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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Dec. 16, 2020.
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read more -
An Oral Irrigator Could Make Flossing Easier for You
posted: Dec. 06, 2020.
If we were playing word association with the term “oral hygiene,” you'd probably answer “brushing.” And you would be right—brushing cleans tooth surfaces of accumulated bacterial plaque, a thin Read more -
Here's Why Smoking Can Be Hazardous to Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 26, 2020.
During his exploration of the Americas, Christopher Columbus encountered a native in a canoe loaded with water, food and a strange bunching of leaves. This marked the first European Read more -
How to Avoid This Painful Condition After Tooth Extraction
posted: Nov. 16, 2020.
Dentists and oral surgeons remove millions of teeth every year, most without any adverse aftereffects. But about 2% of patients experience a dry socket, a condition that, although not Read more -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Nov. 05, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read more -
Targeted Tooth Removal Could Aid Treatment for Certain Bite Problems
posted: Oct. 26, 2020.
Before we begin correcting a malocclusion (poor dental bite), we need to ask a few questions: How extensive is the malocclusion? How far must we move the teeth to Read more -
Things To Know Before Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Extracted
posted: Oct. 21, 2020.
Are you about to get your wisdom teeth extracted? Here’s what to expect. For people needing to get wisdom teeth extractions here in Ajax, ON, our dentists Dr. Saeid Jafarpour, Read more -
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
posted: Oct. 16, 2020.
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should Read more -
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Oct. 06, 2020.
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in Read more -
Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You
posted: Sep. 26, 2020.
Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Read more -
Direct Veneers Offer a Quick and Affordable Alternative to Traditional Veneers
posted: Sep. 16, 2020.
Orthodontics, veneers and other cosmetic dental techniques can turn a less than perfect smile into a beautiful one—but not always very quickly. For example, porcelain veneers can take weeks Read more -
It's Time for Football! Is Your Favorite Player's Mouth Fully Protected?
posted: Sep. 06, 2020.
It's September—and that means football season is underway. Whether you're playing, spectating or managing a fantasy team, the action is about to ramp up. Unfortunately, increased “action” also includes Read more -
Studies Show Vaping May Not Be Safer for Oral Health Than Tobacco
posted: Aug. 27, 2020.
There's ample evidence tobacco smoking increases your risk for tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But the same may be true for electronic cigarettes (E-cigs): Although millions have turned Read more -
Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
posted: Aug. 17, 2020.
If you're well past your teen years, you probably have several reasons for not straightening your crooked smile: the expense, the time and the embarrassment of being a 30-, Read more -
2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
posted: Aug. 07, 2020.
While retainers are often viewed as a nuisance, they’re crucial to protect the gains made with bite correction. Without them, all of the progress achieved through braces or clear Read more -
Enjoy Your Ice Cream - But Just a Little for Your Dental Health's Sake
posted: Jul. 28, 2020.
If you love ice cream, then you'll get a kick out of this: Your favorite treat has its own month. That's right, July is National Ice Cream Month, when Read more
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