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Your Sinus Infection Might be a Sign of a Tooth Problem
posted: May 08, 2019.
Each year thousands of people develop sinus infections from various causes. But there's one cause for sinusitis that might surprise you—tooth decay. Tooth decay begins when the acid produced by Read more -
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
posted: Apr. 28, 2019.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Read more -
Gum Disease Could be Affecting More Than Just Your Mouth
posted: Apr. 18, 2019.
Periodontal (gum) disease can weaken gum attachment and cause bone deterioration that eventually leads to tooth loss. But its detrimental effects can also extend beyond the mouth and worsen Read more -
Signs that You May Need Root Canal Treatment
posted: Apr. 10, 2019.
Dealing with a toothache? It’s time to see our Fort Lauderdale, FL, dentist right away. It’s important to understand when there are problems with your smile that require immediate care. Read more -
E-Cigs Could be Just as Hazardous for Your Teeth and Gums as Cigarettes
posted: Apr. 08, 2019.
More than 20 million people in the United States use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs as an alternative to tobacco smoking. While many users believe "vaping" is a healthier alternative Read more -
Beat Dental Plaque While Wearing Braces with These Tools and Tips
posted: Mar. 29, 2019.
Wearing braces will probably never make your list of Most Pleasurable Life Experiences: you'll have to avoid certain foods and habits, endure some occasional discomfort, and perhaps feel some Read more -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Mar. 19, 2019.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read more -
A Traditional Bridge Might be the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth
posted: Mar. 09, 2019.
We can do a great many things to preserve diseased teeth, from filling cavities to crowning damaged but still viable teeth to protect them and restore their attractiveness. But Read more -
You May Need Your Dentist's Help Easing the Pain of Severe Canker Sores
posted: Feb. 27, 2019.
Canker sores, known medically as aphthous ulcers, are fairly common among people. Lasting for about a week or so, these mouth sores are usually more irritating than painful. But Read more -
National Children's Dental Health Month Highlights Importance of Baby Teeth
posted: Feb. 17, 2019.
We all know that a child's baby teeth don't last forever. So if those little teeth develop problems, like severe decay, chips or cracks, it doesn't much matter—right? Wrong! Read more -
Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
posted: Feb. 07, 2019.
Some people are lucky — they never seem to have a mishap, dental or otherwise. But for the rest of us, accidents just happen sometimes. Take actor Jamie Foxx, Read more -
How Dental Implants Can Improve Your Smile
posted: Feb. 01, 2019.
Tooth loss is more than a cosmetic problem. If you are living with some degree of tooth loss, you are not alone. According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Read more -
Less-Invasive Pulp Capping Could Save Your Tooth
posted: Jan. 28, 2019.
There’s one sure thing about tooth decay: you can’t ignore it. In fact, the best outcomes result from finding it early and treating it before it enters the pulp Read more -
'Get Rid' of Those Unattractive Teeth with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jan. 18, 2019.
Those unattractive teeth you see in the mirror are what are standing between you and a truly beautiful smile. If only you could make them go away. In a way, Read more -
Stay Hydrated in Winter for Better Year-Round Oral Hygiene
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.
Whether you live in the snow belt or the sunny south, the winter season often means a change in the weather. In many places, the sun isn't as strong Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Dec. 29, 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