj

Many people suffer from problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ); this can result in chronic pain and severely limit the function of the jaw. Yet exactly what causes the Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2014
• mouthguards

Are you ready to suit up for sports? Mouthguards have been called the most important part of an athlete's uniform. Designed to absorb and distribute the forces of impact Read More

• posted: Jan. 16, 2014
• oral cancer

Cancer is never a pleasant topic. Yet, rather than wish it away, many people have chosen to take an active and positive role in the prevention and early detection Read More

• posted: Jan. 08, 2014
• tooth decay,  pediatric dentistry

If you think cavities are an inevitable part of childhood, think again; tooth decay, which is actually an infectious disease caused by bacteria, is completely preventable. This is a Read More

• posted: Dec. 31, 2013
• oral health,  pregnancy

During pregnancy, a mother has many health concerns for both her baby and herself. Though it may not seem as important, dental health and development should be on that Read More

• posted: Dec. 23, 2013
• fillings

Metal amalgam fillings for dental caries have been used since the mid 19th Century. Although newer, “natural color” filling materials have become available, amalgam remains a standard choice among Read More

• posted: Dec. 20, 2013
• dental implants

If you have lost your natural teeth, you may already have heard that dental implants are the best option for tooth replacement. Unlike removable dentures or bridgework, implants actually Read More

• posted: Dec. 12, 2013
• smoking,  oral health

Even after decades of health warnings, approximately 45 million Americans smoke cigarettes. Although three-quarters will attempt to quit at some time in their life, most won’t be successful because Read More