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Gum Disease and CKD

If you have periodontal disease you may want to also ...

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Jan 20
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COVID-19 Update

With the COVID-19 coronavirus still ravaging its way through California, ...

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Jan 20
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Do You Need Oral Health Vitamins?

Vitamins. We take them for many reasons. To boost our ...

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Jan 20
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Smoking Could Worsen TMJ Dysfunction

Smoking cigarettes is one of the single worst things you ...

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Jan 20
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Smart Device May Someday Monitor Sleep

For some of us, it’s easy to know if we ...

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Jan 20
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Why Sugar Hurts

It’s safe to say that most of us enjoy a ...

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Jan 20
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Things to Avoid Chewing

If we’re being honest with ourselves, we all know what ...

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Jan 20
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Don’t Trust Viral Videos With Dental Information

If you’re considering full-mouth reconstruction or a smile makeover, it’s ...

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Jan 20
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Can You Heal A Cavity?

Cavities are one of the most common illnesses in the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Dec 15
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Periodontal Disease Could Cause Metabolic Syndrome

If you have a diagnosis of periodontal disease, you likely ...

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Dec 15
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More Dental Mysteries Solved

Life is full of mysteries. UFOs, the Bermuda Triangle- who ...

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Dec 15
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Getting Employees to Use Dental Benefits

It’s that time of year again: open enrollment for most ...

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Dec 15
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All About Gingival Embrasures

What do you see when you look at your smile ...

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Dec 15
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Oral Health and Healthy Pregnancy

Pregnancy brings with it many changes to the body, some ...

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Dec 15
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Brushing your Teeth Could Help Stop the Spread of Coronavirus

It’s safe to say that nobody wants to get sick. ...

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Dec 15
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Designer Toothpaste Sales Increasing During Pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live our daily ...

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Dec 15
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Are Costly Designer Dental Products Worth the Investment?

It’s kind of fun to feel like we’re part of ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 23
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Why Keeping Dental Insurance is Important

With many insurance plans entering open enrollment season this November ...

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Nov 23
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Nitrates Can Help Reduce Cavities

Probiotics and prebiotics are growing in popularity as easy ways ...

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Nov 20
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Exercise and Massage May Temporarily Ease TMJ Pain

If you suffer from temporomandibular joint dysfunction, you are likely ...

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Nov 20
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Regular Medical Screenings Can Help Diagnose Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease that affects approximately 13 percent of ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 19
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New Study Delves Deeper Into Oral Health, COVID-19 Connection

You may not already know that our oral health can ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 19
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Is PPE Causing Cavities?

Personal Protective Equipment or PPE has become a way of ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 13
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The Truth About Clear Aligners

It’s safe to say that pretty much everybody wants a ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 13
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Causing Wave of Oral Health Problems

We’ve been hearing for months that the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 30
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Types of Sedation Dentistry

Sometimes we all need a little help getting through tough ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 30
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Surprising Side Effects of TMJ Dysfunction

By now we know that many systems of the body ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 30
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Sugar Sweetened Beverages and Oral Health

Though we may not admit it, most of us enjoy ...

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Oct 30
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New Survey Sees Dental Problems Increasing

It’s no secret that we’re experiencing unprecedented times. With the ...

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Oct 30
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Could COVID-19 Cause TMJ Dysfunction?

Patients recovering from the COVID-19 coronavirus have been reporting many ...

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Oct 29
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Gum Disease Could Worsen Psoriasis

Are you one of the 7.5 million Americans that suffer ...

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Oct 29
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New Guidelines for Cleft Palate and Oral Health Released

Approximately one in every 2,800 babies born each day is ...

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Oct 29
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What’s The Real Cost of Emergency Dentistry in America?

A recent study by Texas A&M University School of Public ...

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Oct 29
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Stress, Coronavirus, And Your Oral Health

COVID-19 has caused a lot of havoc in our daily ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 29
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Cancer and Gum Disease

Taking care of your teeth just got a whole lot ...

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Oct 29
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How Much Toothpaste Should You Use?

We’ve all seen toothpaste commercials where happy, smiling people squeeze ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 29
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Cold and Flu Season and Your Oral Health

With the COVID-19 pandemic seemingly not slowing down in many ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 27
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Hormones and Your Gums

If you’re a woman, you most likely are familiar with ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 23
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Is Soda to Blame for COVID-19?

