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Dentures Require Planning and Attention to Detail to Look Natural
posted: Sep. 07, 2019.

Twenty-six percent of American adults between 65 and 74 have lost all their teeth to dental disease. This isn’t an appearance problem only—lack of teeth can also harm nutrition and Read more
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Aug. 28, 2019.

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, the Read more
See Your Dentist if You Have one of these Top 3 Oral Problems
posted: Aug. 18, 2019.

For years people tuned in to enjoy one of David Letterman's "Top 10 lists," a frequent gag performed on his show Late Night. Each countdown list poked fun at off-the-wall Read more
The Importance of Preventive Dental Care
posted: Aug. 15, 2019.

Keeping your smile healthy and free from problems doesn’t have to be difficult. From visiting your Independence, MO, dentist Dr. Richard Mark every six months for cleanings to making sure Read more
That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
posted: Aug. 08, 2019.

Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about the Read more
4 Ways to Check on Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.

For most of us, brushing and flossing is a routine part of daily life. But has it become such a routine that you may not be getting the most out Read more
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
posted: Jul. 19, 2019.

Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent documentary Read more
4 Advantages to Using Composite Resins for Restoring Teeth
posted: Jul. 09, 2019.

Restoring chipped, stained or decayed teeth with dental porcelain is a tried and true method that’s been used for decades. In recent years, though, restorations made with composite resin have Read more
Why Your Teeth Hurt Will Determine How We Treat Them
posted: Jun. 29, 2019.

Your teeth and gums have a highly sensitive network of nerves. But while it can signal even the most subtle discomfort we may not be able to identify the cause Read more
3 Age-Related Dental Problems and what you can do About Them
posted: Jun. 19, 2019.

Like other aspects of our lives, aging can take a toll on our smile. Over a lifetime the effects of disease, teeth wearing and the foods we eat can cause Read more
Signs That You May Have Gum Disease
posted: Jun. 11, 2019.

Nearly half of the U.S. population has some form of periodontal (gum) disease, yet many people are unaware that they even have a problem! This is largely because the early Read more
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Jun. 09, 2019.

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 TV Read more
Reduce Your Risk of Oral Cancer with a Healthy Diet
posted: May 30, 2019.

There are a number of lifestyle changes you can make if you want to reduce your risk of oral cancer, with quitting a tobacco habit at the top of the Read more
Say Goodbye to Your Dental Stains With Teeth Whitening
posted: May 30, 2019.

The fastest and most effective solution for a whiter smile is professional teeth whitening. You’re sick and tired of feeling embarrassed by your smile for something as small as dental Read more
Tooth Loss: A Health Risk for Older Adults
posted: May 20, 2019.

Tooth loss is a problem that affects many seniors—and since May is Older Americans Month, this is a good time to talk about it. Did you know that more than Read more

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