Contrary to popular belief, wrinkles are not the main reason people look old. Informal studies suggest that poor or missing teeth tend to make people look older than their real age. It may have something to do with the lips. From a biological standpoint, healthy lips ...
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Millions of years of evolution have taught us that if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it. Evidence is everywhere: Weight lifters have bigger muscles because they regularly exercise them, compared to sedentary people who prefer the idea of lifting a potato chip and a ...
Read MoreOne common myth about dentures is that you don’t need to see your dentist once you have them. But your mouth is constantly changing, and regular dental visits help detect dental problems before they worsen. Another misconception is that people need to adjust to pain. ...
Read MoreOne telltale sign of tension is constant stiff muscles on the back and shoulders. Another is clenching your jaws. You may not notice it, but jaw clenching puts a lot of stress on your teeth. With the Guinness Book of Records recording as much as 975 pounds per square ...
Read MoreDentists use tiny instruments to work in the confined space that is your mouth. Of all tools dentists use, none other elicits a person’s fear than the dreaded drill. The hardiest marines dodge bullets like nobody’s business, but some quiver at the sight and ...
Read MoreBothered by a dull ache in your teeth? Some people fear a cracked tooth and run to their dentist for emergency repairs, but no gums problems or cracking can be detected. One possible cause of pain is sprained tooth syndrome or STS. What is Sprained Tooth ...
Read MoreIn the late 20th century, some dentists recommended replacing otherwise healthy teeth with implants and bridges. Many dentists pushed for artificial teeth because fake teeth did not require as much maintenance: Dentures did not get cavities and never hurt. If a tooth ...
Read MorePatients with dental anxiety are usually given oral or IV sedation to help them relax and save them from pain they would otherwise experience when wide awake. But not all cases require a patient to be fully sedated. Sedation is just one of several options we use at Dr. ...
Read MoreOne of the biggest conveniences we have today is financing. By spreading out payment, even the average person can afford big-ticket items like a luxury car or a new home. Financing has revolutionized the way people live by allowing them to enjoy the fruits of their ...
Read MoreWhenever we hear the word “warranty,” we automatically think of our car, DVD player or computer. A warranty makes buyers feel protected because it gives the impression that the product will perform the way it was designed. It also means that the manufacturer is ...
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