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This 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 articleNew pain in a tooth that previously had root canal treatment deserves an examination. It does not automatically mean the tooth must be removed, and symptoms alone cannot tell you whether another root canal is needed. Contact your dental office so the cause can be assessed. Why can a treated tooth develop problems? A tooth […]
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 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 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 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 […]
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