Mexico’s Health Undersecretary Hugo López-Gatell made headlines recently when he ...

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Oct 20
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Did Your Oral Health Change This Summer

Wondering if the change in seasons changes our oral health ...

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Oct 20
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Back to School Dental Exams for Kindergarteners

It may be summertime now, but soon it will be ...

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Oct 20
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New Survey Reveals Truths About Holiday Oral Health

The holidays are about celebration and often, spending time with ...

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Oct 20
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Dental Cleanings May Protect Your Heart

Clean teeth: they don’t just look good, they feel good, ...

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Oct 20
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Pickling Fluid May Reduce Cavities

A lot of people love pickles. In fact, they love ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Bad Breath and Your Tonsils

If you have persistent bad breath that doesn’t go away ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Oral Bacteria Tougher Than We Thought

It’s pretty safe to say that when we brush our ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Mouthwash Could Help Lower COVID-19 Risk

With COVID-19 commanding headlines across the globe, millions around the ...

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Oct 20
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Patients Resorting to Drastic Oral Health Measures in Quarantine

The global COVID-19 pandemic has left millions of people around ...

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Oct 20
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Another Fish Tale?

Here’s another mystery that could be "reel" or could be ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Asthma May Increase Periodontitis Risk

Asthma is a disease that causes inflammation and the narrowing ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Stroke Risk and Gum Health

As we age, we are likely looking for ways to ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Now Is the Time to Quit Smoking

Smoking is a dangerous habit for an estimated 34.2 million ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Oral Bacteria May Worsen Crohn’s Disease Symptoms

As more and more studies link oral health to overall ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Abscess Signs and Symptoms

With many people enduring long quarantine periods that may be ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Preventing Gum Disease in Type 2 Diabetes Patients

A lot of research has been conducted on the link ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Quitting Smoking Could Increase Cavity Risk

Throughout our lives, we’ve likely been told that when it ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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New Study Highlights Effectiveness of Fluoridated Water

As the debate regarding whether fluoridating water continues, there’s some ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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New Treatment Could Someday Prevent Cavities

No matter how well we clean our teeth and gums, ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Do Masks Cause Cavities?

A California city councilwoman recently made headlines for stating that ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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How to Treat Jaw Pain

Jaw pain is a real pain, isn’t it? It can ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 20
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Did Your Oral Health Change This Summer?

Wondering if the change in seasons changes our oral health ...

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Sep 23
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Is Soda to Blame for COVID-19?

Mexico’s Health Undersecretary Hugo López-Gatell made headlines recently when he ...

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Sep 23
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How We’re Helping Prevent The Spread of Coronavirus

The World Health Organization (WHO) has been instrumental in providing ...

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Sep 16
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Softer Is Better When it Comes to Brushing

When we see a stain on tile grout or caked-on ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 28
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Are Diet Drinks Better for Children?

We already know that sugary drinks are dangerous for the ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 28
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Preventing Mask Breath

Over the past few months we’ve all had to adjust ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 28
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When Is the Time to See a Dentist?

Sometimes it's hard to know when it’s the right time ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 28
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Take Extra Care of Children’s Teeth During Quarantine

With many dental clinics around the world closed due to ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 24
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Improving Oral Health May Improve Athletic Performance

If you’re an athlete, chances are you know the importance ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 24
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More Evidence That Poor Oral Health May Cause Diabetes

Another study has been released connecting poor oral health to ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 24
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Oral Hygiene and Pneumonia

Caring for the oral health and hygiene of seniors in ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jun 24
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Is CBD Safe for Teeth?

It seems you can’t go anywhere in the United States ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 31
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Charcoal Toothpaste Makers Sued

If you keep up on dental trends, you may have ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 31
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Make 'Elephants Toothpaste'!

With many kids still home on quarantine and school about ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 31
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Why Eating Healthy Is Important During Quarantine

With millions of Americans home on quarantine, a lot of ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 31
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Weird Facts About Teeth

Let’s face it: The human body is a weird thing, ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 31
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COVID-19, Quarantine and Mental Health

With so much uncertainty surrounding the global COVID-19 pandemic, it’s ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 31
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Reality Star Claims Jaw Is 'Melting'

If you’ve ever watched reality TV, you’ve probably noticed that ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 27
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Vaping Illness on the Rise

There’s no denying vaping (the smoking of e-cigarettes) is growing ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Study Links Oral Health, Self-Esteem in Children

A recent study by global health and hygiene brand Unilever ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Another Great Reason to Brush Those Teeth

You may have already been aware of all the benefits ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Back-to-School Tools

Fast forward a bit to this August: You’ve got the ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Oral Health Could Affect Psoriasis

You’ve probably already heard that your oral health is just ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Don’t Let Odontophobia Ruin That Smile

A recent article from Harvard Medical School is highlighting exactly ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Does the Mouth Really Heal Faster Than the Rest of the Body?

