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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics.This summer she Read more -
Head Off a Crossbite at the Pass With This Orthodontic Appliance
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
At what age should you begin treating a poor bite? Many might say with braces around late childhood or early adolescence. But some bite problems could be addressed earlier—with the Read more -
We'll Help You Maintain Your Oral Health After Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 28, 2021.
It’s been a long road back to oral health for you after periodontal (gum) disease. But after several plaque removal sessions and perhaps even surgical procedures to address deep infection, Read more -
New Studies Show: Sealants Could Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
posted: Aug. 18, 2021.
Your child could hit a speed bump on their road to dental maturity—tooth decay. In fact, children are susceptible to an aggressive form of decay known as Early Childhood Caries Read more -
Unlike Brad Pitt, You Didn't Mean To Chip Your Tooth. We Can Still Fix It
posted: Aug. 08, 2021.
It's not unusual for serious actors to go above and beyond for their roles. They gain weight (or lose it, like Matthew McConaughey for True Detective). They grow hair—or they Read more -
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
posted: Jul. 29, 2021.
Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't want Read more -
Don't Allow Your Age to Stop You from a New Smile with Orthodontics
posted: Jul. 19, 2021.
Think you’re too old to have your teeth straightened? In reality, healthy teeth can be moved at any age to better positions. For the many adults who have some form Read more -
A Mouthguard for NBA Star Isaiah Thomas
posted: Jul. 09, 2021.
Even after losing a tooth in an on-court collision with an opposing player, Isaiah Thomas didn’t slow down. The Boston Celtics point guard completed the play…and the rest of the Read more -
Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
When Entertainment Tonight host Nancy O’Dell set out to teach her young daughter Ashby how to brush her teeth, she knew the surest path to success would be to make Read more -
Change Your Smile for the Better with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jun. 19, 2021.
Are you tired of those stained, chipped, slightly crooked or—in a word—unattractive teeth? We have an effective solution for you: cover them with life-like porcelain veneers.As the name implies, a Read more -
These Popular Drinks Could Put Your Enamel in Danger of Erosion
posted: Jun. 09, 2021.
Tooth enamel, to play on a phrase from Shakespeare, is made of “sterner stuff.” The strongest substance in the body, enamel can take years of biting and chewing and keep Read more -
3 Surprising Sugar Sources Your Baby Might be Consuming
posted: May 30, 2021.
Tooth decay is an ever present danger for your baby’s developing teeth. It begins with disease-causing bacteria feasting on leftover sugar, producing high levels of oral acid that slowly dissolves Read more -
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: May 20, 2021.
Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs the Read more -
Early Orthodontic Treatment Could Lessen Severity of Certain Bite Problems
posted: May 10, 2021.
You’ve been concerned for some time about your child’s bite, so you’ve visited an orthodontist for an evaluation. Even though your child is quite young and still with primary teeth, Read more -
Here's Why Gum Disease Could Be Lurking in Your Mouth Even Now
posted: Apr. 30, 2021.
If you think periodontal (gum) disease is something that only happens to the other guy (or gal), you might want to reconsider. Roughly half of adults over age 30—and nearly Read more -
Make Sure Your Dentist Knows You're Taking Daily Aspirin
posted: Apr. 20, 2021.
Aspirin has been a popular pain reliever and fever reducer for over a century. Its effect on the clotting mechanism of blood, however, has led to its widespread and often Read more
