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Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 31, 2020.
As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear
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Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 21, 2020.
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should
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A Little Daily Brushing and Flossing Can Add Up to a Lifetime of Healthy Teeth and Gums
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 11, 2020.
Little things add up. Like your three meals a day, which could total over 87,000 by the time you're eighty. If you average a full night's sleep every night,
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Interceptive Orthodontics: Stopping Poor Bites Before They Develop
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 01, 2020.
Approximately 4 million tweens and teens are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment for a poor bite (malocclusion) that can cost their families thousands of dollars in braces or clear aligners.
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Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 21, 2020.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but
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Wisdom Teeth Bear Close Monitoring for Future Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 11, 2020.
One of the major signs that a young person's dental development is nearing completion is the eruption of the last four permanent teeth: the third molars, located rear-most on
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Getting an Oral Cancer Screening
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 08, 2020.
An oral cancer screening can be performed at your biannual dental check-up. It does not require any special preparation and can detect cancer in the early stages when it is
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How to Avoid 'White Spot' Decay While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 01, 2020.
Straightening your teeth with braces or other orthodontic gear is a positive step toward a healthier and more attractive smile. You'll likely be pleased with your smile when they're
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Call the Dentist Immediately If You Have a Loose Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 22, 2020.
Do you remember when one of your baby teeth began to wiggle? You knew it wouldn't be long before it came out, followed by a little something from the
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Developing A Good Oral Care Routine
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 19, 2020.
We all know that keeping our teeth clean is the way to prevent cavities. However, there are certain techniques that make brushing and flossing more effective, and many people may
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Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 12, 2020.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media
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4 Dental Health Areas That Deserve Attention Before Getting Back to School
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 02, 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
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This Oral Appliance Could Help Solve Your Sleep Apnea Problem
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 23, 2020.
Millions of people have obstructive sleep apnea—and some don’t even realize it. That’s because even though these airway-blocking episodes can occur several times a night, they may only last
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3 Things That Could Help You Avoid Another Round With Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 13, 2020.
While periodontal (gum) disease could ruin your dental health, it doesn’t have to. Dentists and periodontists (specialists in gums and other supporting tooth structures) have effective methods for stopping
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Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 03, 2020.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the
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Instill These Habits in Your Child for a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 23, 2020.
As a parent, you strive to instill good habits in your children: looking both ways for traffic, doing chores or washing behind the ears. Be sure you also include
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