Healthy Living
Dental emergency…or not?
As dentists switch over to emergency-only appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic, patients want to know what exactly qualifies as an emergency and where to go first. Read More
A mouthguard for all seasons
We’ve all seen them in, and sometimes out of, the mouths of scores of athletes. Clear varieties are a staple, but it’s the bright greens, blues, team colors and logos that catch our glance. Even when players are on the ... Read More
Vaping and oral health
Parents aren’t the only ones scrambling to get in front of the sudden popularity of e-cigarettes. Vaping is yet one more factor that dentists must consider as they strive to keep patients’ mouths healthy. Although the e-cig industry often claims ... Read More
Fighting a strong-willed jaw
Center for Facial Pain and Sleep Medicine: Lucy Barnett's story Read More
Finding a way to sing again
Center for Facial Pain and Sleep Medicine: Ashley Lamb's story Read More
The difference one little orthotic can make
Center for Facial Pain and Sleep Medicine: Jon Terman's story Read More
Pain, interrupted
Chronic pain in the head, neck and jaw has the power to halt life in its tracks. Just how do you stop the cycle of this invisible problem? Read More
Screening for oral cancer: A step-by-step guide for dental hygienists
Dental hygienists are on the front lines in early diagnosis and treatment of oral cancer. With the rise of oral cancer related to HPV — human papilloma virus — it is even more important that dental professionals be vigilant in ... Read More
The gift of a smile
On the home stretch to her high school graduation, Hannah McCain dreamed of one thing to make this exciting time even more special: a new smile for her prom and graduation photos. That didn’t seem likely for the 17-year-old, who ... Read More
Living with an oral mucosal disease
Care tips patients and providers should know Read More