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Anchors Make all the Difference in Successful Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Aug. 08, 2018.
Orthodontics shares a principle with the classic tug of war game: if you want things to move in the right direction you need a good anchor. Anchors help braces Read more -
Root Canal Treatment Alleviates Pain and Saves Your Tooth
posted: Jul. 29, 2018.
If you’re undergoing your first root canal treatment, it’s understandable if you’re apprehensive. So, let’s cut to the chase about your biggest fear: a root canal treatment doesn’t cause Read more -
Think Water First for Summer Thirst
posted: Jul. 19, 2018.
It’s easy to work up a thirst in the summer. You might be shooting hoops in the park, riding on a trail or playing volleyball on the beach. No Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Jul. 09, 2018.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read more -
Don't Fear the Root Canal - it Could Save Your Tooth
posted: Jun. 29, 2018.
Many people consider a root canal treatment to be potentially an unpleasant experience. You might even feel a few butterflies fluttering in your stomach if we were to recommend Read more -
Keep Watch for Bite Problems with your Child's Teeth
posted: Jun. 19, 2018.
Around ages 6 to 8, a child's primary teeth will begin to loosen to make way for their permanent teeth. If all goes well, the new set will come Read more -
What You Can Do to Support Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Jun. 09, 2018.
Your child’s teeth and gum development is truly a wonder. In just a little more than two decades they’ll gain and lose one set of teeth, while the subsequent Read more -
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: May 30, 2018.
Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits Read more -
The Parent-Dentist Partnership: Establishing Better Oral Health for Your Child
posted: May 20, 2018.
As a parent, the task of guiding your children through their physical, mental and social development can sometimes seem overwhelming. That doesn’t have to be the case with their Read more -
What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
posted: May 10, 2018.
Porcelain veneers are a great way to enhance an unattractive smile. But are they appropriate for teenagers? The answer usually depends on a patient’s current development stage and the Read more -
If You're not a Good Candidate for Dental Implants, Consider Bridgework
posted: Apr. 30, 2018.
Not long ago the dental bridge was the alternative treatment of choice to partial dentures for restoring lost teeth. Over the last few decades, however, dental implants have nudged Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Apr. 20, 2018.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of Read more -
3 Factors to Consider When Buying a Toothbrush
posted: Apr. 10, 2018.
If there’s one essential tool for dental health, it’s the toothbrush. But though simple in basic design, manufacturers have nonetheless created a dizzying array of choices that often muddy Read more -
Certain Treatments for Osteoporosis Could Complicate Oral Surgery
posted: Mar. 26, 2018.
Although periodontal (gum) disease is the most common cause of bone loss in the mouth, women at or past menopause face another condition that could cause complications with their Read more -
Periodontal Probing Increases Accuracy in Diagnosing Gum Disease
posted: Mar. 18, 2018.
If you’re over age 30 there’s a fifty percent chance you have periodontal (gum) disease—and you may not even know it. Without treatment this often “silent” bacterial infection could Read more -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Mar. 03, 2018.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear Read more