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What Is Hypodontia?

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There are many reasons to visit a dentist. Not only do they help you maintain good oral health, but they are there to treat any conditions you may have pertaining to your teeth. A relatively common dental malformation that is most often first seen in children but will follow them into adulthood is Hypodontia. But what is Hypodontia, and how is it treated? Here is some information about it.  What is Hypodontia?

20 January 2023

Understanding Gum Disease | Signs, Treatment, And Prevention

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Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It can cause pain, swelling, and redness in your gums. Unfortunately, untreated gum disease can lead to tooth loss, so it's important to know what symptoms to look for and how to treat it. Here's what you need to know about the signs of gum disease, treatment options available, and tips for prevention. What Are the Signs You Have Gum Disease?

16 December 2022

How Can Children Avoid Orthodontic Relapse?

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Your child's pediatric dentist might recommend interceptive orthodontic treatment, such as space maintainers and expanders, at an early age to help prevent major malocclusions down the road. Even if a child hasn't had interceptive treatment, he or she can still benefit from braces and retainers down the road. However, before one commits to a treatment plan for their child, they should be aware of orthodontic relapse. Even when teeth are corrected, they have a tendency to return to their previous positions.

31 October 2022

5 Problems With Keeping A Temporary Dental Crown For Too Long

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A temporary dental crown is designed to cover and protect a tooth while a permanent crown is created in a dental lab. And sometimes, a dentist will protect a tooth with a temporary crown until a patient can afford a permanent dental crown. But temporary crowns are more fragile and less reliable than permanent crowns. Keeping a temporary crown in for too long could cause problems. In general, it takes about two weeks for a permanent crown to be ready.

7 October 2022

The Process Of Going To The Dentist

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Oral health is essential to your overall health, but many people ignore it, leading to avoidable problems. If you want to start going to the dentist, you may wonder what the process entails. You will need to do a few things to get started, but you'll be forever grateful once you do.  Find Dentists in Your Area That Seem Like a Good Fit You will first need to research the different dentists in your area and choose some that will be a good fit for you.

31 August 2022

What You Shouldn't Believe About Cosmetic Dentistry

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If you are not satisfied with the appearance of your teeth, you may feel self-conscious. You may even avoid smiling sometimes. The good news is that you have the option of getting cosmetic dentistry done, which includes procedures like teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and dental implants. With that being said, here are a few common myths about cosmetic dentistry that you should not believe. Cosmetic Dentistry Is Just Aesthetic  A common misconception about cosmetic dentistry procedures is that they will only improve your appearance.

29 July 2022

Why You Shouldn't Avoid The Wisdom Teeth Extraction Procedure

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There are a lot of people that dread going to the dentist so they try to avoid it as much as possible, even if it means that they would not be getting their wisdom teeth removed. The thing is though, you really don't want to do something like that. You want to make sure that you are going through with the removal of your wisdom teeth. To help you understand why this is such an important procedure to have done, you will want to read through the following:

24 June 2022

Want To Have A Perfect Smile? 3 Ways A Dentist Can Help You Get Your Dream Smile

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Everybody wants to have a beautiful smile since it is one of the few things you wear every day. Also, your smile can affect your self-confidence and people's perception of you. Luckily, dentists now have advanced treatments and technologies to help improve your smile. The ideal solution for you depends on what oral issues you are facing. So, your dentist will have to examine your mouth first before recommending the best solution to improve your smile.

10 May 2022

Benefits Of Clear Teeth Aligners

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Do you have teeth that look crooked or have an issue with gaps? If so, your dentist might have talked to you recently about getting braces or wires installed in order to fix your mouth and restore good long-term oral health. But today, there's another option you might want to talk to your dentist about before you commit to braces and that's clear teeth aligners. Here's how clear aligners can benefit you in a number of different ways.

7 April 2022

Falling Prey To Dental Distortions

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As with many things, dental issues are full of misconceptions and distortions. These facts gone wrong, if believed, can be more than just annoying and can harm a person's dental health. Read on and get straightened out about some common dental distortions. Pain is a sign you need to visit the dentist – This is one distortion that some people seem to believe but may not readily admit to. In this case, pain may be the least of your worries.

28 February 2022