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Removing One or More Teeth Could Improve Orthodontic Outcomes
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 03, 2020.
Moving teeth through orthodontics may involve more than simply wearing braces. There are many bite conditions that require extra measures before, during or after traditional orthodontic treatment to improve
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Why it's Worth the Effort to Save a Problem Baby Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 24, 2020.
There are usually two moments when primary (“baby”) teeth generate excitement in your family: when you first notice them in your child’s mouth, and when they come out (and
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Three Reasons why Your Six Year Old Should Undergo an Orthodontic Check
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 14, 2020.
It would seem the best time to turn your attention to orthodontic problems with your child is when their permanent teeth have come in around early puberty. In fact,
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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 04, 2020.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics.
This summer
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Follow the Fast-Food Lead: Cut Back Sodas in Your Child's Diet
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 23, 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
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Tobacco: One Baseball Tradition We Can Do Without
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 13, 2020.
While sports like football, basketball and soccer have exploded in popularity over the last few decades, many Americans still have a soft spot for the granddaddy of them all:
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Is There a Better Way to Manage Pain Without Narcotics?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 03, 2020.
The ongoing opioid addiction epidemic has brought together government, law enforcement and healthcare to find solutions. The focus among doctors and dentists has been on finding ways to reduce
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What You Can Do About Bad Breath (Unless You're a Famous Actress Pranking Your Co-Star)
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2020.
Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence is a highly paid actress, Oscar winner, successful producer and…merry prankster. She's the latter, at least with co-star Liam Hemsworth: It seems Lawrence deliberately ate
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Stop Bite Problems Early With Interceptive Orthodontics
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 14, 2020.
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
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Avoid Permanent Tooth Alteration With No Prep Veneers
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 04, 2020.
Looking for an affordable way to beautify your smile? The answer could be dental veneers, thin wafers of porcelain bonded to the front of teeth to hide stains, chips
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Primary Teeth are Critical to Future Dental Health and Worth Preserving
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 25, 2019.
Ask any kid and they'll tell you just how valuable "baby" teeth really are—out of the mouth, of course, and under their pillow awaiting a transaction with the Tooth
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NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 15, 2019.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was
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New "Behind the Teeth" Braces Could Give You the Advantage of "Invisibility"
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 05, 2019.
Orthodontic braces are a familiar sight, especially among tweens and teens: metal brackets and wires attached to the front of the teeth for all to see. Now imagine the
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Chronic Mouth Breathing Could Create Conditions for a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 25, 2019.
Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you're consciously focused on it—or something's stopping it!
So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are
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Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 15, 2019.
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease.
Gum disease is caused
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Even Celebrities Have Accidents: See What They Do to Restore Their Chipped Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 05, 2019.
Chipped a tooth? Don't beat yourself up—this type of dental injury is quite common. In fact, you probably have a favorite celebrity who has chipped one or more of
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