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Wisdom Teeth Warrant Close Watch to Avoid Future Health Issues
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Jul. 12, 2021.
As permanent teeth gradually replace primary (“baby”) teeth, most will come in by early adolescence. But the back third molars—the wisdom teeth—are often the last to the party, usually erupting
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Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Jul. 02, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little through
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New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
In real life he was a hard-charging basketball player through high school and college. In TV and the movies, he has gone head-to-head with serial killers, assorted bad guys… even
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Your 'Toothache' Might Actually be Unrelated to Your Teeth
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Jun. 12, 2021.
When you see your dentist about mouth pain, you expect to hear that it's a decayed or fractured tooth, or maybe a gum infection. But you might be surprised if
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3 Quick Dental Procedures to Put the Dazzle in Your Wedding Day Smile
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Jun. 02, 2021.
The traditional June wedding season hit a bump last year during the COVID-19 pandemic as many couples down-scaled or postponed their ceremonies. But with hopes that the virus is finally
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Inform Your Dentist if You're Taking Blood Thinners
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: May 23, 2021.
Dental work isn’t performed in a vacuum — the state of your general health can have an impact on procedures and vice-versa. This is especially true if you’re taking certain
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Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: May 13, 2021.
Ever since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Show,
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What We Can Learn From Those With Chronic Jaw Pain and Discomfort
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: May 03, 2021.
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic jaw problems. These conditions cause recurring pain for 10 to 30 million Americans, especially women of childbearing
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You'll Experience Little to No Discomfort During and After Implant Surgery
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Apr. 23, 2021.
You’ve decided to obtain dental implants for your missing teeth. It’s a good choice — they provide the closest restoration to the function and appearance of natural teeth. You will,
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Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number of
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What Chrissy Teigen's Inauguration Night Cap Mishap Could Mean For You
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.
Inauguration night is usually a lavish, Washington, D.C., affair with hundreds attending inaugural balls throughout the city. And when you're an A-List celebrity whose husband is a headliner at one
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Talk With Your Dentist About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.
Dental implants are far and away the most “tooth-like” restoration available today for missing teeth. Not only do they look real, they also mimic dental anatomy in replacing the tooth
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Keep Alert to These Signs of Impending Tooth Decay
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Mar. 14, 2021.
Although preventable, the occurrences of tooth decay are all too common. Yet decay doesn’t appear out of the blue: certain mouth conditions set the disease in motion.Here are a few
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The Causes of Chronic Jaw Pain Might Be Similar To Fibromyalgia
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.
Chronic joint pain (temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD) in and of itself can make life miserable. But TMD may not be the only debilitating condition you're contending with—it's quite common
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A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, painful
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Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
Author:
Brete Moran, D.M.D., LLC.
posted: Feb. 12, 2021.
Braces are a common experience among teens and pre-teens. And although the treatment can be a major financial undertaking, more and more families pursue it to help their child attain
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