2017

  • Is Orthodontic Treatment Turning Into A Family Affair? 3 Strategies For Handling Multiple People In Your Household With Braces

    Today, it is not uncommon for several people in the same family to need orthodontic treatment at the same time. After all, more adults are getting braces now that new options such as plastic aligners make it possible to straighten teeth without attracting too much attention, and many families have children who fall within the same range of ages when adult teeth start growing in. While it can get a little crazy have so much metal in the house, it is possible to keep everyone on track with their treatment plan by using these simple strategies.
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  • Dealing With Large Cavities That Are Painful

    A mouth that is full of teeth that have cavities is one of the worse feelings to deal with, as it can interfere with daily activities due to the misery if causes. You can experience unbearable amounts of pain from the cavities until the nerves die. Do you have cavities in several of your teeth that are large and painful? Large cavities means that there is a lot of enamel damaged, and it is also possible that the pulp chamber in each tooth is exposed.
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  • How Sinus Pain And Dental Pain Are Related

    Your teeth and your sinuses are closely linked. Problems in one area can cause problems in the other. When you're having pain in your mouth, and your face or jaw is very tender, you may not know the source of the pain. A trip to the dentist can rule out problems with your teeth, or if your teeth are the problem, fixing them might help with your sinus pain. Here are a few things to know.
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  • How To Reduce Clear Aligner Lisp Issues

    If you want straighter teeth, then clear braces might be an awesome choice if you do not want others to know that you have braces. While this is true, there are some things that can make the aligners really stand out and become noticeable. Nothing is more noticeable than the telltale lisp that develops when you first start wearing your aligners. If you want to keep this issue at bay, then keep reading to learn about some tricks to reduce this lisp:
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  • 3 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Teeth Whitening

    One of the things you can do that will help you feel more self-confident and look your best is whitening your teeth. This is a process your dental professional can do if you want to get optimal results. However, there are things you can do that can help this process go better for you. Being aware of tips that can help your teeth get as white as possible is sure to be advantageous for you to know:
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  • How To Prevent Gum And Tooth Problems Around Your Dental Crown

    If you have had a tooth replaced with a dental implant, you likely have a beautiful dental crown that has replaced the natural crown of your lost tooth. Dental crowns that are used in single-tooth restorations are often made of tooth-colored material, such as porcelain or porcelain-over-metal, to ensure that the crown is difficult to distinguish from a natural tooth. Still, some dental patients begin with a beautiful crown that is flush with their gums and looks completely natural, but later develops gum recession and exposed roots near the crown.
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  • Dental Implants: Where Does The Bone For A Bone Graft Come From?

    When you have a missing tooth, the bone near the area where the tooth was lost can deteriorate. After the bone in your jaw as deteriorated, there are many procedures that are difficult to perform, such as installing dental implants. A bone augmentation may then be necessary in order to create a location where the implant can be embedded securely. The jaw bone might not be tall enough or wide enough.
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  • Pediatric Dental Crowns

    If your child needs to have restorative dental work, a dental crown may be used during the treatment process. A crown provides fortification for a tooth that has been compromised by a large cavity or other trauma. Although a filling may be used to replace a portion of the missing tooth material, it may not offer adequate protection or structural support. A crown can protect a treated tooth from bacterial invasion and fortify the natural tooth crown to help ensure that the tooth can withstand normal amounts of bite pressure.
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  • The 411 On Teeth Whitening

    The quest for whiter teeth is something that many people seek. Some people want whiter teeth, but they mistakenly think that it is something that is only achievable for celebrities. Teeth whitening is a dental service that can be provided to virtually anyone, and it does not have to be a time-consuming procedure. The following are a few things to keep in mind if you are curious about getting your teeth whiter.
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  • What You Need To Know Now About Choosing The Right Crown For Your Smile

    Your smile is your crowning glory. Sometimes, though, a tooth may become weak or broken. It's then that your smile needs the royal treatment. When your dentist tells you that you need a crown to strengthen a tooth or when you need a crown due to a dental implant, you must choose a type of crown based on your dentist's recommendations and on what your insurance permits. First, what is a crown?
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