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For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.
There's a “file” on you at your dentist's office: Every visit you've made—from regular cleanings to major dental work—has been recorded, noted and preserved for posterity.
If that gives you
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3 Things You Need to Know Before Getting a Crown Restoration
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.
You may think all crowns are alike—but there can be a world of difference between one crown and another. Getting the crown your dentist recommends and one that's satisfactory
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Having Diabetes Could Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.
Currently, one-third of Americans are either diabetic or have prediabetic symptoms. Caused by an imbalance in blood sugar levels, diabetes can complicate and increase the risk for other inflammatory
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Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.
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,
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Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease.
Gum disease is caused
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Your Quest for a Dental Implant Might Be Interrupted by Bone Loss
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.
Years ago, disease or trauma robbed you of one of your teeth. At the time you might have opted for an affordable solution, like a partial denture. But now
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The Digital Revolution Is Transforming Implant Therapy
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.
Compared to other dental restorations—a few of which have been around for over a century—implants are a relatively recent development. But even though it's just now entering its fourth
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A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs,
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Two Mouth and Face Pain Disorders and What You Can Do About Them
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
Chronic pain affects the quality of life for an estimated 50 million adults in the U.S. alone. The American Chronic Pain Association designates September as “Pain Awareness Month” to
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Your Dentist Might Hold the Key to Solving Your Sleep Apnea Problem
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.
When you awake in the morning do you still feel exhausted? Are you irritable during the day, unable to think or focus clearly? Is your loud snoring bothering your
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Watch Out for These Dental Health Issues as You Age
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
One thing’s for sure: We’re all getting older. Here’s another sure thing: Aging doesn’t necessarily look the same on everyone. That one spry octogenarian lapping younger folks on the
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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But
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That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about
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Don't Let Gum Disease Cut Short Your Implant's Service Life
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.
Among dental restorations, implants are the closest prosthetic we have to real teeth. They not only replace the visible crown, but the titanium post imbedded in the jawbone adequately
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3 Ways to Protect Your Teeth in the Great Outdoors
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
It’s July—and that means it’s National Park and Recreation Month! If you’re like a lot of families, you might already be planning a trip to one of the nation’s
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Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.
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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