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Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Jan. 19, 2018.

Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more
How to Get That Whiter Smile
posted: Jan. 17, 2018.

Are you ready to get that visibly brighter smile that you can’t wait to show off? The mulled wine is brewing and the delicious treats are being laid out for the Read more
Why it's Worth the Effort to Save a Problem Baby Tooth
posted: Jan. 04, 2018.

There are usually two moments when primary (“baby”) teeth generate excitement in your family: when you first notice them in your child’s mouth, and when they come out (and Read more
Treating a Young, Permanent Tooth Requires a Different Approach
posted: Dec. 20, 2017.

Soon after the primary (baby) teeth begin to give way, the teeth a child will have the rest of their lives start erupting into the mouth. But while they’re Read more
Air Abrasion Could be a More Pleasant Alternative to the Dental Drill
posted: Dec. 05, 2017.

While it may not be one of your favorite features in the dental office, the dental drill is nevertheless necessary for treating problem teeth. It’s used primarily for removing Read more
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Nov. 20, 2017.

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
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
posted: Nov. 14, 2017.

How the doctors at Colonial Dental Group can help you Root canal treatment, also known as endodontics, consists of a set of procedures designed to treat soft pulp tissue. Contrary to Read more
Be Thankful for Good Oral Health
posted: Nov. 12, 2017.

In November, many of us take time to reflect on what we are most thankful for—and good health is often put at the top of the list. If your Read more
Cone Beam X-Rays can Improve Outcomes in Many Dental Situations
posted: Oct. 28, 2017.

For decades, dental x-rays have helped us accurately diagnose and treat a wide array of dental diseases and conditions. But even with recent advances in digital imaging, the traditional Read more
Your Next Dental Visit Might Save Your Life - Here's How
posted: Oct. 13, 2017.

The next time you visit your dentist you might see an item quite different from the other dental instruments and equipment in the office: a blood pressure cuff. Checking Read more
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Sep. 28, 2017.

When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read more
4 Causes for Gum Recession and What We Can Do About It
posted: Sep. 13, 2017.

If you’ve noticed some of your teeth seem to be “longer” than you remembered, it’s not because they’ve grown. Rather, your gums have shrunk back or receded to expose Read more
What are Dental Implants?
posted: Sep. 11, 2017.

Dental implants have given patients new confidence in the appearance, feel and function of their smiles. They are a reliable and permanent solution for missing teeth with a 98% success Read more
Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
posted: Aug. 29, 2017.

Some people are lucky — they never seem to have a mishap, dental or otherwise. But for the rest of us, accidents just happen sometimes. Take actor Jamie Foxx, Read more
Orthodontists can Use Other Tools with Braces for Complex Bite Problems
posted: Aug. 14, 2017.

Braces utilize the mouth’s existing teeth-moving mechanism by applying pressure in the direction of the desired movement. This is done with a wire laced through metal brackets affixed to Read more
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
posted: Aug. 06, 2017.

How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read more