Adults have a total of 32 permanent teeth, which includes four wisdom teeth that are typically removed in early adulthood, leaving the average adult with 28 teeth. Different teeth have distinct uses. The front four teeth (incisors) have a sharp biting surface that is used to cut or shear food off into small, chewable sizes.
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The Different Kinds of Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments
Looking to improve the appearance of your teeth and smile? If so, let’s talk about the various types of cosmetic dentistry treatments which are available to do just that. How Can My Teeth Look More Beautiful? Modern dentistry offers many options for helping to make your teeth whiter, straighter, and more perfect, including the following treatments: Aligners
Read MoreAdjusting to Your New Dentures
Wearing dentures for the first time can be an odd feeling – to say the least. It can also be a bit challenging because a denture is a foreign object that doesn’t exactly feel or function quite like your natural teeth. Without a doubt, it takes some time to get used to new dentures. What
Read MoreThe History of Dentures
True or false — George Washington’s dentures were made of wood. If you said true, you have a lot to learn; not only about the first U.S. Commander-in-Chief, but also about the history of dentures. For the record, Washington lost all but one of his adult teeth by the time he became president and his dentures
Read MorePreparing Your Child for Dentist Appointments
From a young age, we have heard everyone say things like “drinking your milk and eating your fruits and vegetables will help you grow up to be big and strong”. Well, the same thing goes for visiting the dentist. Regular visits to a dentist are a crucial part of helping a child grow up healthy
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