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Don't Stress Over Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit Unless it Persists
updated: Oct. 10, 2018
Along with thumb sucking, childhood teeth grinding is one of the top concerns anxious parents bring to their dentists. It’s so prevalent, though, many providers consider it normal behavior—the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A 4-Step Process for Achieving Your Highest Oral Health Possible
updated: Sep. 30, 2018
You know the basics for a healthy mouth: daily oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. But there are other elements unique to you that also factor into your oral Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Certain Factors May Raise Your Risk and the Intensity of Gum Disease
updated: Sep. 10, 2018
Periodontal (gum) disease is mainly caused by bacterial plaque built up on tooth surfaces due to ineffective oral hygiene. For most cases, treatment that includes plaque and calculus (tartar Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
updated: Aug. 11, 2018
How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Did You Know? February Is National Children's Dental Health Month!
updated: Jun. 21, 2018
Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors a campaign called National Children’s Dental Health Month. The purpose of this operation is to raise awareness about how important it is Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
June Is Men's Health Month
updated: Jun. 11, 2018
Each June, as we celebrate Father’s Day, we get a chance to pay tribute to the important men in our lives. One of the best ways to do that Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
updated: May 22, 2018
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Food for Thought - What to Eat for Optimum Oral Health
updated: Mar. 20, 2018
March is national nutrition month—a good time to look at the connection between diet and oral health. You probably know that sugar is a major culprit in dental problems. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse
updated: Feb. 25, 2018
The red, scaly rash suddenly appearing on your face doesn’t cause you much physical discomfort, but it’s still embarrassing. And to make matters worse treating it as you would Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Things to Give Your Child a Head Start on Good Oral Health
updated: Feb. 10, 2018
From the time they're born, you do everything you can to help your children develop a healthy body. That should include their teeth and gums. It's not over-dramatizing to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Winter Tooth Tips
updated: Feb. 01, 2018
Winter is the time for snowy landscapes, hot cocoa and flannel PJs, but for some 'tis the season for tooth trouble. What can you do to keep your teeth Read moreCategory: Oral Health