Columbia Smiles ~ Nick Pournaras, D.M.D

If you’re missing a tooth, you’re not alone; in fact 35 million Americans are missing all of their teeth in at least one jaw! Whether…

Periodontal or gum disease is a serious condition that could lead to tooth and bone loss. Unfortunately, you may not even realize you have it…

Teeth are composed of layers of different types of tissue. The main inner layers — the pulp and dentin — help the teeth respond and…

If you were a well-known actor, how far would you go to get inside the character you’re playing in a movie? Plenty of stars have…

Regardless of culture, the smile is a universal gesture of friendship and openness, and an important communication tool in your social and career relationships. But…

Tooth decay and other oral diseases aren’t the only dangers your teeth face — accidental injuries also pose a risk. Fortunately, much can be done…

The holidays are traditionally a time when friends and family from near and far can get together and make merry. In this joyful season, many…

If you have lost your natural teeth, you may already have heard that dental implants are the best option for tooth replacement. Unlike removable dentures…

There’s no dispute in most cases that dental implants are superior to removable dentures as a restoration for missing teeth. One area in particular is…

Before she began hosting the long-running TV competition Top Chef, Padma Lakshmi was a well-known model and successful cookbook author.