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There's New Hope for a Better Understanding of Chronic Jaw Pain
updated: Sep. 19, 2020
Chronic jaw pain and limited jaw mobility are two common symptoms of a group of conditions known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD or TMD). Several effective treatments have developed Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Erosion and Other Problems may be Signs of Bulimia
updated: Aug. 30, 2020
The mouth isn’t an island unto itself — problems there may be indicative of deeper physical or emotional issues. Â The condition of a family member’s teeth and gums, for Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
updated: Aug. 20, 2020
Your tooth enamel’s main nemesis is oral acid: normally produced by bacteria, foods or beverages, acid can dissolve enamel’s mineral content and cause erosion and decay. But acid might Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Dental Health Areas That Deserve Attention Before Getting Back to School
updated: Aug. 10, 2020
The final quarter of the 2019-2020 academic year was like no other in modern history. Because of COVID-19, U.S. schools and colleges lay dormant as millions of students carried Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Take Care of Your Dental Appliance to Extend its Longevity
updated: Jul. 11, 2020
What do dentures, retainers and nightguards have in common? Along with orthodontic aligners and athletic mouthguards, they’re all types of removable dental appliances. They also share another commonality: each Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Exciting New Discovery Could Help in the Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance
updated: Jul. 01, 2020
Like the rest of healthcare, antibiotics have transformed dentistry. Advanced oral infections that once eluded successful treatment are routinely stopped with the use of these “wonder drugs.” But their Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
updated: Jun. 11, 2020
Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Diet and Lifestyle Changes Could Lower Your Risk of Oral Cancer
updated: Jun. 01, 2020
Oral cancer is one of the more dangerous malignancies people face. But there are ways you can reduce your risk of this deadly disease through changes in lifestyle habits Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tobacco: One Baseball Tradition We Can Do Without
updated: May 22, 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: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
updated: May 12, 2020
Singer and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
3 Surprising Things You Should Be Doing to Improve Your Dental Health
updated: May 02, 2020
You already know the basics for healthy and attractive teeth and gums: brush and floss every day; and have your teeth cleaned and checked by a dentist every six Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
updated: Apr. 02, 2020
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 moreCategory: Oral Health -
OTC Pain Relievers Usually Enough to Relieve Post-Procedure Mouth Discomfort
updated: Mar. 23, 2020
Because the mouth is one of the most sensitive areas of the body, we go to great lengths to eliminate pain and discomfort associated with dental work. Anesthesia, both Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Supposed Health Dangers in Dental Care That Aren't Dangerous
updated: Mar. 03, 2020
Holistic medicine aims to provide healthcare for the “whole” person. While it's a worthy approach, the term has also been used to advance ideas, including in dentistry, at odds Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Improve Your Brushing and Flossing Techniques for a Healthier Mouth
updated: Feb. 02, 2020
Five minutes a day: That’s all it takes to do something that could change your life. It may not seem like a lot of time, but it’s one of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
No Matter When the New Decade Begins, Be Sure You're Partnered With Us for Your Dental Care
updated: Jan. 23, 2020
The 2020s are here, so throw those “new decade” parties! Well, maybe. Some of your party guests might insist the Twenties won't begin until January 1, 2021. For some Read moreCategory: Oral Health