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A 'Tooth in a Day' Implant Could Give You a Perfect Smile From Day One
posted: May 12, 2022.
Getting a new implant tooth in only one day sounds too good to be true. But it's true—up to a point. Whether or not you can undergo an immediate crown Read more -
Porcelain Veneers - the Answer for Many Smile-Appearance Problems
posted: May 02, 2022.
A lot of things can spoil your smile—like chips, excessive wearing or heavy staining. But one cosmetic solution could address these and other dental flaws: porcelain dental veneers.Veneers are thin, Read more -
No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: Apr. 22, 2022.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who hasn’t Read more -
You May Need Surgery to Repair the Damage of Gum Recession
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.
Gum recession is an all too common problem for millions of people that if left untreated could lead to tooth and bone loss. But the good news is not only Read more -
If You're Caring For an Older Adult, Make Their Oral Health a Top Priority
posted: Apr. 02, 2022.
Most of us care for our teeth without much assistance, save from our dentist. But that can change as we get older. A senior adult sometimes needs the help of Read more -
Local Anesthesia Eliminates Pain Completely During Dental Work
posted: Mar. 23, 2022.
Your teeth and gums are filled with nerves that make the mouth one of the most sensitive areas in the body. But thanks to local anesthesia, you won't feel a Read more -
Veneers Played a Big Role in Ben Affleck's 'Action Hero' Look for 'Armageddon'
posted: Mar. 13, 2022.
Director Michael Bay wanted a certain "action hero" look for the protagonists of his blockbuster disaster movie Armageddon. So, he urged one of the stars, Ben Affleck, to get in Read more -
4 Things You Can Do To have A Healthier Mouth and Body
posted: Mar. 03, 2022.
Ninety percent of all adults have had at least one cavity during their lifetime. Over half of people over thirty have had some form of gum disease. And, over one Read more -
Your Teenager's Teeth May Not Be Mature Enough for Veneers
posted: Feb. 21, 2022.
Teenagers and adults alike can improve their smile appearance with dental solutions like teeth whitening or orthodontics. But there are a few cosmetic solutions like porcelain veneers that are better Read more -
An Eating Disorder May Show Itself in The Mouth
posted: Feb. 11, 2022.
Although dental care is our primary focus, we dentists are also on the lookout for other health problems that may manifest in the mouth. That's why we're sometimes the first Read more -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, showing Read more -
Setting the Record Straight on Root Canal Treatments
posted: Jan. 22, 2022.
If there was an “Unsung Hero” award for dental procedures, the root canal treatment would win hands-down. Much aligned in popular culture, today’s root canal treatment is actually a valuable Read more -
Some Patients Might Need Antibiotics Before Routine Dental Work
posted: Jan. 12, 2022.
Office cleanings and other minor procedures are a routine part of regular dental care. For some people, though, a routine visit could put them at slight risk for a serious Read more -
Address These Risk Factors to Prevent Tooth Decay
posted: Jan. 02, 2022.
Put teeth in contact with acid from oral bacteria and you've created the conditions for tooth decay. Also known as caries, tooth decay is the most common human disease on Read more -
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
posted: Dec. 23, 2021.
Want to know the exact wrong way to pry open a stubborn lid? Just ask Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC-TV’s popular “Tonight Show.” When the 40-year-old funnyman had trouble opening Read more -
Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse
posted: Dec. 13, 2021.
The red, scaly rash suddenly appearing on your face doesn’t cause you much physical discomfort, but it’s still embarrassing. And to make matters worse treating it as you would other Read more