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Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
posted: Jul. 30, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little Read more -
5 Tips Students (and Everyone Else) Should Heed for Healthy Teeth and Gums
posted: Jun. 20, 2021.
Though it sounds like an elite academic society, "The Freshman 15" is anything but. The phrase stands for the weight, pegged at 15 pounds, that many incoming students gain Read more -
Focus on These 4 Oral Health Areas While Caring for an Older Family Member
posted: May 21, 2021.
Millions of people are currently caring for an elderly family member. If that describes your family, then you know how overwhelming that responsibility can be at times. A part of Read more -
Acid Reflux Could Be Damaging Your Teeth
posted: Apr. 01, 2021.
Your tooth enamel is often under assault from oral acid produced by bacteria and certain foods. Unless neutralized, acid can erode your enamel, and lead to destructive tooth decay. But Read more -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Mar. 22, 2021.
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 Read more -
4 Dental Health Areas That Deserve Attention Before Getting Back to School
posted: Aug. 20, 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 Read more -
Enjoy Your Ice Cream - But Just a Little for Your Dental Health's Sake
posted: Jul. 31, 2020.
If you love ice cream, then you'll get a kick out of this: Your favorite treat has its own month. That's right, July is National Ice Cream Month, when Read more -
How to Protect Dental Health in the Later Years of Life
posted: Jul. 01, 2020.
As we get older, we become more susceptible to chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease or arthritis. We can also begin to see more problems with our teeth Read more -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Jun. 11, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read more -
Chronic Mouth Breathing Could Create Conditions for a Poor Bite
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.
Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you're consciously focused on it—or something's stopping it! So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are Read more -
That Scalded Feeling Isn't in Your Head - It Could Be Burning Mouth Syndrome
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.
Most of us have encountered something hot that’s burned or scalded the inside of our mouth—not a pleasant feeling. But what if you have a similar burning sensation without Read more -
Make Sure Your Kids' Teeth Are Ready for School
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.
With summer winding down, parents are turning their attention to their kids' upcoming school year. August is often a busy time for families rushing to buy school supplies and Read more -
Keeping Your Smile Healthy Through the Holidays
posted: Dec. 19, 2018.
’Tis the season for holiday joy with sweet treats at every turn. Don’t let it be the season for dental woes as well. You've heard that sugar causes cavities. Read more -
Inflammation: the Link Between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Disease
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.
Cardiovascular disease and periodontal (gum) disease are two different conditions with their own set of symptoms and outcomes. But they do share one common element: inflammation. In fact, this Read more -
We'll Help You Maintain Your Oral Health After Gum Disease
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.
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 Read more -
Why the Bottled Variety Might not be Your Best Choice for Clean Drinking Water
posted: Mar. 23, 2018.
In recent decades civilization's millennia-long search for clean, safe drinking water has become much easier with modern purification methods. Today, there are few places in the United States without Read more