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Changes: David Bowie's Dental Transformation
posted: Jan. 13, 2015.
In his decades long career, pop-music chameleon David Bowie has gone through a dizzying series of transformations. And as he morphed from alien-inspired space oddity to fashion-forward international superstar, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Getting to the Root of Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Dec. 29, 2014.
An icy cold beverage on a hot day or a steaming cup of cocoa on a frigid day are some of the simple pleasures in life. So why do Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Taylor Hicks Keeps His Smile Bright
posted: Dec. 19, 2014.
Like many who have risen to the top tier in show business, singer Taylor Hicks found that he needed a few things (besides talent, of course) to really succeed: Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Common Ways We Can Treat Your Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
posted: Dec. 04, 2014.
Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD), which was formerly known as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), is an interesting condition because it can be hard to diagnose and often mimics many other conditions. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Nov. 19, 2014.
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Limiting Refined Sugar in Your Diet can Reduce Risk of Tooth Decay
posted: Nov. 03, 2014.
“Cut down on sweets, especially between meals” is perhaps one of the least popular words of advice we dentists regularly give. We’re not trying to be killjoys, but the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What Won't Florence Henderson Leave Home Without?
posted: Oct. 24, 2014.
She's an international star who's recognized everywhere she goes. As Carol Brady, she was an ambassador for the “blended family” before most of us even knew what to call Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Top 5 Tips for Good Oral Hygiene
posted: Oct. 09, 2014.
It’s a recognized goal of modern dentistry to help you keep your natural teeth clean and disease-free, so you’ll be able to enjoy them for your whole life. But Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Braces Have Come a Long Way, Says Vanna White
posted: Sep. 24, 2014.
Everyone knows Vanna White as the elegant co-host of the popular game show Wheel of Fortune. But here's one thing you may not know: White is listed in the Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Removing Bacterial Plaque is Critical to Halting Advancing Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 09, 2014.
Treating periodontal (gum) disease is rather straightforward: remove the bacterial plaque that causes the disease. The techniques to accomplish this are varied, depending on how far the disease has Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Take a Lesson From Hockey Player Mike Bossy
posted: Aug. 25, 2014.
It might seem that adults who play aggressive, high-contact professional sports (ice hockey, for example) have the highest chance of sustaining dental injuries. But for many — like NHL Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Frequently Asked Questions about Fixed Dentures
posted: Aug. 15, 2014.
Q: Is there much of a difference between fixed and removable dentures? A: There’s a BIG difference! Removable dentures are the type your grandparents might have had — and possibly Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Bill Rancic's Smile Helps Close the Deal
posted: Jul. 30, 2014.
Can having a great smile help land you a high-level business position, a TV show, and a bride? Maybe — at least if you go by the example of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Occasional Tongue Redness may be Irritating but not a Serious Health Issue
posted: Jul. 15, 2014.
If you occasionally notice mildly irritating red patches on the top surface of your tongue, you may be one of the three percent or less of the population with Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Taylor Hicks: I Should Have Worn a Mouthguard!
posted: Jun. 24, 2014.
Some train intensively for months ahead of time, so they can achieve peak performance during the season; others simply enjoy occasional pick-up games with friends. But here’s something all Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What to Expect from Teething
posted: Jun. 09, 2014.
Throughout your child's lifetime, you will experience many important milestones together, some more pleasant than others. Teething is one of those notable milestones, and unfortunately, this “rite of passage” Read moreCategory: Oral Health