• posted: Jul. 21, 2020
• oral health

Your tooth enamel’s main nemesis is oral acid: normally produced by bacteria, foods or beverages, acid can dissolve enamel’s mineral content and cause erosion and decay. But acid might Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2020
• dentures

Even in the 21st Century, losing most or all of your teeth is still an unfortunate possibility. Many in this circumstance turn to dentures, as their great-grandparents did, to Read More

• posted: Jul. 01, 2020
• celebrity smiles,  orthodontic treatment

The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II Read More

• posted: Jun. 21, 2020
• pediatric dentistry

You have a wonderful pediatric dentist who's great with kids. Their dental office is a children's wonderland with cheerful colors, toys and a staff that tries to make things Read More

• posted: Jun. 11, 2020
• dental care

It's a sad fact: Many people postpone needed dental treatment because of their finances. There's no doubt that treatments for many tooth and gum problems can be expensive. But Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2020
• oral hygiene

You already know the basics for healthy and attractive teeth and gums: brush and floss every day; and have your teeth cleaned and checked by a dentist every six Read More

• posted: May 22, 2020
• dental implants,  dentures

Statistics from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons reveal that as much as 70% of American adults from 35 to 44 years old have lost at least one Read More

• posted: May 22, 2020
• celebrity smiles,  orthodontic treatment,  braces

Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent Read More

• posted: May 12, 2020
• porcelain veneers

If you have a less than attractive smile due to some moderate imperfections, dental veneers may be the answer. This relatively inexpensive dental restoration may be the key to Read More

• posted: May 02, 2020
• porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers have been used for several decades to enhance a dental patient's smile. These thin wafers of color-matched dental porcelain are bonded to the visible surface of teeth Read More

• posted: Apr. 22, 2020

During this year's National Public Health Week in April, health issues like vaping and the opioid crisis are taking a back seat to what is front and center on Read More

• posted: Apr. 12, 2020
• celebrity smiles,  pediatric dentistry

If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read More

• posted: Apr. 10, 2020
• Dental Crown

Crowns are state-of-the-art dentistry. They are crucial for the structural and aesthetic health of your teeth because they reinforce weak teeth and hide dental imperfections. Dr. Stephen Solomon and Dr. Read More

• posted: Apr. 02, 2020
• dry socket

Surgical tooth extraction is a fairly routine procedure with few complications. But one rare complication called dry socket does affect a small number of patients. Dry socket, which derives Read More

• posted: Mar. 23, 2020
• orthodontic treatment

Moving teeth through orthodontics may involve more than simply wearing braces. There are many bite conditions that require extra measures before, during or after traditional orthodontic treatment to improve Read More

• posted: Mar. 13, 2020
• tooth extractions

Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with Read More