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Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
updated: Jan. 10, 2016
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 Read more -
Use Sweetener Substitutes Wisely to Reduce Sugar in Your Diet
updated: Dec. 26, 2015
Although a variety of foods provide energy-producing carbohydrates, sugar is among the most popular. It’s believed we universally crave sugar because of the quick energy boost after eating it, Read more -
Dental Magic Transforms Smiles
updated: Dec. 11, 2015
Magician Michel Grandinetti can levitate a 500-pound motorcycle, melt into a 7-foot-tall wall of solid steel, and make borrowed rings vanish and reappear baked inside bread. Yet the master Read more -
Plagued by Mysterious Mouth Ulcers?
updated: Nov. 26, 2015
Do you ever get sores in your mouth that seem to appear for no reason and then disappear just as mysteriously? Chances are they’re aphthous ulcers — better known Read more -
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
updated: Nov. 11, 2015
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 Read more -
Dental Implants and Diabetes
updated: Oct. 27, 2015
Today, dental implants are an increasingly popular option for replacing lost teeth — an issue faced by many older Americans. It’s not hard to see why these high-tech prosthetic Read more -
Spice Up Your Teeth
updated: Oct. 12, 2015
As a member of the best-selling pop group Spice Girls, Mel C (AKA Sporty Spice) enjoyed her share of musical superstardom. At the band’s peak in the Nineties, the Read more -
Removing Wisdom Teeth now may Prevent Dental Problems Later
updated: Oct. 04, 2015
Teeth damaged by decay, periodontal (gum) disease or trauma are often removed (extracted) if they’re deemed beyond repair. But there’s another reason we may recommend an extraction: a tooth Read more -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
updated: Sep. 19, 2015
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read more -
Consider Saving a Tooth Before you Decide to Replace it
updated: Sep. 04, 2015
Dental implants are the ideal tooth replacement with their life-like appearance, high success rate and durability. If you have significant dental issues, they may seem like the perfect answer. Read more -
Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
updated: Aug. 20, 2015
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 Read more -
The Perils of a Loose Permanent Tooth - and What to do About it
updated: Aug. 05, 2015
A loose baby tooth is normal and expected; a loose permanent tooth is quite another matter: it’s an advanced sign of disease that could lead to losing the tooth. The Read more -
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
updated: Jul. 21, 2015
Exchanging passionate kisses with big-screen star Jennifer Lawrence might sound like a dream come true. But according to Liam Hemsworth, her Hunger Games co-star, it could also be a Read more -
Improving a 'Gummy Smile' Depends on its Cause
updated: Jul. 06, 2015
A “gummy” smile, in which the upper gums are too prominent, is a common condition. There are several causes for gummy smiles — determining which one is the first Read more -
Lamar Odom Rebounds From Dental Anxiety
updated: Jun. 28, 2015
Professional basketball player Lamar Odom is sometimes known as “the candyman” because of his notorious fondness for sweets. But when his sweet tooth finally caught up with him — Read more -
A Smile Makeover is a Transforming Experience
updated: Jun. 13, 2015
The term “makeover” is a powerful word in today’s society. It’s used for a variety of things — hair, body, lawn — that need more than a different style, Read more