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That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about
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If You're Older, be on the Lookout for Root Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
Tooth decay is a destructive oral disease, which along with periodontal (gum) disease is most responsible for tooth loss. And as you age, your disease risk goes up.
One form
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If Appropriate, Antibiotics before Implant Surgery Could Reduce Infection Risk
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.
Millions of microorganisms call your mouth home—and while most are friendly, some are not. An invasive procedure like implant surgery can disrupt the mouth's soft tissues and allow disease-causing
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Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 07, 2019.
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted
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Smoking Could Shorten Your Implants' Longevity
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.
Although costly in the beginning, dental implants often turn out to be the least expensive tooth replacement option. That's because their enviable record for longevity often outpaces dentures or
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3 Things to Watch Out for to Protect Your Oral Appliance
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 17, 2019.
If you're one of the millions of people wearing an oral appliance, you already know how important it is to your dental health. Whatever the purpose—replacing teeth, stopping teeth
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Preserving the Pulp is Priority One with a Newly Erupted Permanent Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 07, 2019.
The change from primary teeth to permanent is an announcement to the world that a boy or girl is "growing up." "Growing up," though, is still not "grown"—the new
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NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 28, 2019.
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is
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Dentures with Implants Could Help You Avoid Bone Loss
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 18, 2019.
Even with modern prevention and treatment advances, losing teeth in later life is still a sad but common part of human experience. Just as generations have before, many today
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Your Teenager's Teeth May Not Be Mature Enough for Veneers
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 08, 2019.
Teenagers and adults alike can improve their smile appearance with dental solutions like teeth whitening or orthodontics. But there are a few cosmetic solutions like porcelain veneers that are
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What You Should do About This Bizarre Drug Side Effect
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 28, 2019.
Drugs play an indispensable role in treating disease. For example, life without antibiotics would be much more precarious—common infections we think nothing of now would suddenly become life-threatening.
But even
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Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 18, 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
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Crown Lengthening Could Help with Treating Hard to Reach Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 08, 2019.
There is a primary principle dentists follow regarding tooth decay—treat it as soon as you find it. Something as simple and routine as filling a cavity could prevent future
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March Is the Time to Evaluate Sleep Problems
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 29, 2019.
The month of March brings the first day of spring, when nature seems to wake up after a restful winter slumber. It also brings Sleep Awareness Week, which leads
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4 Common-Sense Tactics to Lower Tooth Decay Risk Between Dental Visits
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 19, 2019.
If your dentist found tooth decay on your last visit, you might have been surprised. But tooth decay doesn't occur suddenly—it's a process that takes time to unfold.
It begins
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How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 09, 2019.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his
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