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There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent of the population. Even so, these irregular reddish patches resembling land masses on a map (hence the name) might be alarming at first glance—but they pose […]
Read articleHow many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Bialik, who plays the lovably geeky Amy Farrah Fowler on CBS’ The Big Bang Theory… and earned her PhD from UCLA. Acknowledging her nerdy side, Bialik […]
Read articleSinger and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the camera, Lovato can often be found keeping in shape at Jay Glazer’s Hollywood (California) gym. Glazer, who is best known as a sports journalist, also runs […]
Read articleIf 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: his wife Angela, their two young sons, and Alfonso’s teenaged daughter. As the proud dad told Dear Doctor–Dentistry & Oral Health magazine, “The best part of […]
Read articleThis month marks the 20th annual observance of Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Last year, over 50,000 people in the US were diagnosed with oral cancer, and over 10,000 people died from the disease. The 5-year survival rate for oral cancer is only around 57%, making it more deadly than many other types of cancer. But […]
Read articleFebruary is National Children’s Dental Health month, sponsored annually by the American Dental Association. As important as good oral health is to a child’s overall health and development, tooth decay tops the list as the most common chronic childhood disease. In fact, over 40% of children ages 2-11 have had cavities in their baby teeth. […]
Read articleBesides attractively showcasing your teeth, your gums protect your teeth and underlying bone from bacteria and abrasive food particles. Sometimes, though, the gums can pull back or recede from the teeth, leaving them exposed and vulnerable to damage and disease. Here are 4 things that could contribute to gum recession—and what you can do about […]
Read articleNow that we’re into the New Year, it’s a good time to look over your list of resolutions. Did you remember to include dental health on your list? Here’s one simple resolution that can help keep your smile bright and healthy through the New Year and beyond: Floss every day! Your oral hygiene routine at […]
Read articleImplant-supported fixed bridges are growing in popularity because they offer superior support to traditional bridges or dentures. They can also improve bone health thanks to the affinity between bone cells and the implants’ titanium posts. Even so, you’ll still need to stay alert to the threat of periodontal (gum) disease. This bacterial infection usually triggered […]
Read articleIt’s been a long road with your braces, but now they’re finally off. Hopefully the first glimpse of your new smile more than made up for the time and effort they required. But while braces removal is a big milestone, it’s not the end of your treatment—not, that is, if you want to keep that […]
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