When to remove wisdom teeth? Pain in the back of the mouth Experiencing sporadic or persistent pain at the back of your mouth is one of the most common symptoms caused by erupting wisdom teeth. Inflamed gums When your wisdom teeth start to erupt from your gums, it can cause your gums to become swollen […]
How to prevent candy cavities? Candy and cavities can go hand-in-hand. To prevent candy-related cavities, follow these eight tips: Use a small bag while trick-or-treating The less candy that finds its way into your home, the better. Eating less candy is better for your child’s oral health and helps prevent cavities. Set expectations Will there […]
Is The Tooth Fairy Real? Around the World: How Other Cultures Celebrate the Tooth Fairy Burying the Tooth – Kids in Afghanistan bury lost teeth in a mouse hole, while parents in Turkey bury their children’s baby teeth in a place they think will bring their child success. When American kids begin losing their baby teeth they […]
How to prevent receding gums? Gum recession is a common dental issue. Poor oral health can cause gums to pull back and form pockets between the tooth and gum. These gaps then fill with bacteria, which affects the bone and tissue. If untreated, gum recession can lead to severe pain and tooth loss. In addition […]
How to Keep Your Gums Healthy? Our best defense against gum disease is proper dental hygiene. This involves practicing good habits at home and visiting your dentist twice a year. In this article, we will discuss the ways to combat gum disease. Good Brushing Techniques You should brush your teeth twice a day. Brushing is […]
How to fill the gap between teeth? A gap between teeth that is midline diastema is one of the most common oral problems. Many people have gaps especially in their front teeth thus, making an individual conscious about his/her appearance. To overcome this, aesthetic dentistry comes to play. A conventional approach includes bonding a tooth-colored […]
When to remove wisdom teeth? Pain in the back of the mouth Experiencing sporadic or persistent pain at the back of your mouth is one of the most common symptoms caused by erupting wisdom teeth. Inflamed gums When your wisdom teeth start to erupt from your gums, it can cause your gums to become swollen […]
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Dental Health? Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Dental Health? The following 3 reasons explain why it is so important to maintain good oral health: Heart Attack/Stroke/Cardiovascular Health Studies indicate that those with periodontal disease are twice as likely to suffer a heart attack or sustain heart disease, and three times more likely […]
What are Invisible Braces? Invisible braces are designed to be less apparent in the mouth which makes them a popular choice for braces for adults. The term invisible braces can refer to clear aligners (or Invisalign), clear or ceramic braces, or lingual braces. Ceramic or Clear Braces Clear or ceramic braces are very similar to traditional […]
Invisalign® is a clear aligner used in orthodontic treatment to move teeth into their proper position gently. It is used to correct misaligned bites, crowding, and teeth gaps. The treatment time while using Invisalign is an average of 12-18 months. Your dentist creates a 3D computerized model of your teeth that is used to plan […]
