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Dental Insurance 101 (Dental Insurance Plans Vary Significantly) -
 - Steve Thompson DDS (220)   
Steve Thompson DDS is a Plano Dentist. Imagecare Dental serves several thousand patients in the North DFW area.
Traditional Dental Insurance was introduced about forty years ago and at that time, the average annual benefit was around $1000. Dentistry has progressed significantly since then, but... ( added 8 days 15 hours ago.) |
Establishing Healthy Dental Habits in Children -
- Steve Thompson DDS (220)
In the past decade, our society has woken up to the benefits of establishing healthy dental habits at an early age. The question arises, 'how soon should one start and what are some dental habits that one needs to instill in one's children?
Children need to start brushing their teeth, twice... ( added 8 days 15 hours ago.) |
Mercury Tooth Fillings Are Poisonous -
Howard Jamison (344)    
Howard Jamison 
As reported in the news recently, the FDA has issued a final regulation classifying dental amalgam without calling for stringent precautions for pregnant women and children - even though last June a court settlement filed by the Consumers for Dental Choice required the FDA to withdraw claims of... ( added 13 days 21 hours ago.) |
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Is There A Cure For Toothache? -
- John Williamson (50)
Sleepless nights, loss of appetite and migraines are a few of the ailments that come with toothache pain. As it comes with no warning, this kind of pain can strike you anywhere and anytime. It may start with a slight tingling sensation that can exponentially evolve into an excruciating throbbing... ( added 1 day 6 hours ago.) |
Teeth Whitening - One Trick to Whiten Your Teeth at Home and Save Money -
Samantha Whiller (1,098) 
Whiter and brighter smile is the first thing people notice when they meet someone. Everyone is striving to get whiter teeth but not everyone succeeds equally. And there are a few reasons for this. Teeth whitening can be quite expensive if you want it done professionally at a dentist office.
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Stop Toothache In Its Tracks -
John Williamson (50)
Toothache strikes us anywhere and anytime, without warning. This pain will be from a slight tinge to excruciatingly intolerable. But before we start having sleepless nights and swollen faces, there are a lot of ways to stop toothache on its tracks. Of which, many are just home made recipes using... ( added 2 days 22 hours ago.) |
Teeth Whitening - How to Remove Teeth Stains With the Best Teeth Whitening Products -
Samantha Whiller (1,098)
Teeth whitening products are literally flooding the beauty market in America as well as in Europe. The reason for such great demand is clear - in our harsh society where your image means almost everything for your success it is extremely important to make a great impression. When you go for a job... ( added 11 days 21 hours ago.) |
Choose Professionals For All Your Dentistry Needs In The Marlborough Area -
Jenny Pilley (14)
We are all aware of the different ways we can look after our health and there are many campaigns that provide information on a variety of ways to maintain a healthy heart, lungs, weight and even skin.
One area that we all need to be aware of is how important it is to look after our teeth.... ( added 18 days ago.) |
The Most Commonly Treated Orthodontic Problems in Children and Adults -
Avis Ward (11,455)   
Avis Ward
All orthodontic conditions are as unique and varied as the patients involved, but there are some problems seen more frequently than others. These, too, vary with the patient base. For example, the most common problems for adults are different from those of children. The most common problems can... ( added 2 years 183 days ago.) |
Do Not Swallow! -
- Barbara Peterson (582) 
Barbara Peterson
There are some things we take for granted. One of these things is what the American Dental Association says is okay to put in our mouths everyday, at least twice a day, several minutes at a time. I have followed the ADA's instructions for dental hygiene for 50+ years, faithfully, dutifully, and... ( added 1 year 198 days ago.) |
Mouth Protection During Sports -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Dental injuries are the most common type of injuries to the face, and 60% of facial injuries occur during sports practice. An athlete is 60 times more likely to suffer damage to the teeth when not wearing a mouth guard. The risk increases if the patient is wearing orthodontic appliances such as... ( added 2 years 168 days ago.) |
Is Tongue Piercing for You? -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Certain types of body piercing have existed continuously since ancient times. Today, in most cultures, body piercing has become more acceptable in the general population than ever before in history. Tongue piercing is especially popular with teens and young adults. Tongues are typically... ( added 2 years 170 days ago.) |
Less of a Tin Grin (Advances in Braces) -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Today, advances in materials and techniques for use in outer space and in computers are changing the way your orthodontist improves your smile. If you're considering braces and thinking of pictures of your parents, or even your grandparents, with smiles full of metal, think again. New options in... ( added 2 years 175 days ago.) |
