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Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
posted: Jan. 23, 2020.
At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor — Read more -
When Are Dental Crowns Needed?
posted: Jan. 23, 2020.
Getting dental crowns is a great way to improve a damaged tooth. They are dental caps that cover the outside of the teeth and are routinely used to correct many Read more -
Uncovering Early Gum Disease Through Periodontal Probing
posted: Jan. 13, 2020.
How do you know if you have periodontal (gum) disease? Sometimes your gums will tell you—when they’re red, swollen or bleed easily. But your gums can also look and feel Read more -
Follow the Fast-Food Lead: Cut Back Sodas in Your Child's Diet
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.
You can find some version of the ever popular kids’ meal at most major fast-food restaurants. It’s a neat little package: child’s size portions of burgers, chicken nuggets or Read more -
Stop Bite Problems Early With Interceptive Orthodontics
posted: Dec. 24, 2019.
Every year many parents learn their “tweenager” or teenager needs their bite corrected, often with specialized orthodontics. Imagine, though, if these families could go back in time to when Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Read more -
A Root Canal Treatment Will Improve Your Health, Not Harm It
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.
If you’ve ever read online that root canal therapy causes cancer, don’t be alarmed—it doesn’t. What it does do is save a deeply decayed tooth that might otherwise be Read more -
3 Things You Need to Know Before Getting a Crown Restoration
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.
You may think all crowns are alike—but there can be a world of difference between one crown and another. Getting the crown your dentist recommends and one that's satisfactory Read more -
Eating the Right Carbs Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.
As with most Western countries, we in the U.S. love our carbs. While fats and proteins make an appearance in our diets, many of us go full-tilt on sugars, Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read more -
These Popular Drinks Could Put Your Enamel in Danger of Erosion
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.
Tooth enamel, to play on a phrase from Shakespeare, is made of “sterner stuff.” The strongest substance in the body, enamel can take years of biting and chewing and Read more -
3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.
Your baby is turning one year old—and it's time for their first dental visit! Both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend your child Read more -
Make Your Baby as Comfortable as Possible During Teething
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.
Your sweet, good-natured baby has seemingly gone from zero to grumpy overnight. The reason is simple: They’re teething. Teething is a natural process in which a baby’s first teeth (primary Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
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 Digital Revolution Is Transforming Implant Therapy
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.
Compared to other dental restorations—a few of which have been around for over a century—implants are a relatively recent development. But even though it's just now entering its fourth Read more -
Dental Sealants Give Children an Added Boost Against Tooth Decay
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
Although adults are more prone to dental disease, children aren't immune from one particular infection, tooth decay. Some children, in fact, are at higher risk for an aggressive form Read more