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Your Teenager's Teeth May Not Be Mature Enough for Veneers
updated: May 08, 2019
Teenagers and adults alike can improve their smile appearance with dental solutions like teeth whitening or orthodontics. But there are a few cosmetic solutions like porcelain veneers that are Read more -
3 Things You can Do to Ease Chronic Dry Mouth
updated: Apr. 28, 2019
Although not high on the glamour scale, saliva is nonetheless an important ingredient in a healthy life. This "multi-tasker" fluid helps break down your food for better digestion and Read more -
Dental Crowns and How They Can Help Your Smile
updated: Apr. 19, 2019
Discover the restorative and cosmetic benefits of getting dental crowns from our Lincoln, NE, office! When you are faced with a weak or damaged tooth it’s important that you turn to Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
updated: Apr. 18, 2019
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more -
Your 'Toothache' Might not be Caused by a Tooth
updated: Apr. 08, 2019
A toothache means a tooth has a problem, right? Most of the time, yes: the pain comes from a decayed or fractured tooth, or possibly a gum infection causing Read more -
Here's What you Need to Know about a Root Canal Treatment
updated: Mar. 29, 2019
A root canal treatment is a common procedure performed by dentists and endodontists (specialists for inner tooth problems). If you're about to undergo this tooth-saving procedure, here's what you Read more -
Get Ahead of a Developing Cross-Bite with This Early Intervention Measure
updated: Mar. 19, 2019
Applying braces or clear aligners to move misaligned teeth is only part of an orthodontist's overall mission to eliminate poor bites (malocclusions). Sometimes a malocclusion isn't caused by the Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
updated: Mar. 09, 2019
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Read more -
An Orthodontic Retainer: Insurance Well Spent for Keeping Your New Smile
updated: Feb. 27, 2019
You’ve invested a lot of time and money in orthodontic treatment to improve your smile. If you’re not careful, though, your teeth could actually move back to their old Read more -
'Get Rid' of Those Unattractive Teeth with Porcelain Veneers
updated: Feb. 17, 2019
Those unattractive teeth you see in the mirror are what are standing between you and a truly beautiful smile. If only you could make them go away. In a way, Read more -
A Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
updated: Feb. 07, 2019
The braces are finally off! But to keep your new, straighter smile you'll need to wear a retainer for some time. That's because the same structural mechanism used to Read more -
Improve Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers
updated: Feb. 05, 2019
Get the smile you’ve always wanted with help from this popular restoration. Do you find yourself hiding your smile in pictures? Do you feel embarrassed talking or smiling around friends Read more -
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
updated: Jan. 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, Read more -
Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
updated: Jan. 18, 2019
We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: Read more -
Moderate Fluoride Use Packs the Biggest Punch for Decay Prevention
updated: Jan. 08, 2019
In the battle against tooth decay, fluoride is an important weapon. Since the discovery of its dental health benefits a century ago, fluoride has been credited with saving countless Read more -
Practice the Dental Care Basics to Ensure a Healthy Smile
updated: Dec. 29, 2018
For over half a century, dentists have promoted a proven strategy for sound dental health. Not only is this strategy effective, it’s simple too: brush and floss every day, Read more