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Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Jul. 11, 2021.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen action Read more -
4 Tips for Achieving Better Hygiene
posted: Jul. 01, 2021.
You know the basics of great oral hygiene: Brush and floss daily; see your dentist at least twice a year for cleanings and checkups; and watch your diet, especially sweets.While Read more -
3 Surprising Sugar Sources Your Baby Might be Consuming
posted: Jun. 21, 2021.
Tooth decay is an ever present danger for your baby’s developing teeth. It begins with disease-causing bacteria feasting on leftover sugar, producing high levels of oral acid that slowly dissolves Read more -
A Word to Young Adults: Brushing and Flossing are Key to a Healthy Mouth
posted: Jun. 11, 2021.
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy doesn't require an elaborate plan. It's simple: Besides twice-a-year dental visits, the most important thing you can do is brush and floss every day Read more -
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Jun. 01, 2021.
When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain and Read more -
Bone Loss Could be the Reason for Your Loose Dentures
posted: May 22, 2021.
When you first received your removable dentures the fit was firm and comfortable. Lately, though, they’ve become loose, making it difficult to eat or speak without slippage.The problem may not Read more -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: May 12, 2021.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more -
Gum Disease Could Impact More Than Your Oral Health
posted: May 02, 2021.
Preventing periodontal (gum) disease not only preserves your teeth and gums, it might also benefit the rest of your health. There's growing evidence that gum disease has links to other Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Apr. 22, 2021.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: his Read more -
4 Signs Your Child May Have a Poor Bite
posted: Apr. 12, 2021.
Although tooth decay is a major problem to watch for in your child’s teeth, it isn’t the only one. As their teeth transition from primary (“baby”) to permanent, you should Read more -
4 Ways Alcohol Could Affect Your Oral Health
posted: Apr. 02, 2021.
Fermented and distilled beverages have been a part of human culture for millennia. They help us celebrate the joys of life and the companionship of family and friends. But alcohol Read more -
Implant-Supported Dentures Could Improve Your Bone Health
posted: Mar. 23, 2021.
Generations have depended on dentures to effectively and affordably replace lost teeth. But they do have a major weakness: They contribute to jawbone loss that creates not only mouth and Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Mar. 13, 2021.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Lipa Read more -
Not Getting a Good Night's Sleep? Your Dentist May Be Able to Help
posted: Mar. 03, 2021.
If you live an average lifespan, you'll spend more than 200,000 hours in blissful slumber. It's not a waste, though: You absolutely need this much sleep to maintain optimum physical Read more -
Even Though not in the "Smile Zone" You Should Replace that Back Tooth
posted: Feb. 21, 2021.
People often put a premium on appearance when deciding whether or not to replace a missing tooth. There's more motivation to replace one in the “smile zone,” where the teeth Read more -
NSAIDs Could be Just as Effective as Narcotics Managing Dental Pain
posted: Feb. 11, 2021.
Like other healthcare providers, dentists have relied for decades on the strong pain relief of opioid (narcotic) drugs for patients after dental work. As late as 2012, doctors and dentists Read more