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Prevention and Early Detection of Root Cavities Could Save a Tooth
posted: Jun 05, 2020.
Tooth decay is one of two dental diseases most responsible for tooth loss (gum disease being the other). In the absence of treatment, what starts as a hole or cavity Read more -
Make Sure Your Dentist Knows You're Taking Daily Aspirin
posted: May 26, 2020.
Aspirin has been a popular pain reliever and fever reducer for over a century. Its effect on the clotting mechanism of blood, however, has led to its widespread and often Read more -
Treating Gum Disease around Tooth Roots is Hard - but Not Impossible
posted: May 16, 2020.
Periodontal disease may start in the gums’ superficial layers, but it’s not likely to stay there. As the disease moves deeper it can wreak havoc on tooth roots and bone Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
posted: May 06, 2020.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's the Read more -
Setting the Record Straight on Root Canal Treatments
posted: Apr 26, 2020.
If there was an “Unsung Hero” award for dental procedures, the root canal treatment would win hands-down. Much aligned in popular culture, today’s root canal treatment is actually a valuable Read more -
Chronic Jaw Pain Could be Related to Other Inflammatory Conditions
posted: Apr 16, 2020.
If you're suffering from jaw pain or impaired function, it may not be the only source of chronic pain in your body. Of the millions of adults with temporomandibular joint Read more -
Developing a Good Oral Care Routine
posted: Apr 13, 2020.
Let’s brush up on the basics when it comes to caring for your smile. Although visiting your Lumberton, NC, dentist, Dr. Colin Osborne, every six months is important for maintaining healthy Read more -
Diabetes Can Make Getting an Implant Difficult, But Not Impossible
posted: Apr 06, 2020.
Over 26 million Americans have diabetes, a systemic condition that interferes with maintaining safe levels of blood sugar in the bloodstream. Over time, diabetes can begin to interfere with other Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Mar 27, 2020.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, a Read more -
The Perils of a Loose Permanent Tooth - and What to do About it
posted: Mar 17, 2020.
A loose baby tooth is normal and expected; a loose permanent tooth is quite another matter: it’s an advanced sign of disease that could lead to losing the tooth.The reasons Read more -
How Professional Teeth Whitening Can Improve Your Look
posted: Mar 13, 2020.
Do your dull teeth keep you from smiling? If so, revitalizing your look can be as easy as scheduling a teeth whitening appointment with your Lumberton, NC, dentist, Dr. Colin
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Dry Mouth Can Be More Than Just an Uncomfortable Feeling
posted: Mar 07, 2020.
We've all experienced dry mouth: that sticky, unpleasant feeling when there's not enough moisture in the mouth. For many people, though, dry mouth is a chronic problem that besides the Read more -
If You're Considering Braces, Here's How They Work
posted: Feb 26, 2020.
If you or a family member has problems with teeth alignment or your bite, you may be considering braces. This tried and true method can straighten out most smiles — Read more -
Rebuild Your Smile With Dental Implants
posted: Feb 19, 2020.
Spaces left by missing teeth can cause not only embarrassment but discomfort as well. But did you know that they could also negatively affect your oral health if left untreated? Read more -
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: Feb 16, 2020.
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals and Read more -
Here's How to Avoid Dry Socket After Tooth Extraction Surgery
posted: Feb 06, 2020.
Surgical tooth extraction is a fairly routine procedure with few complications. But one rare complication called dry socket does affect a small number of patients. Dry socket, which derives its Read more
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