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You May Need Something Other Than Ointment to Clear up This Facial Rash
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 04, 2020.
During your latest dental cleaning and checkup, your dentist notices a skin rash around your mouth. You sigh—it’s been going on for some time. And every ointment you’ve tried
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You can Get Relief from Facial Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 25, 2019.
Each year doctors treat about 150,000 new cases of severe facial pain. If you're one of those people, you don't have to suffer—there are ways to gain relief from
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Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 15, 2019.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the
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New "Behind the Teeth" Braces Could Give You the Advantage of "Invisibility"
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 05, 2019.
Orthodontic braces are a familiar sight, especially among tweens and teens: metal brackets and wires attached to the front of the teeth for all to see. Now imagine the
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More Than Indigestion: How Acid Reflux Could Harm Your Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 25, 2019.
Your stomach is just one big processing plant: Incoming food is broken down into individual nutrients that are then absorbed into the body. The main food "de-constructor" for this
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Chronic Mouth Breathing Could Create Conditions for a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 15, 2019.
Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you're consciously focused on it—or something's stopping it!
So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are
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Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 05, 2019.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but
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Your Quest for a Dental Implant Might Be Interrupted by Bone Loss
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 26, 2019.
Years ago, disease or trauma robbed you of one of your teeth. At the time you might have opted for an affordable solution, like a partial denture. But now
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Celebrate World Smile Day With More Attractive Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 16, 2019.
The smiley face: It’s been around forever. Except it hasn’t—someone created it. No, not Forrest Gump (but good guess!), but graphic artist Harvey Ball in 1963 to help boost
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That Scalded Feeling Isn't in Your Head - It Could Be Burning Mouth Syndrome
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 06, 2019.
Most of us have encountered something hot that’s burned or scalded the inside of our mouth—not a pleasant feeling. But what if you have a similar burning sensation without
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Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 26, 2019.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen
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New Minimally Invasive Techniques are Improving Tooth Decay Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 16, 2019.
Although techniques and materials have changed, dentists still follow basic principles for treating tooth decay that date from the late 19th Century. And for good reason: They work. These
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The Before, During and After of Root Canal Treatments
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 06, 2019.
Root canal treatments have suffered a bad rap over the years—and undeservedly. While we applaud root canal therapy for the millions of decayed teeth the procedure has saved, the
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You Need a Dentist to Remove Tartar From Your Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 27, 2019.
One of the key parts to an effective oral disease prevention plan is practicing daily oral hygiene to remove dental plaque. Both brushing and flossing are necessary for cleaning
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Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 17, 2019.
Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs
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If Appropriate, Antibiotics before Implant Surgery Could Reduce Infection Risk
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 07, 2019.
Millions of microorganisms call your mouth home—and while most are friendly, some are not. An invasive procedure like implant surgery can disrupt the mouth's soft tissues and allow disease-causing
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