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Flash Blindness Dangers

Learn about the dangers of flash blindness and what you can do to prevent it.

New Health Trend: Dentists Detecting Diseases

Next time you open up and say ahhh at the dentist you may be in for more than just a teeth cleaning! How about a check of your blood pressure? Your glucose levels? Even HIV testing! Yes!! Some dentists are detecting diseases with in addition to your typical teeth cleaning. Some are even teaming up with primary care physicians, psychologists, and other specialists, to ensure you get the care you need.

3 Teeth-Damaging Foods

Aesthetic and implant specialist Dr. Thanos Kristallis shares three foods that may be putting a dent in your dental care. Plus, learn why rushing to brush your teeth may do more harm than good.

3 Healthy Habits That Could Be Damaging Your Teeth

Find out why that healty fruit smoothie might be doing a number on your teeth. Plus, two other habits could cause trouble with your pearly whites.

3 Healthy Habits That Could Be Damaging Your Teeth

Find out why that healty fruit smoothie might be doing a number on your teeth. Plus, two other habits could cause trouble with your pearly whites.

Dangers of Dental Grills

Executive editor of RumorFix.com Richard Ayoub joins The Doctors to help sort fact from fiction regarding the latest celebrity health rumors. Find out if Madonna allows her 8-year-old son to wear a gold-plated mouth grill. Plus, board-certified periodontist Dr. Sanda Moldovan explains the potential dangers of wearing the flashy dental jewelry.

Dr. Harold Katz Gives JD the Bad Breath Test

Dentist Dr. Harold Katz explains some of the causes of bad breath and some of the best remedies to get rid of it. He even gives JD the bad breath test.

Myth or Reality: Root Canals Linked to Cancer?

A quick search of the Internet can turn up millions of results claiming that root canals lead to a cancer diagnosis. Endodontist Dr. Alex Parsi joins The Doctors to set the record straight.

How to Properly Care for Your Contacts

Erin and her new daughter, Madison, join the show to describe the painstaking treatment she's been undergoing for months to help restore her vision, after an amoeba from the tap water Erin was using to store her contact lenses infected her eye and began to attack to her cornea.

The Three Types of Tears

Learn about the three types of tears humans produce.

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.

"Bad" Smile: How to Fix Crooked Teeth

Urologist Dr. Jennifer Berman feels like her top front teeth are progressively getting more crooked, and her bottom teeth are crowded. She pays a visit to dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman and orthodontist Dr. Dan Grauer to learn more about a custom technique that aims to improve her smile and her confidence.

A Hidden Fix for Crooked Teeth

Urologist Dr. Jennifer Berman feels like her top front teeth are progressively getting more crooked, and her bottom teeth are crowded. Orthodontist Dr. Dan Grauer explains the custom technique he would use to fix Dr. Berman's teeth and shares who would be the best candidate for the procedure.

Burning Tongue Syndrome Explained

Dentist Dr. Joel Laudenbach examines Leland to determine the underlying cause of his burning tongue syndrome.

The Cause of Burning Tongue Syndrome

Dentist Dr. Joel Laudenbach reveals a possible cause of Leland's burning mouth syndrome.

New Gum Could Prevent Plaque on Teeth

Chew on this: a piece of gum that could get rid of the harmful plaque that builds up on your teeth. Military doctors are working with experts around the country to make that possible.

4 Tips for Whitening Teeth Safely

Think leaving those white strips on longer will bring better results? Nope, says Dr. Lorraine Hindy, DMD. Find out what else you need to steer clear off when you're looking to brighten those pearly whites.

Recreating a Lost Eye: Giving Devyn Her Baby Blues Back

We'll introduce you to a toddler who lost her eye and show you how doctors and artists worked together to give little Devyn her "baby blues" back. .

Rocio's New Smile

Rocio underwent a cutting-edge procedure to correct her receding gum line. See her new, post-surgery smile!

Receding Gum Lift Procedure Explained

Dentist Dr. John Chao explains a cutting-edge surgical procedure to correct receding gums. Learn how it works.

Cutting-Edge Receding Gum Lift Procedure

Watch as Dr. John Chao performs the receding gum lift procedure on Rocio. This video contains footage from a live surgical procedure. Viewer discretion is advised.

How Drugs Damaged a Former Model's Smile

Paula, 51, had always been tall, thin and beautiful. At 16, she became a model, but her life took a U-turn at 24, when she was introduced to methamphetamines. Learn about the family trauma that sparked Paula's downward spiral into drugs and alcohol.

Paula's Extreme Mouth Makeover!

Paula, who fought her way out of drug and alcohol addiction, has lost most of her teeth. She says she only has about 10 teeth left, and avoids smiling at all costs. The Doctors send Paula to see periodontist Dr. Sanda Moldovan and dentist Dr. Eddie Siman for a groundbreaking new treatment to restore Paula's smile.

Smile Makeover Revealed!

Paula, who fought her way out of drug and alcohol addiction, has lost most of her teeth. She says she only has about 10 teeth left, and avoids smiling at all costs. The Doctors send Paula to see periodontist Dr. Sanda Moldovan and dentist Dr. Eddie Siman for a groundbreaking new treatment to restore Paula's smile. Paula reveals her brand-new smile! Plus, learn how fixing your teeth can change your whole appearance.

70% of Adults Suffer from Digital Eye Strain

Peering into smartphones and tablets all day (and night!) can lead to what doctors are calling "digital eye strain." Now the Vision Council reports 70% of adults suffer from this condition. But there are ways to ease your tired eyes!

Diseases Your Dentist Can Spot Before Your Doc

Dr. Lorraine Hindy explains three signs of serious diseases that could be detected in your mouth.

Extreme Red Eye

Gabrielle, 39, has been suffering from broken blood vessels in her eyes for years. Laser eye surgeon Dr. Kerry Assil joins The Doctors to examine Gabrielle. What causes blood vessels to pop in the eyes? And could the most recent hemorrhages be related to her work as a pole-dancing instructor?

Surgically Implant Eyes Can Help Macular Degeneration Patients

A telescope surgically implanted in the eye is helping macular degeneration patients to keep their vision.

Facts and Myths About LASIK and Contact Lenses

From contacts to surgery, we'll try anything to improve our vision. But do you know everything about contact lenses and LASIK? We put your vision IQ to the test.

Which Is Worse for Your Eyes: Sun Reflection or Snow Reflection?

Which is worse for your eyes: sun reflection off the beach or off the snow?
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