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Saving a Diseased Primary Tooth Could Benefit Future Oral Health
posted: May 29, 2014.
Dentists go to great lengths to save an adult permanent tooth. Even though restoration technology is incredibly advanced, none can completely replace the biological function of natural teeth. Treating Read more -
Braces: A Rite of Passage Even for Hollywood Kids
posted: May 21, 2014.
Her parents Will and Jada are Hollywood royalty, who helped her land her first acting role when she was 7. She released a hit single, “Whip My Hair,” before Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Porcelain Veneers
posted: May 13, 2014.
Q: What exactly are porcelain veneers? A: The term “veneer” usually means a very thin covering that’s designed to improve the way a surface looks. The porcelain veneers we Read more -
Frequently Asked Questions About Tooth Wear
posted: May 05, 2014.
What is tooth wear? “Tooth wear” refers to a loss of tooth structure that can make your teeth appear shorter or less even than they used to be. Wear starts Read more -
Strict Infection Control Protects Dental Patients
posted: May 02, 2014.
It’s rare now to encounter a news story about an infection spreading among a group of dental patients — a rarity thanks to the development of standards and procedures Read more -
What Oral Appliance Does Oliva Newton-John Use to Protect Her teeth?
posted: Apr. 24, 2014.
Though it's been a while since Olivia Newton-John sang her way into our hearts in the movie Grease, her smile is as radiant as ever. Today, Olivia is still Read more -
Keep an Eye on Your Child's Primary Tooth Loss
posted: Apr. 09, 2014.
When children begin losing their primary (“baby”) teeth, it’s a rite of passage — a sign that childhood is transitioning to future adulthood. And while it’s a normal part Read more -
Your Dental Health may be at Risk With Sports and Energy Drinks
posted: Apr. 01, 2014.
Sports drinks have grown in popularity since University of Florida football trainers developed Gatorade® in the 1960s. They're widely viewed as a convenient fluid and nutrient replacement after strenuous Read more -
Know What to do to Ease Your Child Out of the Thumb Sucking Habit
posted: Mar. 24, 2014.
Thumb or finger sucking is a normal activity for babies and young children — they begin the habit while still in the womb and may continue it well into Read more -
Catherine Zeta-Jones' Award-Winning Smile
posted: Mar. 21, 2014.
She received an academy award for best supporting actress in Chicago (2002); she regularly stars in big Hollywood films like Oceans Twelve and Side Effects. And she’s been named Read more -
An Early Orthodontic Evaluation can Reduce Treatment Later
posted: Mar. 12, 2014.
While most orthodontic treatment doesn’t commence until a child is older or entering adolescence, it’s still a good idea for children as young as 6 to undergo an orthodontic Read more -
Treating Thumb Sucking Now Could Reduce Orthodontic Treatment Later
posted: Mar. 04, 2014.
One of the most common parental concerns is the habit of many children, even late into childhood, to suck their thumbs or fingers. Many parents have asked us, “Could Read more -
Extra Care is Required When Treating Teenagers With Lost Teeth
posted: Feb. 24, 2014.
Permanent tooth loss at any age greatly affects long-term oral health. But because their jaw and facial structures are still developing, it’s particularly consequential for adolescents. Add to that Read more -
LeAnn Rimes Dental Drama: Emergency Root Canal
posted: Feb. 21, 2014.
Singer LeAnn Rimes was forced to cancel a string of performances recently, as a more pressing engagement came up: a late-night meeting with her endodontist. It turned out that Read more -
Take Heed to the Subtle Warning Signs of Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 13, 2014.
Periodontal or gum disease is a serious condition that could lead to tooth and bone loss. Unfortunately, you may not even realize you have it — the disease in Read more -
Local Anesthesia Helps Decrease Discomfort and Anxiety During Treatment
posted: Feb. 05, 2014.
Local anesthesia has emerged over the last half century as one of the most effective tools in dentistry. Its use has literally revolutionized pain control and led to a Read more