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Sleep Apnea Might be Robbing you of More than a Good Night's Sleep
posted: Aug. 07, 2018.
Fatigue, a “foggy” mind, and irritability are all signs you’re not getting enough sleep—and neither might your sleeping partner from your continuous snoring. You might have a common form of Read more -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Jul. 28, 2018.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more -
Anchors Make all the Difference in Successful Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Jul. 18, 2018.
Orthodontics shares a principle with the classic tug of war game: if you want things to move in the right direction you need a good anchor. Anchors help braces and Read more -
A Toothless Tiger?
posted: Jul. 08, 2018.
Let’s say you’re traveling to Italy to surprise your girlfriend, who is competing in an alpine ski race… and when you lower the scarf that’s covering your face, you reveal Read more -
You May Need Surgery to Repair the Damage of Gum Recession
posted: Jun. 28, 2018.
Gum recession is an all too common problem for millions of people that if left untreated could lead to tooth and bone loss. But the good news is not only Read more -
Finding the Right Solution for Your Gummy Smile
posted: Jun. 18, 2018.
Even with picture perfect teeth, you may still be unhappy with your appearance. The problem: too much of your upper gums show when you smile.There’s no precise standard for a Read more -
Keep Alert for this Extreme Form of Gingivitis
posted: Jun. 08, 2018.
It takes only a few days of inadequate oral hygiene for bacterial plaque to trigger the periodontal (gum) disease gingivitis. Though sometimes subtle, there are signs to watch for like Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: May 29, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, a Read more -
Replace Teeth for Better Speech
posted: May 19, 2018.
The month of May has been designated “Better Speech & Hearing Month” by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Why would this be of interest to dental professionals? Because teeth are vital Read more -
Bone Loss at the Roots can Put Your Tooth in Danger of Loss
posted: May 09, 2018.
There’s more to teeth than meets the eye. Hidden beneath the visible crown are the tooth’s roots set within the jawbone, secured and protected by the gums from bacteria and Read more -
Antibiotics Could Help Ensure your Implant Surgery is Successful
posted: Apr. 29, 2018.
If you're considering dental implants to replace one or more missing teeth, you'll need to undergo a minor to moderate surgical procedure (depending on the number of implants) to install Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Apr. 19, 2018.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of the Read more -
Protect Your Smile - National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 09, 2018.
Dental injuries result in thousands of visits to the emergency room every year, and many of these injuries occur while engaging in sports and recreational activities. Whether playing on an Read more -
Bone Loss: the Hidden Consequence of Your Missing Teeth
posted: Apr. 01, 2018.
Losing teeth will certainly disrupt your otherwise beautiful smile. It could also potentially affect your food choices and whether or not you receive proper nutrition.But something else just as consequential Read more -
A Child's Teeth Grinding is Normal - But You Should Still Keep an Eye on it
posted: Mar. 17, 2018.
When you're first startled awake in the middle of the night by a loud, gritting sound emanating from your child's room, you may have two questions: how can such a Read more -
Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
posted: Mar. 02, 2018.
Via a recent Instagram post, pop diva Ariana Grande became the latest young celebrity to publicly acknowledge a dental milestone: having her wisdom teeth removed. The singer of hits such Read more