Smiles are interesting and surprisingly complex. Did you know that children, on average, smile 400 times a day while adults typically only smile 20 times a day? When we smile we use the zygomaticus major muscle to control the corners of the mouth and the orbicularis occuli muscle around our eyes. Scientists have done studies […]
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A new study from the University of Buffalo says that 41 percent of scuba divers surveyed reported dental symptoms such as pain in the teeth or jaws and some reported loosened crowns while diving. One of the respondents reported actually losing a dental filling during a dive. Barodontalgia, sometimes more casually referred to as ‘tooth
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Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world. It’s the cheapest, requires the least amount of equipment and you can do it pretty much anywhere. There are many different types of aches and pains that runners both new and experienced often face, but one that often goes overlooked is pain
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Sometimes news travels via word of mouth that can help change lives for the better. But other times, the message can get cloudy and convoluted along the way, and it takes some research to sort out the fact from the fiction. Here are a few common myths about smile makeovers: Full Mouth Reconstruction vs. Smile
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When you walk down the toothpaste aisle, the number of choices can be overwhelming. But, on closer inspection, you’re really only choosing from varieties of the same mint flavors. Peppermint, Spearmint, Cinnamint, Cool Mint, and the list truly could go on. It all started in the medieval times. People used mint leaves to freshen their
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500,000 Americans a year receive dental implants to replace lost teeth. These implants are anchored permanently in the jaw where the root used to be and act just as normal teeth do. Many people report a huge increase in their quality of life after getting implants due to a more confident smile, easier chewing, speaking
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Disney Research and ETH Zurich, a STEM university located in Switzerland, have made a breakthrough in the world of CGI. Computer-generated imagery is used in creating characters and entire worlds in video games, movies, television, commercials, videos and more. In CGI, the human face is one area audiences pay close attention to in regards to
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Smiles are sometimes said to be the key to confidence. No one wants to feel uncomfortable or self-conscious when smiling. But, in a culture that loves consuming coffee, wine, and other tooth staining delicacies it can be hard to keep teeth looking their best. It seems to be common knowledge things like coffee, wine, sodas
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Regular bedtime reading has been shown to lead to better parent-child relationships and to boost brain development. Children find it very soothing and often themes in books can help them deal with the problems they face during their daily lives. It can be hard being a kid when things are constantly changing and evolving as
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The Temporomandibular Joint sounds like a huge, complicated thing but it’s actually really simple. Place your fingers just in front of your ears and open your mouth. You should be able to feel the joint move under your fingertips. This is the TMJ. This joint connects the jaw to the skull. TMJ disorders can also
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