dental health

  1. Dental & Vision

    Dental risk: How to prevent oral cancer

    By Barbara Alden Wilson on Jan 10, 2012
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    It’s a cancer you’ve probably never even thought about: oral cancer. But it kills twice as many women as cervical cancer does each...
  2. Dental & Vision

    Mouthguards aren't just for contact sports anymore

    By Jessica Padykula on Nov 17, 2011
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    If you think mouthguards are only necessary in contact sports to ensure your pearly whites stay put, think again. According to...
  3. Wellness

    Sherri Shepherd expresses her view on health and happiness

    By Tracy E. Hopkins on Oct 14, 2011
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    As a talk show host, comedian and actress, Sherri Shepherd’s smile is her moneymaker, so she makes sure her teeth always look their...
  4. Makeup & Skin Care

    Mouth sore treatments for the family

    By Christina Caldwell on Sep 1, 2011
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    Mouth sores can really put a damper on your day, not to mention the week or so they take to heal. Eating becomes a chore, and tasks...
  5. Makeup & Skin Care

    Mouth sore basics: How to prevent, treat and conceal

    By Mary Fetzer on Sep 1, 2011
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    Mouth sores -- particularly, cold sores -- afflict millions of people. Don’t let them get you down: Learn how to prevent, treat and...
  6. Dental & Vision

    Expert tips for getting the smile you want

    By Jessica Padykula on Aug 16, 2011
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    You brush your teeth, you floss (most of the time), but you’re still not entirely satisfied with your smile. If that sounds like...
  7. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    A healthy smile means healthy self-esteem

    By Jessica Padykula on Aug 15, 2011
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    A white smile doesn’t just indicate healthy teeth and gums; your dental health also plays a significant role in how confident you...
  8. Dental & Vision

    What your mouth says about your health

    By Barbara Alden Wilson on Aug 8, 2011
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    Your dental hygienist can tell a lot about your health as soon as she looks at your mouth – no need for you to say a word. These...
  9. Dental & Vision

    5 Bad dental habits to break right now

    By Barbara Alden Wilson on Aug 8, 2011
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    Are you in the habit of brushing your teeth extra-hard or extra-often? Do you like to use bleaching products regularly? Do you find...
  10. Dental & Vision

    The dangers of teeth whitening

    By Kristen Fischer on Aug 8, 2011
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    Think teeth whitening is safe because you purchased an over-the-counter toothpaste? If you bleach, beware!
  11. Tweens, Teens & College

    Consequences of junk food for teens

    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Aug 4, 2011
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    Junk foods such as candy, sodas and greasy snacks can be detrimental for people of all ages, but the consequences for teens are...
  12. Dental & Vision

    Best dental treatments to straighten your teeth

    By Dr. Dan Marut, DMD on Aug 1, 2011
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    Today’s top fashion accessory is one you can take with you anytime and anywhere. No, it’s not the hottest new hemline off the runway...
  13. Conditions

    12 Health screenings women need

    By Jody Oomen-Early, PhD, MS, CHES on Apr 18, 2011
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    Being a woman today often means keeping track of schedules and deadlines. With so much to do, and so little time to do it, we often...
  14. Children's Diseases & Illnesses

    Dental health: 5 Ways to prevent childhood tooth decay

    By Stephanie Taylor Christensen on Apr 8, 2011
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    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tooth decay is the most common chronic infectious disease in...
  15. Dental & Vision

    Bad breath and what to do about it

    By Kori Ellis on Feb 4, 2011
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    Millions of people suffer from chronic bad breath (halitosis). Let's talk about the causes of bad breath and what you can do about it.
  16. Dental & Vision

    Good oral hygiene

    By Mary Fetzer on Feb 4, 2011
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    Are you determined to get healthier this year? Then put your money where your mouth is. Good oral hygiene is an easy (and...
  17. Dental & Vision

    Fluoride and drinking water: An ongoing controversy

    By Kim Grundy on Feb 3, 2011
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    Fluoride has been added to drinking water in the United States for 65 years to prevent tooth decay, however, many people question if...
  18. Dental & Vision

    Teeth grinding: More than an audible nuisance

    By Kim Grundy on Feb 3, 2011
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    Teeth grinding may sound bad to the person sleeping next to you, however, many sufferers do not even know they are doing it until...
  19. Dental & Vision

    When to take tooth sensitivity seriously

    By Mary Fetzer on Feb 3, 2011
    Roughly 45 million Americans experience tooth sensitivity at some point in their lives. Are sensitive teeth just uncomfortable, or...
  20. Heart Health

    10 Surprising things that are good for your heart

    By Lisa Armstrong on Jan 13, 2011
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    Exercise and a balanced diet are well-known factors that improve heart health, but there are many other lifestyle factors that can...
  21. Exercise & Fitness

    Men’s health: 10 health products for your man

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Dec 24, 2010
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    As the New Year rings in, you're likely already thinking about the many ways you can improve your health, boost your fitness and...