When you have a wisdom tooth removed, the ache should quickly recede from memory. But some people develop a painful complication called dry socket. Allowing the wound to heal undisturbed can help prevent dry socket, said Dr. Michael Ellis, an associate professor with Texas A&M College of Dentistry. When a tooth is removed, a blood […]
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In this age of do-it-yourself everything, orthodontists say teeth straightening is one task you should leave to the professionals. Inspired by social media, some people are turning to rubber bands, fishing line and paper clips to perfect their own pearly whites — a practice that orthodontists warn could lead to gum irritation, misalignment and tooth
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Here’s a horror story straight out of your weirdest Mountain Dew-fueled nightmare: An Alaskan dentist recently charged with Medicaid fraud is also accused of pulling out an unconscious patient’s tooth while on a hoverboard. Radical! On Monday, Seth Lookhart was charged with 17 counts of Medicaid fraud and “unlawful dental acts” after he allegedly billed
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Do you wake up with a sore jaw and headaches or have you noticed tiny fractures in your teeth? You may be grinding your teeth. Many people grind their teeth at night, and some may not be aware they are doing it, according to American Dental Association Spokesperson and dentist Maria Lopez Howell. She says many times
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Sorting your way through the wide array of insurers and the bewildering number of policies in the marketplace can be an overwhelming proposition. But it can be made a little easier by following some simple steps, which are designed to get you thinking about what you need covered by a policy and which insurer is
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Commuters through the Brisbane CBD will be impacted by road closures this Easter holiday as hard demolition preparations for the Queen’s Wharf redevelopment starts. Margaret St from the Riverside Expressway to George St will be shut from Thursday this week through to Tuesday as developers erect safety hoarding below the Margaret St overpass. State Development Minister
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Researchers have discovered ancient dental fillings in northern Italy, the world’s oldest. The fillings were found inside a pair of 13,000-year-old front teeth. They were made of bitumen, a semi-solid form of petroleum. Each of the two teeth feature large cavities. Marking on the walls of the holes suggest the cavities were hollowed out and
You may assume you should have a dental check-up every six months, but some people may not need to go so often and others may need more frequent checks. Your dentist will suggest when you should have your next check-up based on how good your oral health is. The time between check-ups can vary from