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Most first-time root canal treatments achieve their purpose in saving an internally decayed tooth and extending its life to match those of the patient’s non-decayed teeth. Occasionally, though, a root canal-treated tooth may become re-infected by decay. There are a number of reasons for this: the permanent crown meant to add further protection against decay […]
Read articleDid you see the move Cast Away starring Tom Hanks? If so, you probably remember the scene where Hanks, stranded on a remote island, knocks out his own abscessed tooth — with an ice skate, no less — to stop the pain. Recently, Dear Doctor TV interviewed Gary Archer, the dental technician who created that […]
Read articleYour smile is one of the first things that people notice about you, and this can be frustrating if your teeth aren’t as good looking as you’d like them to be. Luckily, you can correct misalignments and bite issues with Invisalign! Learn more about this orthodontic option by reading below, and for personal treatment, contact […]
Read articleA root canal treatment is a common procedure performed by dentists and endodontists (specialists for inner tooth problems). If you’re about to undergo this tooth-saving procedure, here’s what you need to know. The goal of a root canal treatment is to stop tooth decay within a tooth’s interior and minimize any damage to the tooth […]
Read articleThe Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, the movie in which he co-starred, picked up the award for Best Motion Picture—Musical or Comedy. But fans looking at the veteran actor’s big smile today […]
Read articleWhile tooth decay is a potential problem at any age, the risk increases as you grow older. Not only are senior adults more susceptible, decay is often more difficult to treat. That’s because cavities can occur at or below the gum line, often due to gum recession. If that’s the case, we won’t be able […]
Read articleA survey released by the American Association of Orthodontists found that about a third of Americans admit that they wish they had better-looking teeth. The quality of your smile has professional, social, and personal ramifications. Could your teeth benefit from veneers? After one visit to Kenneth Woo, DDS and Associates in Kensington and Gaithersburg, MD […]
Read articleWhile 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, painful muscle and back injuries, and even the threat of lightning strikes on the greens. Yet it wasn’t any of these things that caused professional golfer […]
Read articleThe 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 just recently, one DWTS contestant had the bad luck of taking an elbow to the mouth on two separate occasions—one of which resulted in some serious […]
Read articleAlthough tooth decay is a major problem to watch for in your child’s teeth, it isn’t the only one. As their teeth transition from primary (“baby”) to permanent, you should also be on the lookout for a developing poor bite or malocclusion. Although the signs can be subtle, you may be able to detect an […]
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