Most of us are no stranger to mouth injuries. Whether ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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How to Heal a Mouth Burn

For many people, long summer days mean lounging in the ...

Taylor Girardi /
May 21
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Cool Advances in Dental Technology

Technology is all around us, from smartphones to TVs that ...

Taylor Schachter /
Mar 12
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What It Takes to Be a Dentist

Spring is a season of big changes and new beginnings ...

Taylor Schachter /
Mar 12
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What Is Erythroplakia?

The inside of your mouth can be a mysterious place. ...

Taylor Schachter /
Mar 12
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Common-Sense Ways to Reduce the Risk of Coronavirus

With coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading around the globe and grabbing international ...

Taylor Schachter /
Mar 12
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Poor Oral Hygiene Could Worsen Psoriasis Symptoms

An estimated 125 million people around the world have the ...

Taylor Schachter /
Mar 9
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Hard- Versus Soft-Bristled Toothbrushes

If you’ve heard any talk about toothbrush bristles, you may ...

Taylor Schachter /
Feb 28
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A Surprising Link to Oral Hygiene

For some, colorectal health isn’t something they really want to ...

Taylor Schachter /
Feb 11
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Patients with ASD May Suffer from Poor Oral Hygiene

Chances are we’ve all heard of autism spectrum disorder, or ...

Taylor Schachter /
Feb 11
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What Are Craze Lines?

Our teeth go through a lot of stress in their ...

Taylor Schachter /
Feb 11
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Do you really need a dental extraction?

There are several reasons due to which your dentist decides ...

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Jan 16
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The Dangers of Salt and Baking Soda for Teeth Whitening

A recent report by CNN has highlighted the dangers of ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jan 14
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New Year, New Life

Happy new year! The new year is always a time ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jan 14
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Safe Fluoride Alternatives

Fluoride. It’s one of those topics seemingly everyone has an ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jan 14
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Teeth May Hold the Key to Childhood Trauma

A new study by Massachusetts General Hospital, the Forsyth Institute ...

Taylor Schachter /
Jan 14
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Implant Dentistry

Numerous people are worried about getting dental implants. Through dental ...

Taylor Schachter /
Dec 24
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Teeth Could Someday Benefit Breast Cancer Patients

Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent health crises ...

Taylor Schachter /
Dec 17
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Are Our Teeth Getting Worse?

A recent study conducted at Queen Mary University in London ...

Taylor Schachter /
Dec 17
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Five Weird Facts About Teeth

Let’s face it: Teeth are weird things! Made of the ...

Taylor Schachter /
Dec 17
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Is That E-Cigarette Really Better?

Making changes to your lifestyle for the sake of your ...

Taylor Schachter /
Dec 17
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Robots in Dentistry

For decades, science fiction movies and television shows have theorized ...

Taylor Schachter /
Nov 20
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Worthwhile Causes for Oral Health

With the final month of the year approaching and both ...

Taylor Schachter /
Nov 20
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Fun Facts About the Tongue

It keeps dogs cool, it cleans your teeth, and it ...

Taylor Schachter /
Nov 20
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A Program Worth Smiling About

For the estimated 17,000 children in New York City’s foster ...

Taylor Schachter /
Nov 20
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Caring For Dental Implants

Dental implants are a method of restoring missing or damaged ...

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Nov 19
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The Dangers of Tourism Dentistry

Let’s face it: Medical care can be expensive in America, ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 22
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Oral Health Can Change Lives

Excellent oral health can have a lot of positive benefits ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 22
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Study Links Periodontal Disease to Cardiovascular Health

A recent study by researchers at the Imam Muhammad Ibn ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 22
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Vulnerable Communities at Increased Dental Risk

With the tail end of the baby boomer generation nearing ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 22
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Oral Appliance Therapy

Oral appliance therapy is a treatment that is devised for ...

