-
What Is A Baby Tooth Worth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 15, 2015.
For most people, raising kids is an expensive proposition. (A recent estimate by the U.S. Department of Agriculture puts the average tab at almost a quarter of a million
Read more
-
Neil Patrick Harris: What the Oscars Host Treasures Most
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 31, 2015.
A few days before the Oscars, Vanity Fair magazine asked Academy Awards host Neil Patrick Harris to name his most treasured possession. Was it his Tony award statuette for
Read more
-
The Implant Process can be Shortened, Depending on the Tooth Type
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 16, 2015.
Dental implants are considered the premier option for tooth replacement. While all implant procedures follow the same general concept — a titanium post surgically inserted into the jawbone with
Read more
-
What Qualifies As a Dental Emergency?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 02, 2015.
"Don't put off 'til tomorrow what you can do today." This life rule applies to dental care, too. Never put off or skimp on dental exams and cleanings, and if
Read more
-
A Toothless Tiger?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 01, 2015.
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
Read more
-
Daily Hygiene Tasks Performed Properly Help Ensure Good Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 16, 2015.
Daily personal care is essential for optimal oral health. Brushing and flossing in particular keep bacteria and acid, the main causes of dental disease, at manageable levels. But to
Read more
-
Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 01, 2015.
For major-league slugger Giancarlo Stanton, 2014 was a record-breaking year. After the baseball season ended, he signed a 13-year, $325 million contract with the Miami Marlins — the biggest
Read more
-
Test Your Knowledge: A Quiz on Dental Erosion
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 15, 2015.
1. What is dental erosion?
a. tooth decay; b. dissolving of tooth enamel by acids in food or drink; c. destruction of tooth material by wear; d. attacks on teeth
Read more
-
What To Do During Dental Emergencies
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 01, 2015.
You brush twice every day, and sometimes even three. You floss daily. You attend regular dental check-ups. You avoid foods that are infamous for staining teeth, and you don't touch
Read more
-
Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 30, 2015.
Have you started orthodontic treatment recently? Are you having a little trouble getting used to your braces? If so, you are not alone: Everybody goes through an adjustment period
Read more
-
Irritating Cold Sore Outbreaks can be Controlled Through Medication
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 15, 2015.
Although normally benign, a cold sore outbreak can be irritating and embarrassing. Understanding why they occur is the first step to minimizing outbreaks.
The typical cold sore (also known as
Read more
-
Padma Lakshmi's Smile: A Recipe for Beauty
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 31, 2015.
Before she began hosting the long-running TV competition Top Chef, Padma Lakshmi was a well-known model and successful cookbook author. (Appropriately, she is said to have been “discovered” by
Read more
-
Chronic Biting Habits Can Lead to Loose Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 16, 2015.
Periodontal (gum) disease is the most likely cause of a loose, permanent tooth. This progressive infection causes damage to the gums and bone tissues that hold teeth in place,
Read more
-
No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 06, 2015.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who
Read more
-
Celebrate National Dentist Day by Visiting the Dentist
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 04, 2015.
Your Apple Valley dentist reminds patients to take care of their smiles and promote National Dentist Day.
Did you know that March 6th is National Dentist Day? Sometimes dentists get a bad
Read more
-
Issues to Consider Before Dental Implants
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 12, 2015.
With their durability, versatility and life-likeness, there’s no doubt dental implants have revolutionized teeth replacement. If you’re considering dental implants, however, there are some issues that could impact how
Read more