Wish you could go back in time to straighten your teeth? Good news: the ship hasn’t sailed for that dream just yet! More and more adults are heading to the orthodontist’s office to get the smile they’ve always wanted. If news about the topic or a passerby with braces has left you wanting to know…
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Still flashing a bit of silver when you smile? Cavities can happen to anyone, but the whole world doesn’t have to know about them! If you’ve been living with old, discolored fillings, there’s never been a better time to have them replaced. Find out how new fillings can benefit more than your looks, and about…
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It can freshen up your breath faster than brushing, but does mouthwash really make a big difference when it comes to your oral health? You may be surprised to find that looks–or in this case, smells–can be deceiving! Oral rinses are not created equal, and if you’re not careful, some can actually be more harmful…
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When it comes to replacing anterior teeth, implant-supported single crowns (ISSCs) may fare better than resin-bonded fixed dental prostheses (RBFDPs), according to a study published on August 21 in Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research. The failure and complication rates were higher in patients with resin-bonded fixed dental prostheses, the authors wrote. “ISSCs have lower complication…
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Consider this a major score for your sweet tooth: dentists are taking back that hard and fast rule that gum and candy rot your teeth! A sweetener called Xylitol makes it possible to enjoy such treats guilt-free, while actually fighting cavities along the way. For those who have long kept the candy aisle off limits…
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Sleeping less than six hours nightly may be linked to more jaw pain and higher comorbidities, including widespread pain and psychological problems in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a study published on May 10 in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. Therefore, sleep duration may play an important role in the prognosis and treatment…
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March 14, 2023 — A team of researchers has reported a link between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups, furthering research that could lead to therapies for the two conditions, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine. Earlier, computational biologist Vicky Yao, PhD, of Rice University in Houston, discovered traces of bacteria linked with periodontal disease…
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Dental Aging Myths Debunked Troubled by the thought of what could happen to your mouth as you age? Don’t let old wives’ tales and stereotypes get the better of you! Time can take a toll on the most able-bodied of individuals, but you may be surprised by how much control seniors retain over their dental…
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The amount of ionizing radiation produced during dental x-ray procedures is so low that it is unlikely to cause an abnormality following fetal exposure. Despite this, many dentists hesitate to conduct x-rays in pregnant patients. “Exposure to dental ionizing radiation poses a low risk of malformation or spontaneous abortion of the embryo or fetus,” wrote…
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Behind every dull, tired smirk is a smile waiting to beam. At Diane Bonanni DMD, we love helping patients unlock the smile of their dreams. And by offering them the latest and greatest in cosmetic dentistry, we can do exactly that. Here are three of the best treatments to get if you’re looking to transform your…
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