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Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
- posted: Aug. 11, 2020
Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read More
Even All-Natural Fruit Juices Could Raise Your Child's Risk for Tooth Decay
- posted: Aug. 01, 2020
The amount of sugar your child consumes has a huge bearing on their tooth decay risk: The more they take in, the higher it is for this destructive disease. Read More
Use This Product to Check Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
- posted: Jul. 22, 2020
So…you faithfully brush and floss your teeth every day. Kudos to you! Along with regular dental visits, daily hygiene is the best thing you can do to keep your Read More
Here's the Scoop on Your Upcoming Root Canal
- posted: Jul. 12, 2020
You might be a bit apprehensive if your dentist recommends a root canal treatment, especially if it's your first. That's understandable: Popular culture has portrayed the root canal as Read More
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
- posted: Jul. 02, 2020
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read More
Think Twice Before Considering Botox for Chronic Jaw Pain Relief
- posted: Jun. 22, 2020
Chronic jaw pain can be an unnerving experience that drains the joy out of life. And because of the difficulty in controlling it patients desperate for relief may tread Read More
Get a Look at Your Future Makeover Look Now with a 'Trial Smile'
- posted: Jun. 12, 2020
You've reached a decision—that old, unattractive smile has to go. You're ready for a complete makeover—and the field of cosmetic dentistry has the materials, techniques and equipment to make Read More
Porcelain Veneers Could Change Your Smile and Your Life!
- posted: Jun. 02, 2020
If you have a less than attractive smile due to some moderate imperfections, dental veneers may be the answer. This relatively inexpensive dental restoration may be the key to Read More
What's That on Your Teeth, Nick Jonas? How to Avoid a Similar Smile Oops
- posted: May 23, 2020
Think no one is looking at your smile when you’re out in public? Nick Jonas’ recent experience might convince you otherwise. While the Jonas Brothers were performing during the Read More
3 Reasons a Root Canal Treatment Might Fail and What You Can Do About It
- posted: May 13, 2020
It's not an exaggeration to say the modern root canal treatment has saved millions of teeth over the last century. Without this procedure, there's not a lot we can Read More
Without Prompt Intervention, Gum Disease Could Damage Tooth Roots
- posted: May 03, 2020
Periodontal (gum) disease often involves more than gum inflammation. The real danger is what this bacterial infection may be doing to tissues beneath the gum line—including tooth roots and Read More
Friendly Bacteria Can Help Protect Our Mouths From Disease
- posted: Apr. 23, 2020
If you know anything about dental disease, then you know bacteria ranks high on the Usual Suspects list. Tooth decay gets its start from acid produced by bacteria; periodontal Read More
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
- posted: Apr. 13, 2020
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read More
These High-Tech Tools Help Your Veneers Look Attractive and Natural
- posted: Apr. 03, 2020
Porcelain veneers have been used for several decades to enhance a dental patient's smile. These thin wafers of color-matched dental porcelain are bonded to the visible surface of teeth Read More
Extracting a Tooth is a Routine Procedure
- posted: Mar. 24, 2020
Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with Read More
One Visit May Be All You Need to Restore a Chipped Tooth
- posted: Mar. 14, 2020
As tough as teeth are, life can take its toll on them and sometimes lead to parts of them chipping off. Although it might not affect a tooth's overall Read More
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Michael J Morris, DDS
Spring, TX 77379