Choosing the best Toothpaste -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Thanks to better care and technological advances, more people than ever before are keeping their teeth throughout their lives. The most important thing you can do to make sure you're one of those who keep their natural teeth is to brush and floss regularly. Most dental decay is caused by... ( added 2 years 177 days ago.) |
Effects of Tobacco on Oral Health -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
In the United States alone, tobacco use is responsible for one in five deaths, primarily from cardiovascular diseases, lung cancer, other types of cancer and respiratory diseases. In North America, approximately 75% of all oral cancers are associated with tobacco use and alcohol consumption. At... ( added 2 years 180 days ago.) |
Keeping Your Child Healthy: Brush That Tongue, Son -
Ronyae (4,519)
As I started composing this submission, I was reminded of a commercial I once saw: a man opens his mouth, and an alarm sounds letting him know that there's trouble brewing inside his mouth. It was funny at first. But the truth to the matter is how much your health is affected by not taking care... ( added 45 days 2 hours ago.) |
Too Much Soda Pop Weakens Tooth Enamel -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
We all know too much sugar can cause caries which require dental
fillings. In conversations with people in America and other countries,
not once has anyone said to me they like going to the dentist! But, our oral
habits prove otherwise. Things we consume and allow our children to
consume have... ( added 121 days 1 hour ago.) |
Crowded Spaces -
- Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
"If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then smiles must be subtle doorways." -Avis Ward When teeth do not fit in the arches as they should and are crooked, this is known as crowding . There are cases when the teeth have too much space between them, also. This is called spacing or diastemas .... ( added 1 year 22 days ago.) |
Phase II Orthodontic Treatment: Another Set of Braces? -
- Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
The goal of Phase II Treatment is to position all the permanent teeth to maximize their appearance and function. This is best accomplished with full braces or Invisalign and is usually between 12-18 months long. Due to the improvements made in Phase I Treatment, Phase II Treatment requires less... ( added 1 year 147 days ago.) |
Adults Are Asking, "Why Braces?" -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
People whose bites are normal probably take eating for granted. But for the many adults and children who have bite and jaw problems, the simple act of eating can be an ordeal three times a day. Today, thanks to the art and science of orthodontics, eating and smiling can be a pleasure!... ( added 1 year 311 days ago.) |
How Does A Dentist Find Mouth Cancer -
Noah Salzman (24)
If you're looking to answer the question: " How Does A Dentist Find Mouth Cancer ," you are obviously concerned about certain pimples, lesions, canker sores, swelling or other disturbing signs that something may be developing in your mouth. First of all, if you don't smoke, you can start to... ( added 2 years 14 days ago.) |
Fluoride Facts for the Family -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Cavities used to be a fact of life. But over the past few decades, tooth decay has been reduced dramatically. The key reason: fluoride. Research has shown that fluoride reduces cavities in both children and adults. It also helps repair the early stages of tooth decay even before the decay becomes... ( added 2 years 81 days ago.) |
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A Brief History of Orthodontics -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Oral hygiene and fixing teeth have been around for millennia. Researchers have found dental floss and toothpick grooves in the teeth of prehistoric humans and archaeologists have discovered mummified remains with crude metal bands on individual teeth. They surmise that catgut was used on these... ( added 2 years 101 days ago.) |
The Classes of Malocclusion in Orthodontics -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
The technical term for orthodontic dental and facial irregularities is malocclusion, which literally means 'bad bite.' Malocclusion involves the misalignment of the teeth and jaws and/or an incorrect relationship between the upper and lower dental arches. Malocclusion can be dental, where the... ( added 2 years 108 days ago.) |
Oral Cancer — Causes and Symptoms -
Avis Ward (11,455)
Avis Ward
Worldwide, there are 350,000 to 400,000 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed each year. Even with today's medical and dental advances, this number hasn't improved significantly in years. Oral cancer is particularly dangerous for two reasons: 1) it is routinely discovered late in its development and... ( added 2 years 128 days ago.) |
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