A lot of people have had braces during childhood to straighten crooked teeth. However, for individuals who did not have braces when younger or had their teeth change positions after reaching adulthood, getting braces can seem like a daunting and even embarrassing task. Fortunately, if you are an adult who does not want to settle
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Benefits of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges function to close gaps created by missing teeth. A typical dental bridge has two crowns placed on either side of the missing tooth. They may be placed on real teeth or dental implants. An artificial tooth called a pontic is used to replace the missing tooth. Materials for dental bridges may be made out of
Read More10 Most Common Dental Problems
What pops into your mind when you hear the word “dentist?” Most likely it’s your regular check-ups, during which time your dentist will ensure your mouth is healthy by conducting a thorough examination will include a cleaning and perhaps X-rays. But outside of those regular visits, dentists see patients for a host of dental problems.
Read MoreTreatments for Gum Recession
Gum recession is when the gums surrounding the teeth decrease, thereby exposing more of the teeth. Receding gums can even expose the internal tissue of the tooth called dentin, which protects the nerve root inside. However, dentin has tiny pores that can cause you to feel pain if they are no longer covered by the
Read MoreWhat Is The Correct Way To Brush Your Teeth?
If you think there is no right or wrong way to brush your teeth, you are mistaken. Brushing your teeth correctly can keep your teeth and mouth healthy for years to come. Everyone automatically assumes that they are brushing their teeth the right way, but the truth is that a lot of people do it incorrectly. Here
Read MoreAt What Age Should My Child Go to a Pediatric Dentist?
Many parents take their children’s oral health for granted. Most parents in the United States do not bring their children to a dentist until they are at least two years old or so, but it is actually best to take the child to see a pediatric dentist at age one or as soon as they
Read MoreIs Having Missing Teeth Normal?
Losing one’s teeth is more common than you might realize. In fact, nearly one in four of the 120 million people who are missing teeth don’t have any teeth at all. That number is staggering, especially when considering there are easily accessible dental procedures that can restore your mouth to a healthy, fully-toothed state. If
Read MoreThe Dangers of DIY Teeth Whitening
Who doesn’t dream of having pearly white teeth? Your smile is the first thing people notice about you. A smile that reveals clean, bright, healthy teeth makes you look all the more attractive, while a dingy smile may do just the opposite. Nobody wants to make a bad first impression with their smile but be
Read MoreSoda Versus Teeth, Who Wins?
Whether you order a soda or pop, or are loyal to your favorite brand, carbonated soft drinks are a staple of the American diet. But while losing slightly in popularity, that doesn’t mean we have given up on soda pop entirely. We’ve all heard of Cola Wars, but in the battle of soda vs. your
Read MoreCan Charcoal Help Teeth?
Adding charcoal to personal health and beauty products is the “fad” that has been around for millennia. Ancient civilizations relied on charcoal to purify their water, cleanse their bodies, and heal disease. With this ancient ingredient now being added to facial masks, soaps, lotions and acne treatments, there is validity in charcoal’s claims. Yet when
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