Vision and Dental Health - Videos

Can Deaths At The Dentist Be Prevented?

No one expects to die when they go to the dentist but a recent study finds that at least 31 children have died after a trip to the dentist in the last two decades. Why does this happen? Lisa Guerrero and I-Squad investigate.

Orthotic Device Helps Ease TMJ

Dr. Sid Solomon, a neuromuscular dentist, finds that Mindy suffers from misalignment of the teeth, or TMJ. He made an oral orthotic device designed to open her bite, bring her jaw forward, allow more oxygen into her airway and align her teeth.

Facebook Photo Detects Eye Disorder

When Tara posted a cute photo of her 3-year-old daughter, Rylee, on Facebook, she didn't expect the reaction she got. A friend noticed her daughter's eye had a strange glow that could indicate something is wrong. A specialist diagnosed Rylee with Coats' disease, a rare condition in which the retinal capillaries break, leaking cholesterol into the back of the eye. The cholesterol causes the retina to swell, leading to detachment of the retina.

What Is Coats' Disease?

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork demonstrates what causes Coats' disease and compares normal vision versus the vision of someone with the disease.

Health Clues Your Pupils Can Reveal

Unequal pupil size, medically referred to as anisocoria, can be a naturally occurring phenomenon. But the condition can also be a warning sign of serious health problems. Find out when pupil dilation is normal - and when it's not.

Treating Discolored Eyelids

Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon explains what can cause dark eyelids, and offers tips for preventing and reducing the discoloration.

Removing Varicose Veins Under Eyes

Plastic surgeon and vein specialist Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian performs a cutting-edge procedure to help one woman permanently remove a bulging varicose vein under her eye.

The Doctor's Pay for Family to Have Braces

Orthodontist Dr. Ruth Ross Edmonds has a special surprise for Julian and Jacqueline.

Coffee May Help Keep Eyes Healthy: Study

A team of food scientists discovered that a strong antioxidant can help prevent retinal degeneration. The retina is a thin layer of tissue made up of light-sensitive cells that need a lot of oxygen to stay strong.

Lasik Surgery After the Age of 40

Dr. Brimhall joins the More Show to talk about Lasik eye surgery and its risks when you reach 40.

Mexican Doctors Attracting More American Patients

As the U.S. works to provide better health plans for residents, some Americans are still seeking help across the border. The Atlantic spoke with a doctor who lives in Texas, but owns a dental practice in Juarez, Mexico. She says almost all of her patients are American.

Mexican Doctors Attracting More American Patients

As the U.S. works to provide better health plans for residents, some Americans are still seeking help across the border. The Atlantic spoke with a doctor who lives in Texas, but owns a dental practice in Juarez, Mexico. She says almost all of her patients are American.

Coffee May Help Keep Eyes Healthy: Study

A team of food scientists discovered that a strong antioxidant can help prevent retinal degeneration. The retina is a thin layer of tissue made up of light-sensitive cells that need a lot of oxygen to stay strong.

Can Contacts Melt on Your Eyes?

Wearing contacts in dry, hot climates can irritate the eyes, but can scorching weather cause contacts to melt? Find out! Plus, learn the essential dos and don'ts of contact lens care.

60-Minute Smile Transformation

Dr. Michael Schneider demonstrates SmileSimplicity, a painless new dental procedure that bonds ultra-thin veneers onto teeth.

Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Glaucoma

Dr. Guy Eakin, Vice President of Scientific Affairs for the BrightFocus Foundation, discusses the top five questions you should ask your doctor regarding your glaucoma diagnosis.

Digital Tech Enables Better Teeth Impressions

Traditional teeth impressions are cold and messy; new technology cleans up the process.

3D-Guided Laser Makes Cataract Removal Customizable

New 3D-guided laser surgery helps make accurate removal of cataracts from patients' eyes.

Keratoconus Procedure Explained

Rico, 24, underwent a cross-linking procedure and corneal transplant to treat keratoconus, a degenerative eye disease that causes the cornea to gradually deteriorate, resulting in severe vision loss. Ophthalmologist Dr. Ronald Gaster explains the warning signs of keratoconus and the procedures he performed to restore Rico's sight.

Treating Keratoconus

A degenerative eye disease called keratoconus has caused 24-year-old Rico to experience progressive vision loss. The condition causes the cornea to gradually deteriorate and develop an abnormal, cone-like shape. Ophthalmologist and keratoconus specialist Dr. Ronald Gaster performs a cross-linking procedure and corneal transplant to correct Rico's fading vision.

Living with Keratoconus

A degenerative eye disease called keratoconus has caused 24-year-old Rico to experience progressive vision loss for the past 10 years. The condition causes the cornea to gradually deteriorate and develop an abnormal, cone-like shape. In order to save his sight, Rico needs a corneal transplant on his left eye and a procedure called cross-linking to strengthen and stabilize the cornea of his right eye. Unable to afford the costly procedures, Rico's mother, Mabelle, reached out to The Doctors for

Lasik Surgery After the Age of 40

Dr. Brimhall joins the More Show to talk about Lasik eye surgery and its risks when you reach 40.

Buffy's Rare Dental Disorder

When Buffy first appeared on The Doctors, she said she was ashamed to go out in public and avoided going to her children's events because of a condition called amelogenesis imperfect, a tooth development disorder that caused her teeth to crack and chip.Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman said Buffy's condition was one of the worst cases he had ever seen, and estimated she would need more than $100,000 in dental work. The Doctors and Dr. Dorfman surprised Buffy by offering to treat her for free.

Buffy's Smile Makeover Reveal

Watch how cosmetic dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman and his team treat Buffy's teeth, and see her smile for the first time.

Swapping The Drill for Dental Lasers

Up to 40 million Americans avoid the dentist because of anxiety and fear, but those with dental phobias have a higher risk of gum disease and tooth loss. Check out how lasers are making trips to the dentist less painful.

Holiday Tooth-Care Tips from Working Mother

Gigi Meinecke, DMD, is a dentist in Potomac, MD, and spokesperson for the Academy of General Dentistry.

Pain-Free Dental Device Detects Cavities

A new device can reduce the need for drills and xrays by using light to detect cavities.

Rise in Pediatric Dentistry

Tooth brushing is a daily ritual, but most parents don't realize that even the tiniest teeth need a lot of TLC! Now, the American Dental Association is reporting a "dramatic rise" in the number of preschoolers requiring surgery. Dentists are performing everything from fillings and root canals to crowns and extractions. Some hospitals even have months-long wait lists. The tooth decay seen is so severe that dentists are routinely treating more than 10 baby teeth at a time.

Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Glaucoma

Dr. Guy Eakin, Vice President of Scientific Affairs for the BrightFocus Foundation, discusses the top five questions you should ask your doctor regarding your glaucoma diagnosis.

Dr. Jonathan Levine Shows Viewers How to Get a Better Smile

Celebrity Dentist Dr. Jonathan Levine is giving the greatest tools and tips on how he helps keep teeth white and clean.
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