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Oct 18
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The Best and Worst Halloween Treats for Smiles

Did someone say "trick or treat?" It’s Halloween again, a ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 14
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Fall Sports and Young Athletes’ Teeth

With school back in full swing and fall sports starting ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 8
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October Is Dental Hygiene Month

Around here, every month is dental hygiene month! But here ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 8
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Oral Health and Children's Sleep Patterns

According to pediatricians, depending on age, children should get a ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 8
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Which All-Natural Dental Products Are Best?

Between our polluted waterways, global warming and the rise of ...

Taylor Schachter /
Oct 8
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Full Mouth Reconstruction

What is Full mouth rehabilitation?A full mouth rehabilitation could perhaps ...

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Sep 17
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New Study Examines Nature vs. Nurture in Cavities

A new study aimed at determining whether teeth are more ...

Aesthetic Dentistry /
Jul 4
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Back-to-School Oral Health Packing List

Believe it or not, fall is right around the corner ...

Aesthetic Dentistry /
Jul 3
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Poor Oral Health Tied to Liver Cancer

A new study conducted by researchers at Queens University Belfast ...

Aesthetic Dentistry /
Jul 2
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Why Wearing Prescribed Retainers Is So Important

Retainers. Love them or hate them, they serve an important ...

Aesthetic Dentistry /
Jun 20
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Two More Great Reasons to Maintain Oral Health

It seems like not a day goes by that you ...

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May 27
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Why Do We Get Canker Sores?

Ouch! If you are like most people, you get canker ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
May 27
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Wisdom About Wisdom Teeth Removal

Getting your wisdom teeth is a memorable right of passage ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
May 22
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Help! My Braces ...

In life, as they say, accidents happen - and that’s ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
May 22
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Hydrogen Peroxide Whitening Could Harm Teeth

A recent study on the effects of hydrogen peroxide on ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Apr 29
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What Is Black Hairy Tongue?

A recent article in the New England Journal of Medicine ...

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Apr 29
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What a Pain: Oral Shingles

An estimated one in three American adults will develop the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Apr 22
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X Marks the Spot

One of the hallmarks of most dental exams is the ...

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Apr 21
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Pregnancy and Oral Health

If you are pregnant, first of all, congratulations! Pregnancy obviously ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Apr 2
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How Stress Harms Teeth

It’s no myth that stress can manifest itself into physical ...

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Apr 2
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April Is National Facial Protection Month

If you or a loved one are part of the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 22
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What Are Overdentures?

If you are missing teeth and are not a good ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 22
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Tips for Healthier Gums

When it comes to oral health, it’s no secret that ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 4
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Addicted to Sugar?

With so many addictions making headlines across the country and ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 4
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Social Media Causes Tooth-Loss Controversy

Social media has taken quite a place in our daily ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Feb 26
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How to Care for Clear Aligners

Congratulations on your new aligners or clear retainer! You are ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Feb 26
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Protect Your Lips this Winter

With the winter temperature changes drying out our skin, getting ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Feb 6
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Developmental Disabilities and Oral Health

It is estimated that roughly 50 million Americans have some ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Feb 6
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What’s All the Chatter About Chattering Teeth?

Maybe not here in San Diego, but elsewhere in the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 28
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Coffee: Good or Bad for Teeth?

You’ve seen the memes, you’ve likely heard the one-liners. For ...

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Jan 28
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Don’t Hide From the Sun This Winter

The winter is here, and with it the cooler weather. ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 4
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What Is Demineralization - and How Can It Be Fixed?

You may have seen them before – those telltale white ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 4
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New Bill Could Broaden Dental Care

When the 115th Congress introduced H.R2422 to the lexicon, they ...

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Dec 31
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How to Handle Dental Faux Pas

It’s a scenario we’ve probably all encountered at least once ...

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Apr 20
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Don’t Wait Too Long to Start Children’s Orthodontic Treatment

A question many parents ask when they bring their child ...

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Apr 17
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What’s the Difference Between These Dental Professionals?

You may have noticed that some dentists have different letters ...

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Apr 11
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Dental Safety Gear Explained

If you’ve ever set foot inside a dental practice, chances ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 28
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How Much Pain Is Normal with New Braces?

Braces are one of those necessary evils that nobody particularly ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 22
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Drinking for Better Teeth?

