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Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire

According to Forbes Magazine, Kylie Jenner is the world's youngest billionaire at age 22. Daughter of Caitlyn (Bruce) Jenner and Kris Jenner, Kylie is the founder and owner of Read More

That Energy Drink You Take for a Boost Might Be Hurting Your Dental Health

Although energy drinks are but a blip on the historical timeline compared to coffee or tea, they've displaced these traditional stimulants among nearly half of today's adolescents and young Read More

That Painful, Irritating Feeling Could be Burning Mouth Syndrome

For some time now you've noticed a painful, burning sensation in your mouth for no apparent reason. It doesn't matter what you eat or drink — or whether you Read More

Do I Need a Root Canal?

Trying to get through the day with a toothache is tough to do. Luckily, there are other options for patients if they are experiencing challenges with the function and appearance Read More

Act Quickly With a Knocked Out Tooth to Ensure Its Long-Term Survival

We Americans love our sports, whether as participants or spectators. But there's also a downside to contact sports like soccer, football or basketball: a higher risk of injury, particularly Read More

Supermodel Ashley Graham's Unpleasant Dental Encounter With a Frozen Cookie

Ashley Graham has a beautiful and valuable smile—an important asset to her bustling career as a plus-size model and television host. But she recently revealed on Instagram a “confrontation” Read More

4 Ways You Can Better Manage Dental Care for a Child with Down Syndrome

Madeline Stuart, acclaimed fashion model; Chris Burke, successful actor; Collette Divitto, founder of Collettey's Cookies. Each of them is accomplished in their own right—and each has Down syndrome. In Read More

Transform 'Smile Zone' Teeth With Composite Resins

As far as your appearance goes, the most important teeth you have are those in the “smile zone.” These are the teeth most visible when you smile—and the ones Read More

Removing Hardened Plaque Reduces Your Risk of Disease

When you floss (you do floss, right?), you probably notice a sticky, yellowish substance called plaque stuck to the thread. This thin film of tiny food particles and bacteria Read More

Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You

Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Read More

How Quickly Does Invisalign Work?

Invisalign is a comfortable and discreet way to straighten your smile quickly. You could have straighter teeth in as little as 12 months with Invisalign. In addition to straightening your Read More

Use Appropriate Hygiene Products for Maximum Smile Protection

After years of research, we're confident in saying that brushing and flossing daily are essential for maintaining a healthy mouth. A mere five minutes a day performing these tasks Read More

Addressing Risk Factors: Taking the Fight Against Tooth Decay to a New Level

Tooth decay is more prevalent than diseases like cancer, heart disease or influenza. It doesn't have to be—brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing, less dietary sugar and regular dental cleanings Read More

Regular Screenings Could Help With Early Oral Cancer Detection

Your regular dental checkups should periodically include an important screening for oral cancer, especially as you grow older. Although oral cancers make up less than 3% of all other Read More

NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards

Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read More

3 Benefits of Dental Implants to Replace Missing Teeth

Here's the bad news on the overall state of dental health in the United States: Over 120 million people have one or more missing teeth—roughly one American in three. Read More

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