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Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
posted: Aug 23, 2019.
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, for Read more -
There's a Good Reason for Adults to Consider Orthodontics - Better Oral Health
posted: Aug 13, 2019.
You’ve had crooked teeth since you could remember. Perhaps you and your parents talked about braces when you were a teenager, but it never happened. Now you’re well into your Read more -
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
posted: Aug 12, 2019.
Periodontal disease, more commonly known as gum disease, is a very serious problem in the U.S. today. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that nearly half
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Don't Let Gum Disease Cut Short Your Implant's Service Life
posted: Aug 03, 2019.
Among dental restorations, implants are the closest prosthetic we have to real teeth. They not only replace the visible crown, but the titanium post imbedded in the jawbone adequately substitutes Read more -
Your Regular Dental Visits Might Change if You've had Gum Disease
posted: Jul 24, 2019.
Periodontal (gum) disease is as common as it is destructive. Almost half of all adults 30 and older have some form—and those numbers increase to nearly three-quarters by age 65.Fortunately, Read more -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Jul 14, 2019.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Chara Read more -
To Extract or not Extract? The Big Decision About Your Child's Wisdom Teeth
posted: Jul 04, 2019.
Your child's permanent teeth come in gradually, starting just as they begin losing their primary ("baby") teeth and not ending until late adolescence or early adulthood. That's when the third Read more -
Don't Let Your Loose Tooth Become a Lost Tooth
posted: Jun 24, 2019.
Discovering a loose tooth can be exciting — if you're six, that is, and anticipating a windfall from the tooth fairy. If you're an adult, a loose tooth is a Read more -
Preserving the Pulp is Priority One with a Newly Erupted Permanent Tooth
posted: Jun 14, 2019.
The change from primary teeth to permanent is an announcement to the world that a boy or girl is "growing up." "Growing up," though, is still not "grown"—the new teeth Read more -
Does Your Child Have Gum Disease?
posted: Jun 12, 2019.
To learn more about gum disease and how to guard against it, talk to Dr. Thurman-Taylor and Dr. Ketchem for tips and strategies on oral hygiene and diet at home. Call the office today at (816) 537-6161 to book your child's routine check-up and hygienic cleaning.
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How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: Jun 04, 2019.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his hit Read more -
A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
posted: May 25, 2019.
Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early?The answer is yes — premature Read more -
The Benefits of Dental Sealants
posted: May 22, 2019.
As you can see, plastic sealants are a wonderful tool that your dentist can use to keep your children's teeth bright and healthy. For more information, ask us at your child's next routine visit. To book that appointment, please call TLC Family Dentistry at (816) 537-6161.
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4 Problem Areas That Could Affect Your Child's Teeth
posted: May 15, 2019.
While they're resilient, your child's teeth aren't invincible. Daily hygiene and regular dental visits are important, but you should also be alert for problems and take action when they arise.Here Read more -
Braces Take Advantage of Teeth's Natural Ability to Move
posted: May 05, 2019.
There are many new and exciting ways now to transform an unattractive smile into one you'll be confident to display. But not all “smile makeover” techniques are new — one Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: Apr 25, 2019.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Lipa Read more
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