With spring here and everyone heading back outside to enjoy ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 22
0

Bacteria Gum Could Help Improve Oral Health

Streptococcus salivarius. It sounds like a bad guy from a ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 19
0

Love Red Wine? Here’s One More Reason to Raise a Glass

If you follow health news, chances are you’ve probably already ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 15
0

Common Questions About Dental Implants

Whether you are already missing teeth or you are facing ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 14
0

Adults and Braces

Be honest: When you think about wearing braces, what’s the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Mar 12
0

How to Cut Costs at the Dentist

The new year is in full swing, bringing with it ...

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Mar 2
0

Budget Shortfalls Lead to Drastic Care Cuts in Scotland

When reports surfaced earlier this year that the United Kingdom’s ...

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Feb 21
0

Could New App Help Patients Get After-Hours Dental Services?

According to a recent report by Daniel Wesley at CreditLoan.com, ...

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Feb 20
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What Is the Tide Pods Challenge?

According to the Alexandria, Virginia-based American Association of Poison Control ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Feb 15
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Protect Teeth During Spring Travel

Dental emergencies. Chances are, we’ve all had one, or will ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 31
0

Don’t Be Caught Off Guard By Common Oral Infections

If you develop an oral sore seemingly out of nowhere, ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 17
0

Forensic Scientists Find Links Between Teeth, Environment

Many things get stuck in our teeth - caramel, popcorn, ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 15
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Denti-Cal to Expand in 2018

For 13.5 million lower-income Californians, the Medi-Cal medical insurance program ...

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Jan 13
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Don’t Be Afraid to Floss

There’s no topic discussed at a dental exam that seems ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Jan 5
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To Keep or Not to Keep: Wisdom Teeth

If your child has a mouthful of healthy teeth, it ...

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Jan 4
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These Vitamins Can Help Oral Health

A trip down the vitamin aisle at your local pharmacy ...

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Dec 20
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Smile Insecurities Affect Career Aspirations, Study Says

A recent study by the American Dental Association has revealed ...

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Dec 18
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Reduce Sensitivity After Whitening Teeth

When you come in to the dentist's office for a ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Dec 6
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Can This Four-Hour Deep Cleaning Cure Gum Disease?

British soap opera star Samantha Womack recently made headlines for ...

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Nov 28
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Root Canals May Soon Be Enhanced With Nanodiamonds

Root canals are one of the most feared procedures a ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 17
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All About Adult Braces

Whether we like it or not, our smile and the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 15
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Traveling for Work? Don’t Skip the Oral Health Routine

With an estimated 488 million business trips taken each year, ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Nov 8
0

Tips for Choosing the Ideal Toothbrush

It’s one of the most commonly asked questions in dental ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 24
0

Asthma Sufferers Could Be at Higher Risk of Gum Disease

The Centers for Disease Control estimates that one in 12 ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 16
0

What’s That Spot?

Picture it: You wake up in the morning and open ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Oct 11
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Dental Sealants: Protecting Children’s Teeth From Decay

It’s no secret that parents worry about their children, and ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Sep 27
0

Are Dental X-Rays Safe?

Dental X-rays are both a useful source of oral health ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Sep 14
0

Laser Treatment May Soon Replace Painful Gum Procedures

For patients with damaged or diseased gum tissue caused by ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Sep 13
0

When Should Babies Say Bye-Bye to Bottles?

Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, it’s ...

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Sep 11
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What’s in a Tooth?

Teeth. From the outside, they probably don’t look like they’re ...

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Aug 30
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Reasons Your Crown May Have Broken

Dental crowns are deluxe fillings that cover the entire tooth ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Aug 16
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Laughter Is the Best Medicine: How Nitrous Oxide Helps Us Relax at the Dentist

It is estimated that 75 percent of Americans have some ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Aug 12
0

Permanent Birth Control Device Blamed for Tooth Loss

For women around the world who have made the decision ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Aug 9
0

Four Ways to Make Your Teeth Look Whiter Instantly

Whiter teeth. Everyone wants them, but not everyone has the ...

AESTHETIC DENTISTRY /
Aug 4
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Quality is Something to Care About

Sometimes it can be hard to tell the quality of ...

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Quality is Key

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EPA’s ‘Dental Rule’ Will Possibly Reduce Over 5 Tons of Mercury Waste

The Environmental Protection Agency is working to minimize and maybe ...

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Dentists Can Help Patients Identify Symptoms of Lyme Disease

There are approximately 30,000 cases of Lyme disease reported a ...

