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How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Aug. 16, 2020.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read more -
Talk With Your Dentist About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
posted: Aug. 06, 2020.
Dental implants are far and away the most “tooth-like” restoration available today for missing teeth. Not only do they look real, they also mimic dental anatomy in replacing the Read more -
Like Our National Parks, Your Natural Teeth Are Worth Preserving
posted: Jul. 27, 2020.
July is Park and Recreation Month, when we Americans celebrate our ongoing love affair with the great outdoors. Since Yellowstone became our first national park in 1872, we've been Read more -
3 Things That Could Help You Avoid Another Round With Gum Disease
posted: Jul. 17, 2020.
While periodontal (gum) disease could ruin your dental health, it doesn’t have to. Dentists and periodontists (specialists in gums and other supporting tooth structures) have effective methods for stopping Read more -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
posted: Jul. 07, 2020.
Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent Read more -
Sedation Therapy Can Help Anxious Patients Get the Dental Care They Need
posted: Jun. 27, 2020.
Dental visit anxiety is a serious problem: Half of all Americans admit to some level of dental fear, while 15% avoid dental care altogether due to acute anxiety. The Read more -
Types of Dental Emergencies and How We Can Help
posted: Jun. 19, 2020.
Although you may take great care of your teeth, life can sometimes surprise us with a dental emergency. These include losing teeth when playing sports, injuries during car accidents, falls, Read more -
Sedation Can Help a Child Receive Needed Dental Care Now and in the Future
posted: Jun. 17, 2020.
You have a wonderful pediatric dentist who's great with kids. Their dental office is a children's wonderland with cheerful colors, toys and a staff that tries to make things Read more -
You're Safe from Infection During Your Dental Visit
posted: Jun. 07, 2020.
Over the last few months, federal, state and local officials have taken extraordinary measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. Thankfully, some of these measures are beginning to ease. Read more -
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
posted: May 28, 2020.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, Read more -
Tooth Pain? Here Are Some Possible Causes
posted: May 18, 2020.
“My tooth hurts…or maybe more than one. Or, it might be my gums.” If you're having trouble describing the pain in your mouth, don't feel bad. Although our body's pain Read more -
3 Reasons a Root Canal Treatment Might Fail and What You Can Do About It
posted: May 08, 2020.
It's not an exaggeration to say the modern root canal treatment has saved millions of teeth over the last century. Without this procedure, there's not a lot we can Read more -
In These Uncertain Times, We Still Care About Your Dental Health
posted: Apr. 28, 2020.
During this year's National Public Health Week in April, health issues like vaping and the opioid crisis are taking a back seat to what is front and center on Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Apr. 18, 2020.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more -
The Importance of Dental Implants
posted: Apr. 10, 2020.
When it comes to restoring your smile, the importance of dental implants cannot be understated. Dental implants are a secure and long-term option for replacing lost teeth, as well as Read more -
Are Lasers the Future for Treating Advanced Tooth Decay?
posted: Apr. 08, 2020.
Advanced tooth decay is a serious dental problem that can threaten an affected tooth's survival. But for decades now dentists have reliably used root canal treatment to better a Read more