Healthy Living
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
Putting an end to the desperation
Dentists play a critical role in shortening the diagnosis window for this rare autoimmune disease Read More
Dementia and dental care
Considerations for caregivers and oral health professionals Read More
A primer on fibers
Devout flossers tend to gravitate toward certain types of floss depending on thickness, texture and taste. There haven’t always been so many options. In its earliest form dating back to the 1800s, floss was made from silk. Nowadays, most floss ... Read More
Flossing alternatives
Traditional dental floss isn't the only way to clean between teeth. Here's a look at just a few alternatives: Water flossers - These appliances use a pressurized stream of water to clear food debris, plaque and bacteria from between teeth ... Read More
Much ado about flossing
To floss or not to floss — or is it that simple? Read More
When prescription drugs and saliva don’t mix
Some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the U.S. — think any of the classes with the prefix “anti” — can have an unintended side effect. Here, Texas A&M College of Dentistry faculty and residents break down this cause of dry mouth and how they help patients cope. Read More
A different kind of jaw pain
When symptoms in the head and neck point to heart attack Read More
Knowledge key in combating influenza
Pandemic flu remains a significant concern for workers and employers in health care settings. A pandemic can occur at any time and can be mild, moderate or severe. The most effective way to reduce your risk of exposure to the ... Read More