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Sedation Dentistry Calms Fears

Psychology researchers from West Virginia University have found that anxiety ...

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Sleep Apnea During Pregnancy

Researchers at Brown University have determined that women who have ...

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A Visit to the Dentist Could Help Rheumatoid Arthritis Sufferers

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, painful, inflammatory disease that affects ...

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Break the Bruxism Habit Today

In the dental world, teeth grinding is actually called bruxism. ...

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Can Chewing Gum Prevent Cavities?

People chew gum for a variety of reasons. Some do ...

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Does it Matter How Much Sugar Was in That Unicorn-Themed Drink?

It was hard to miss the impact Starbucks’ limited-time Unicorn ...

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Don't Do-It-Yourself When It Comes to Dentistry

The evolution of the internet has been an amazing thing ...

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What's Keeping Americans From Going to the Dentist?

It’s hard to find a loving, kind example of a ...

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May 6
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The Most Important Spring Cleaning in Your Routine

Around March and April each year, people around the nation ...

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May 1
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A Dental Implant That Protects Teeth From the Inside

Three million adults in the United States have dental implants ...

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Cancer Treatment and Oral Health

One of the things that often gets overlooked during or ...

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Apr 18
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Solutions for Dental Anxiety

It’s safe to say that few people look forward coming ...

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Apr 3
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Protecting the Teeth of America's Youth

The state of children’s oral health in the United States ...

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The Link Between Teeth and the Taj Mahal

Researchers at Princeton University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering ...

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Mar 7
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Outdated and Potentially Harmful Dental Practices

It can be hard to keep up with emerging technologies ...

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Mar 6
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Stress and Jaw Pain

April has been National Stress Awareness Month for twenty-five years. ...

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What’s Causing Your Tooth Sensitivity?

There are few things more frustrating than having to skip ...

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Feb 22
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Implant Technology

One of the many things that sets Dr. Abelar apart ...

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Feb 21
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5 Quick Tips to Improve Your Child’s Dental Routine

As children get older and start to take control of ...

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Feb 6
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10 Fun Facts About Animal Teeth

It’s no secret that kids love animals. Most adults do, ...

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Jan 23
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A Vaccine for Gum Disease

Gum Disease, also called periodontitis, occurs when bacteria builds up ...

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Jan 16
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Dollar Store Dentistry

One of Dr. Abelar’s favorite stories is about a $5.00 ...

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Jan 10
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Hope for Dental Phobias Sufferers

According to WebMD, up to 20 percent of Americans report ...

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Jan 3
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Why Aren’t My Teeth White?

It’s hard to ignore how you feel about your teeth ...

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Dec 28
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If You Love Root Beer, You're In Luck!

According to a new study, root beer is the least ...

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Dec 7
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Social Anxiety and Teeth Grinding

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in ...

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Dec 2
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7 Causes of Tooth Loss

More than 175 million American are missing at least one ...

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Dec 1
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The Value of Your Smile

The "Priceless" MasterCard commercials from the late 90s remain one ...

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Nov 30
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Top 4 Things You Shouldn’t Go Cheap On

In a world dominated by companies shouting out loud or ...

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Nov 20
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For Many, a White Christmas Starts in Their Mouth

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last ...

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Nov 20
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Childhood Dental Care

Comprehensive oral care at an early age is no longer ...

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Nov 16
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The Gift of a Smile

Every holiday season hours are spent searching for the right ...

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Comprehensive Care from an Early Age

Bringing your child to the dentist by their first birthday ...

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Nov 2
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The Hidden History of the Tooth Fairy

When children are little, they expect adults to be experts ...

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Oct 19
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Not All Crowns Are Created Equally

A crown strengthens an existing tooth or implant and improves ...

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Oct 17
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Sleep Apnea is Not a Man’s Disease

A study at the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that 93% ...

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Oct 15
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The Opportunities of a Smile

A study released by Princeton psychologists has determined that after ...

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Sep 21
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A Test for Chronic Migraines Most Don't Even Consider

Do you suffer from chronic and persistent migraines or ear, ...

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Sep 20
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Helping Children with Dental Anxiety

For many parents, taking their child to the dentist can ...

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Sep 16
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High Tech Advances at a Dental Office Near You

Rapid advances in technology are setting apart the dentists of ...

