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Braces and Other Orthodontic Appliances: Which Type Is Best for You?
posted: Feb. 26, 2013.
If you are planning orthodontic treatment for yourself or your child, you may have heard about different types of orthodontic appliances (braces) and you may be wondering which type is Read more -
What Dental Device Does TV Host Vanna White Keep on her Nightstand?
posted: Feb. 15, 2013.
Here's an interesting tidbit of information on Wheel of Fortune host Vanna White: like many people, she grinds her teeth at night. In a detailed interview with Dear Doctor magazine, Read more -
Dental Repair with Composite Resin Bonding: FAQs
posted: Feb. 10, 2013.
What is composite resin bonding? This term refers to a kind of tooth-colored material that is a mixture of a plastic resin and a glass filler. The glass gives the mixture, Read more -
Dental Implants: Quiz
posted: Feb. 03, 2013.
How much do you know about dental implants? Test yourself with this quiz. Earliest recorded attempts at using dental implants were fromMedieval England The ancient Mayans U.S.A. in the 1950s Dental implants are called Read more -
Can A Dentist Help Treat Sleep Apnea?
posted: Jan. 25, 2013.
Research has revealed that over 12 million Americans suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a condition that occurs when the upper airway (tissues at the back of the mouth and Read more -
The Scare That Made Iron Chef Cat Cora Believe in Mouthguards
posted: Jan. 15, 2013.
Cat Cora, philanthropist, author, chef, restaurateur and the first female chef on the Food Network's hit series Iron Chef America is a dynamo driven by a desire to change people's Read more -
Common Ways We Can Treat Your Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
posted: Jan. 07, 2013.
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. It Read more -
Aspirin: Not Just a Harmless OTC Medication
posted: Jan. 05, 2013.
We tend to think of aspirin as a harmless medication. It is dispensed over the counter and is the most widely used OTC medication in the U.S. We take it Read more -
A Smile Makeover Can Help Boost Self-Confidence
posted: Dec. 29, 2012.
Projecting a healthy, radiant smile can help boost self-confidence and lead to increased comfort and success in both personal and career-oriented situations. Yet, many people are unhappy with their less-than-pearly Read more -
How Cosmetic Dentistry Saved Jerry Rice's Smile
posted: Dec. 19, 2012.
As a Pro Football Hall of Famer and first runner up on the hit television show Dancing with the Stars, Jerry Rice has a face and smile that truly has Read more -
Factors that Can Influence a Dental Implant
posted: Dec. 14, 2012.
While the long-term success rate for a dental implant is well over 95%, there are factors that can compromise their success. For this reason, our office has put together this Read more -
Regular Dental Exams Are Key to Reducing Your Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Dec. 05, 2012.
Oral cancer is on the rise in the United States, yet few people are familiar with the disease and its risk factors. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research Read more -
Is It Wise To Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
posted: Nov. 27, 2012.
The third molars, called “wisdom teeth” because they usually become visible when a person is 17 to 25 — supposedly the time we achieve wisdom, may have adverse effects on Read more -
Football Star Jerry Rice Discusses Dental Injuries
posted: Nov. 19, 2012.
Athletic activity can boost your health, but many sports also carry some risk — especially to the teeth. This is something NFL wide receiver Jerry Rice well knows. “Football can be Read more -
Sports-Related Dental Injuries — Determining Your Risks
posted: Nov. 08, 2012.
A recent study revealed that on average there are 22,000 dental injuries in children under the age of 18. This alarming reality makes it clear that parents, caregivers, and coaches Read more -
Sports-Related Dental Injuries: Do You Know What To Do?
posted: Oct. 31, 2012.
Witnessing or being involved in a sports-related dental injury can be a scary event not only for the player, but also for onlookers even if the injuries turn out to Read more