Name: Dr. Michael Lorio
Address: 8263 Sw Wilsonville Rd STE C, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, US
Telephone: (503) 682-9191

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Treating Gum Disease around Tooth Roots is Hard - but Not Impossible
posted: Oct. 21, 2020.

Periodontal disease may start in the gums’ superficial layers, but it’s not likely to stay there. As the disease moves deeper it can wreak havoc on tooth roots and bone Read more
A Teen's Missing Tooth May Require a Temporary Replacement
posted: Oct. 11, 2020.

Besides reduced biting and chewing function, a missing tooth can cause an embarrassing inhibition to healthy social interaction. This can be especially so for teens who greatly value peer relationships Read more
Exciting New Discovery Could Help in the Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance
posted: Oct. 01, 2020.

Like the rest of healthcare, antibiotics have transformed dentistry. Advanced oral infections that once eluded successful treatment are routinely stopped with the use of these “wonder drugs.” But their overuse Read more
What You Can Do About Bad Breath (Unless You're a Famous Actress Pranking Your Co-Star)
posted: Sep. 21, 2020.

Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence is a highly paid actress, Oscar winner, successful producer and…merry prankster. She's the latter, at least with co-star Liam Hemsworth: It seems Lawrence deliberately ate tuna Read more
Your Teenager's Teeth May Not Be Mature Enough for Veneers
posted: Sep. 11, 2020.

Teenagers and adults alike can improve their smile appearance with dental solutions like teeth whitening or orthodontics. But there are a few cosmetic solutions like porcelain veneers that are better Read more
Although a Challenge, Chronically Ill Children Need Tooth Decay Prevention
posted: Sep. 01, 2020.

Families of children with chronic conditions face many challenges. One that often takes a back seat to other pressing needs is the prevention of tooth decay. But although difficult, it Read more
Life-like Dental Porcelain Helps Restore Smiles Marred by Unattractive Teeth
posted: Aug. 22, 2020.

With its life-like color and texture, dental porcelain can restore a smile marred by decayed or damaged teeth. This durable ceramic material not only matches the varieties of individual tooth Read more
Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"
posted: Aug. 12, 2020.

Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand. Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house in Read more
4 Simple Things You Can Do to Stop Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 02, 2020.

When they weren't building pyramids or wrapping mummies, the ancient Egyptians mixed herbs and spices with a little honey to make small lozenges. Their purpose: to fight halitosis, that perennial Read more
Consider an Effective and Affordable RPD for Teeth Replacement
posted: Jul. 23, 2020.

If you have a few missing teeth but can't afford dental implants or fixed bridgework, consider a removal partial denture (RPD). Although implants may be the superior choice aesthetically and Read more
Your Case of Gingivitis Could Develop into Something More Harmful
posted: Jul. 13, 2020.

That bit of gum bleeding after you brush, along with redness and swelling, are strong signs you have gingivitis, a form of periodontal (gum) disease. Without treatment, though, your gingivitis Read more
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Jul. 03, 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 persona Read more
3 Common Sources of Fluoride You Might Not Know About
posted: Jun. 23, 2020.

In the early 1900s, a Colorado dentist noticed his patients had fewer cavities than the norm. He soon found the cause: naturally occurring fluoride in their drinking water. That discovery Read more
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Jun. 13, 2020.

The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress you've Read more
Prevention and Early Detection of Root Cavities Could Save a Tooth
posted: Jun. 03, 2020.

Tooth decay is one of two dental diseases most responsible for tooth loss (gum disease being the other). In the absence of treatment, what starts as a hole or cavity Read more
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
posted: May 24, 2020.

Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, a Read more

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