Have you stepped inside a dentist’s office lately? What you find might surprise you. It’s not just the flat screen televisions in the waiting room and above the chair (though they are perks you can now find in many practices). Serious advances have made examinations and treatments more accurate, efficient and less painful than what you may recall.
What’s New: Dental Advances You’ll Appreciate
Bye-Bye, Buck Teeth! How to Overcome an Overbite
7 Dental Hacks to Protect Your Child’s Smile
Parent’s Cheat Sheet: 5 Steps to Solving the Sweets Problem
Birthday celebrations, holidays, and countless school or extracurricular activities in between children’s social calendars can seem like endless fun, until you realize they can also translate into a non-stop, cavity-inducing sugar high. This doesn’t necessarily mean, however, that your child is destined for a long list of dental problems. Use this dental cheat sheet when a special occasion arises to keep his or her smile cavity-free.
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How to Recognize and Prevent Gum Disease
Gum disease affects approximately half of all Americans. While that’s a startling statistic, what’s more notable is that most cases are preventable. The good news is that preventative care is simple and, by taking care of your smile daily, you can ensure you don’t become part of the statistic above.
The Dirt on “Dragon Breath” And How to Slay It for Good
Gum Removal: Going to Great Lengths for Your Smile
Unless you were blessed with a perfect smile, something’s usually got to give in order to improve it…even your gums! Dentists call it “crown lengthening”, but if you’re worried this means you’ll walk away with receded gums, it’s not what you think. In certain cases, less gums are actually a GOOD thing – and if your dentist has confirmed you are a candidate for such a procedure, here’s why.
The Buzz on Braces for Adults: 5 Things You Should Know
Mystery Solved: The Story on Canker Sores
Canker sores are quite literally a sensitive issue, but someone has to talk about it! What are canker sores (or “stomatitis”), why do they appear, and what can be done about them? Anyone who’s ever had mouth sores can attest to the fact that they are just as embarrassing as they are painful, but simply suffering through them does you no good. Get the facts on this common problem to take control of the situation before another outbreak.
Baby Teeth and Bad Hygiene: What’s There to Lose?
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