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NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Jan. 21, 2022.

Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was in Read more
A Clear Diagnosis of Jaw Pain is Needed to Determine the Right Treatment
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

A blow to the face can result in a variety of injuries to your jaws and the temporomandibular joints (TMJs) that join the lower jaw to the skull. Only a Read more
Curb Your Carb Consumption to Boost Your Defenses Against Gum Disease
posted: Jan. 01, 2022.

You're doing the right things to avoid the return of gum disease: brushing and flossing every day, dental visits on a regular basis and watching for symptoms of another infection. Read more
Implant-based Overdentures may be a Better Long-Term Fit Option
posted: Dec. 22, 2021.

Although dental disease prevention has made great strides over the last century, tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease continue to pose a major health threat. People who’ve lost all of Read more
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
posted: Dec. 12, 2021.

Once upon a time, celebrities tried hard to maintain the appearance of red-carpet glamour at all times. That meant keeping the more mundane aspects of their lives out of the Read more
Don't Wait to Have Your Child's Mouth Breathing Checked and Treated
posted: Dec. 02, 2021.

It's normal for your child to breathe through their mouth if they're winded from play, or if they have a stuffy nose from an occasional cold. But what if they're Read more
Monitoring Your Child's Thumb Sucking Could Help Avoid Future Bite Problems
posted: Nov. 22, 2021.

Although distressing to many parents, infants and toddlers sucking their thumb is a common if not universal habit. Most children phase out of it by around age 4, usually with Read more
Do This for Your Dental Health Before, During and After Cancer Treatment
posted: Nov. 12, 2021.

Although cancer treatment has advanced steadily in recent decades, the most used therapies continue to be radiation and chemotherapy to eradicate cancerous cells. And while they often work, both can Read more
Olympian's Pole Vaulting Accident Puts the Spotlight on Dental Injuries
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

British pole vaulter Harry Coppell had an unpleasant mishap right before the Tokyo Olympic games. During a training vault, Coppell glanced the top bar to loosen it, which then fell Read more
Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
posted: Oct. 23, 2021.

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
There May Be a Solution To Your Facial Pain
posted: Oct. 13, 2021.

Physical pain is unpleasant—but not knowing why you're hurting makes it worse. Thousands of people encounter such as experience when parts of their face suddenly and mysteriously erupt in pain.Often, Read more
Osteoporosis Can Cause Complications For Some Types of Dental Work
posted: Oct. 03, 2021.

October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day, putting the spotlight on this degenerative bone condition and the impact it has on millions of people. Not only does it significantly increase the Read more
Unlike Brad Pitt, You Didn't Mean To Chip Your Tooth. We Can Still Fix It
posted: Sep. 23, 2021.

It's not unusual for serious actors to go above and beyond for their roles. They gain weight (or lose it, like Matthew McConaughey for True Detective). They grow hair—or they Read more
Do Your Dentures and Mouth a Favor: Take Them Out at Night
posted: Sep. 13, 2021.

People who’ve lost all their teeth have benefitted from a solution that’s been around for generations: removable dentures. These appliances have helped millions of people chew and eat food, speak, Read more
Take Care of Your Gums - And Your Gums Will Take Care of Your Teeth!
posted: Sep. 03, 2021.

Even masterpiece paintings need an appropriate frame. Likewise, our gums help bring out our teeth's beauty.But gums are more than enhancements for our smile appearance—they're also critical to good oral Read more
Stop White Spots Before They Appear While Wearing Braces
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Braces can be a long, involved process, but gaining a more attractive smile and better oral health is worth it. Sometimes, though, braces can produce unintended short-term consequences.Brace brackets and Read more

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