For many people who suffer from the lost bite function and diminished aesthetics caused by missing teeth, dental implants are an optimal solution because they are designed to perform, look and feel like healthy, natural teeth. But the future may hold an even better treatment for missing teeth. And researchers believe a ... READ MORE
Receding gums can have many negative effects. They can cause your teeth to look too long, and expose the unattractive cementum that makes up the tooth root. Exposing your tooth root also leads to tooth sensitivity. Although some people may experience receding gums because of gum disease associated with poor oral care or ... READ MORE
Thanksgiving is one occasion that brings many families together around the table with no greater ambition than eating a delicious meal. It's a family holiday of the purest variety, but it can also be one of the more damaging to your teeth. The heavy eating and snacking associated with Thanksgiving can lead to significant tooth ... READ MORE
Breastfeeding is good for the mother and the baby. Breast milk has all the nutrients your baby needs to grow, and it's more easily digestible than baby formula. It includes antibodies to help your baby fight off disease and reduces your baby's risk of asthma and allergies. And breastfeeding benefits the mother, too, helping to ... READ MORE
Smiling is a funny thing. Not only do we smile because we're happy, but the act of smiling itself can make us happy. When we smile, we activate certain muscles, which send a message to the brain, telling it, "We're smiling," and the brain, in response, thinks, "I guess I must be happy." This positive ... READ MORE
