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Gum Swelling Can Happen With Braces - Here's How to Avoid It
posted: Jun. 30, 2021.
A few months into wearing braces you may notice your gums are swollen. It's likely you've developed periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that usually begins with Read more -
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: Apr. 21, 2021.
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read more -
Here's to Healthy Smiles in 2021!
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.
A New Year's resolution can be just about anything, from losing weight to visiting every major league baseball park. But a resolution you're more likely to keep ought to Read more -
Don't Forget Brushing and Flossing Even During Summer's Dog Days
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.
"The Dog Days of summer" once referred to the rise of Sirius (the "Dog Star") with the morning sun during the month of August. Today, however, the term has Read more -
The Howie Mandel Effect: Avoid Dental Disease Through Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Jun. 01, 2020.
Howie Mandel, one of America’s premier television personalities, rarely takes it easy. Whether performing a standup comedy gig or shooting episodes of America’s Got Talent or Deal or No Read more -
What's That on Your Teeth, Nick Jonas? How to Avoid a Similar Smile Oops
posted: Feb. 02, 2020.
Think no one is looking at your smile when you’re out in public? Nick Jonas’ recent experience might convince you otherwise. While the Jonas Brothers were performing during the Read more -
Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is caused Read more -
4 Common-Sense Tactics to Lower Tooth Decay Risk Between Dental Visits
posted: Mar. 09, 2019.
If your dentist found tooth decay on your last visit, you might have been surprised. But tooth decay doesn't occur suddenly—it's a process that takes time to unfold. It begins Read more -
Stay Hydrated in Winter for Better Year-Round Oral Hygiene
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.
Whether you live in the snow belt or the sunny south, the winter season often means a change in the weather. In many places, the sun isn't as strong Read more -
Instill in Your Child the Daily Habit of Brushing and Flossing
posted: Oct. 20, 2018.
There are a lot of things we do without much conscious thought — habits we've developed over time. Some habits help streamline our lives for the good; others, though, Read more -
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
posted: Aug. 29, 2017.
How 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 Read more -
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
posted: Aug. 06, 2017.
Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples Read more -
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
posted: Apr. 15, 2017.
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Feb. 14, 2017.
When is the best time to floss your teeth: Morning? Bedtime? How about: whenever and wherever the moment feels right? For Cam Newton, award-winning NFL quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Oct. 31, 2016.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated Read more -
Effective Hygiene is Key to Preventing Enamel White Spots While Wearing Braces
posted: Jun. 02, 2016.
Finally — your braces are off! A look in the mirror reveals a straighter, more attractive smile. Unfortunately, it may also show something not so attractive — tiny, chalky Read more
