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Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
posted: Oct. 24, 2021.
It's normal for people to breathe through their nose. And for good reason: Nasal breathing filters contaminants, warms and humidifies incoming air, and helps generate beneficial nitric oxide. Chronic mouth Read more -
That Space Between Your Front Teeth May be Caused by Overgrown Muscle
posted: Oct. 14, 2021.
The various structures in your mouth — your teeth and gums, of course, as well as periodontal tissues that hold teeth in place within the jaw — all function together Read more -
MAFS Star Jake Edwards Undergoes a Smile Makeover And Helps Others Along the Way
posted: Oct. 04, 2021.
A year ago, former Australian footballer Jake Edwards got married. On television. To a woman he'd just met. No, not in a Vegas wedding chapel—it was all part of a Read more -
Don't Delay Treatment of Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 24, 2021.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a bacterial infection, which if left untreated could cause gum recession, bone loss and eventually tooth loss. Caused mainly by plaque left on tooth surfaces from Read more -
Dental Implants for Missing Teeth
posted: Sep. 15, 2021.
A dental implant is a replacement option for your missing tooth. The implants can replace both the tooth’s crown and root with metal screw-like posts, mimicking the root and supporting Read more -
Avoid Bone Loss around Tooth Roots through Regular Dental Care
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious matter. Not only can it wreak havoc with your gums, it could also cause bone loss in the jaw that supports your teeth.Gum disease Read more -
Temporary Smiles for Teens Waiting on Dental Implants
posted: Sep. 04, 2021.
Here's some good news: Teenagers are less likely than adults to lose teeth to dental disease. But there's also a flip side. Teens can still lose teeth, more likely from Read more -
Crown Lengthening for a Less Gummy Smile
posted: Aug. 26, 2021.
Do your gums overshadow your teeth when you smile? Ashcraft Morgan Dental can assist you with your cosmetic dentistry concerns in Russellville, AR. Dr. Richard Morgan will make your gums Read more -
How AFV's Alfonso Ribeiro Saved His Tooth
posted: Aug. 25, 2021.
Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's the Read more -
Not Jazzed About Wearing Braces? Consider Clear Aligners Instead
posted: Aug. 15, 2021.
Wearing orthodontic braces brings challenges to daily life. During treatment a patient will need to avoid certain foods and habits, take more time to brush and floss properly, and may Read more -
There Are a Several Possible Causes for a Gummy Smile
posted: Aug. 05, 2021.
Besides straight and translucent teeth, an attractive smile has another important component: balance. In a great smile, the visible areas of the teeth and gums are in balanced proportion to Read more -
See Your Dentist if You Have one of these Top 3 Oral Problems
posted: Jul. 26, 2021.
For years people tuned in to enjoy one of David Letterman's "Top 10 lists," a frequent gag performed on his show Late Night. Each countdown list poked fun at off-the-wall Read more -
Neil Patrick Harris: What the Oscars Host Treasures Most
posted: Jul. 16, 2021.
A few days before the Oscars, Vanity Fair magazine asked Academy Awards host Neil Patrick Harris to name his most treasured possession. Was it his Tony award statuette for best Read more -
See How Well You're Removing Plaque With a Disclosing Agent
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
You've just finished your daily brushing and flossing. How did you do? Swiping your tongue across your teeth can generally tell you: It's a good sign if it glides smoothly; Read more -
Finding and Treating a Cracked Tooth Early is Key to its Survival
posted: Jun. 26, 2021.
While most tooth loss stems from dental disease or injury, another major cause is a condition known as cracked tooth syndrome. What begins as a microscopic crack in an individual Read more -
Transform Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jun. 16, 2021.
You have a problem with your teeth. Functionally, there's nothing wrong with them — but it's another story when you look in the mirror: discoloration, wearing or maybe a slight Read more