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Sep 7
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The Roots of Dental Phobia

Roughly 5-8 % of Americans avoid getting dental care entirely, ...

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Aug 25
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Does Oil Pulling Whiten Teeth and Eliminate Oral Bacteria?

Recent headlines about the Ayurvedic practice of oil pulling has ...

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Aug 24
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The Value of Cosmetic Dentistry

As we watched the Rio Olympics it was hard not ...

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Aug 22
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Is Flossing for Fools?

It’s been popping up in your newsfeed. You may have ...

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Aug 10
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Homemade Toothpaste: Should it be used?

As we discover more and more negative consequences of chemicals ...

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Jul 13
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Don’t Do it On the Cheap and Pay Later

In today’s socioeconomic climate, everyone wants things immediately, cheaply, and ...

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Jun 16
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Causes of Gum-Line Recession

Receding gums are a condition that many dental patients face, ...

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Jun 10
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Think Before You Drink: The Worst Soft Drinks for Your Teeth

Soft drinks and other sugary energy drinks account for a ...

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May 27
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Feeling Sleepy? It's More than just Being Tired.

There are so many reasons it’s important to have a ...

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May 18
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Rehab that Gets You Looking Fab

When a building isn’t properly maintained and goes into distress ...

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May 1
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Why Neuromuscular Dentistry?

Traditional dentistry deals specifically with oral problems affecting the teeth ...

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Mar 31
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US Supreme Court Declines to Comment on Non-Dentist Provided Teeth Whitening Services

On February 29, the United States Supreme Court officially declined ...

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Mar 22
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The Top 10 Reasons to Get Porcelain Veneers

Between bondings, white fillings, veneers, braces and crowns there are ...

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Mar 6
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The 3 Types of Teeth Discoloration

Teeth whitening is by far the most popular cosmetic dental ...

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Feb 16
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Laser Treatment for Gum Disease

In the past, deep tissue infection of the gums required ...

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Feb 2
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Why You Should Invest in Dental Implants vs. Dentures

As you weigh your options for replacing lost teeth, price ...

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Are TMJ Dysfunctions Making You See Stars?

Most people are not highly aware of how common Temporal ...

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Dec 30
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Dentalphobia can lead to serious oral health problems.

Sometimes an experience at the dentist as a child can ...

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Periodontal Health

When people think of dental work, most think about teeth. ...

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Sep 10
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Overcome Fear with Sedation Dentistry

Many people fear the dentist and as a result skip ...

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Sep 10
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Are your gum pockets at a healthy measurement?

In recent years, medical and dental professionals have placed more ...

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Sep 10
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Why Cosmetic Dentistry

Harvard Psychologist Amy Cuddy recently released a book titled Presence, ...

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Sep 10
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Neuromuscular Dentistry Treatment for TMJ

There are many ways in which the mouth and body ...

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Benefits of Dental Implants Over Dentures

There are several options for patients with missing teeth. Each ...

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Mouth-Body Health Connection

If you get a cut on your skin what do ...

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Jul 15
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Why My Dental Office is Scented

Considering how many bodily functions depend on the mouth, it ...

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Art of Cosmetic Dentistry

Since I was a kid I’ve had an appreciation for ...

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May 12
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"We fix $5 haircuts."

There's an old marketing story about a barber shop in ...

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When a Tooth is Chipped

A chipped tooth can feel like “No Man’s Land.” It’s ...

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Importance of Dental Hygiene

Keeping your regular dental hygiene appointments can be one of ...

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Why didn’t I do this sooner?

The most gratifying things about treating a patient’s TMJ is ...

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Columbia Research Scientists Discover Cell Activity Link Between Sleep Apnea and Cardiovascular Disease

Last week researchers at Columbia University released information from a ...

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White, Bright Teeth

Cosmetic dentistry can fix a lot of issues my patients ...

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Types of Sleep Apnea

Most people do not know the difference between the kinds ...

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Importance of Brushing Your Gums

There is an important reason dentists and dental health care ...

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Why an implant?

When patients need to replace a tooth or teeth, I ...

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A Beautiful Smile

The other day, I was thinking back to the days ...

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Why Snoring is Dangerous

Despite the fact that sleep apnea is a major stressor ...

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Could Robots Replace Dentists?

For some patients in the United States, getting to a ...

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Sep 10
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New Stem Cell Treatment May Regrow Teeth

If you’ve ever lost an adult tooth, you already know ...

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