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4 Common Causes for Gum Recession
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 13, 2020
Your gums play an important role in dental function and health. Not only do they help anchor teeth in the jaw, the gums also protect tooth roots from disease.
But
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3 Things You Can Do to Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 03, 2020
As a parent, you’re all about helping your kids grow up healthy. But there are some obstacles that can make that difficult. One in particular is tooth decay, which
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A Root Canal Treatment Will Improve Your Health, Not Harm It
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 24, 2019
If you’ve ever read online that root canal therapy causes cancer, don’t be alarmed—it doesn’t. What it does do is save a deeply decayed tooth that might otherwise be
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Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 14, 2019
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source
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You May Need Orthodontics Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 04, 2019
Sometimes you need only a single solution to improve your smile: teeth whitening to brighten stained teeth; porcelain veneers or crowns to mask dental flaws; or a life-like dental
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This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 24, 2019
There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent
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Make Your Baby as Comfortable as Possible During Teething
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 14, 2019
Your sweet, good-natured baby has seemingly gone from zero to grumpy overnight. The reason is simple: They’re teething.
Teething is a natural process in which a baby’s first teeth (primary
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Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 04, 2019
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua
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Wearing a Retainer Will Protect Your New Smile After Braces
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 25, 2019
After living with braces for a couple of years, the “big reveal” finally happens and you see your new smile for the first time. But then you’re told you
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Topical Fluoride Offers a Protective Boost to Children at High Risk for Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 15, 2019
You're doing all the right things helping your child avoid tooth decay: daily brushing and flossing, regular dental visits and a low-sugar diet. But although occurrences are low, they're
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Vitamins Can Help Keep Your Oral Health in Top Shape
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 05, 2019
Vitamins play a key role in your body’s health, including your teeth and gums. A vitamin-deficient diet is an invitation to all sorts of disease.
But what are vitamins? Although
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A Royal Fix
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 25, 2019
So you’re tearing up the dance floor at a friend’s wedding, when all of a sudden one of your pals lands an accidental blow to your face — chipping
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3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 15, 2019
Your baby is turning one year old—and it's time for their first dental visit! Both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend your child
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You May Need an Endodontist for a Tooth With Interior Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 05, 2019
You depend on your family dentist for most of your oral care. There are some situations, though, that are best handled by a specialist. If you or a family
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3 Ways to Correct Missing Front Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 26, 2019
Roughly 75% of American adults are missing at least one tooth, mostly from disease, trauma or extraction for other dental reasons. A few missing teeth, though, never erupted in
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J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 16, 2019
Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave
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