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• posted: Dec. 04, 2013
• loose dentures

There’s no dispute in most cases that dental implants are superior to removable dentures as a restoration for missing teeth. One area in particular is the effect a removable Read More

• posted: Nov. 26, 2013
• orthodontics,  clear orthodontic aligners,  invisalign

Compared to traditional braces, orthodontic clear aligners seem miraculous in many ways, almost too good to be true. You may be wondering if they really work. The answer is Read More

• posted: Nov. 18, 2013
• crown

Getting a new crown for a front tooth is a standard procedure performed in thousands of dental offices around the country. But dental patients are sometimes surprised to find Read More

• posted: Nov. 15, 2013
• sealants

If you were to look closely at many of your teeth, you would notice deep, natural grooves in the enamel surface. Often referred to as “pits and fissures,” these Read More

• posted: Nov. 07, 2013
• tooth colored fillings,  dental fillings

Do you have silver dental fillings that you wish you didn't have? Wouldn't it be nice if no one could look in your mouth and see how many cavities Read More

• posted: Oct. 30, 2013
• cosmetic dentistry,  veneers,  porcelain veneers

Your otherwise beautiful smile has one noticeable flaw — one or more of your teeth are deeply discolored or stained. More than likely this staining is deep within the Read More

• posted: Oct. 22, 2013
• pediatric dentistry,  oral health

Did you know that the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that all children have their first dental visit by the age of one? You might be surprised by Read More

• posted: Oct. 14, 2013
• veneers,  prepless veneers

Although traditional porcelain laminate veneers are much less invasive than other cosmetic dental applications, they still often require the removal of some of the surface tooth enamel, a process Read More

• posted: Oct. 11, 2013
• gum disease,  periodontal disease,  loose teeth

Loose teeth are an exciting rite of passage in childhood; in adulthood, they're anything but. In fact, a permanent tooth that feels loose is a sign that you need Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2013
• whitening

Root canal treatments are an important method for stopping the disease process within an infected tooth and ultimately saving it. However, one of the few side effects could have Read More

• posted: Sep. 25, 2013
• pediatric dentistry,  thumb sucking

Are the following statements true or false? Thumb sucking in children may cause problems with their teeth later on. A: TRUE Prolonged thumb sucking may be responsible for many problems with the Read More

• posted: Sep. 17, 2013
• periodontal plastic surgery

The “wear and tear” nature of gingival (gum) tissue enables it to readily handle the chewing and biting actions of eating and still perform its most important function: protecting Read More

• posted: Sep. 09, 2013
• tooth decay

Tooth decay (also known as caries by professionals and as cavities by consumers) is an infectious disease process that damages tooth structure. Cavities, hollowed-out holes in the teeth, are Read More

• posted: Sep. 06, 2013
• oral health,  pregnancy

Already read every “What to Expect” book twice over? Think you know something about how pregnancy affects your teeth and gums — and vice versa? OK, ace — Read More

• posted: Aug. 29, 2013
• tongue piercing

It was one of those things that seemed like a good idea at the time. Maybe it was years ago, or maybe it was yesterday — at some point Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2013
• wisdom teeth

The old saying, “If it ain't broke, don't fix it,” doesn't really apply when discussing your wisdom teeth. It's great if they are not bothering you, but don't wait Read More