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Oral Health & Dentistry

Discover the factors that can impact the lifespan of dental implants and learn how to prolong their life with tips from Smile Generation.

Force For Good

A movement can be defined as a group of people working together to advance their shared ideas. But in order to power a movement, you need a force. A force strong enough to create change. In 2021, with

Mouth Body Connection

You’ve probably heard the saying, “laughter is the best medicine.” Laughing may indeed benefit your health, and the same is true for smiling. Read on to learn some interesting facts about smiling and

Mouth Body Connection

Congratulations! You are expecting a baby and all the beautiful things that come with it. You probably are also expecting that your pregnancy hormones will cause emotional outbursts and crazy food cra
 
 

Mouth-Body Connection

Discover essential oral health tips for teens navigating puberty in Dr. Lulu Tang's guide. Learn how hormonal changes affect gum health, the importance of early dental visits, and how to recognize warning signs of gum disease. Empower your teen with healthy dental habits for a lifetime of smiles.
Your oral and overall health have a definite relationship, which we call the Mouth-Body Connection® (MBC). With over two decades of research on the topic, we know much of this link has to do with infl
Men and women have many similarities when it comes to their oral health. For example, they have the same anatomy, gum tissue, and number of teeth.  However, there are also some differences in ora
 
 

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Force for Good

Learn how the Smile Generation partners with Special Olympics to support Special Smiles.
Learn how We Serve volunteers bring oral care to underserved communities around the world.
Learn about our history of donated dental services at Smile Generation Serve Days.
 

Oral Health & Dentistry

Learn all about dentigerous cysts, a type of oral cyst that forms around impacted teeth. This comprehensive guide covers causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of early detection to prevent complications like tooth loss and jaw fractures.
Find out if you should go to the dentist with a cold, sore throat or stuffy nose, or if it's convenient to cancel your dentist appointment.
Discover how salivary diagnostics are revolutionizing oral health by detecting early signs of periodontal disease with a simple 30-second screening. Learn how measuring aMMP-8 levels can lead to better prevention, treatment, and overall dental care
 
 

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Learn all about dentigerous cysts, a type of oral cyst that forms around impacted teeth. This comprehensive guide covers causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of early detection to prevent complications like tooth loss and jaw fractures.
Find out if you should go to the dentist with a cold, sore throat or stuffy nose, or if it's convenient to cancel your dentist appointment.
Discover how salivary diagnostics are revolutionizing oral health by detecting early signs of periodontal disease with a simple 30-second screening. Learn how measuring aMMP-8 levels can lead to better prevention, treatment, and overall dental care