If you have gum disease, or suspect you might have gum disease, you’ll want to take care of it as soon as possible. Let’s take a closer look at what gum disease is and how it can occur, some signs you might have it, and how to treat gum disease…
Whether you just had your braces removed or use a retainer as a bite guard at night, clear plastic retainers serve very important purposes for dental health. Retainers that spend any amount of time in your mouth collect food particles, bacteria, and plaque just like your teeth, so it’s important…
Dental sealants can be a powerful defense against decay and help patients achieve healthier smiles when combined with a regular hygiene routine — but are they only for adult teeth, or can dental sealants for kids be just as beneficial? Let’s talk about what dental sealants do, how they can…
Nowadays there are different ways to complete orthodontic work. While metal braces continue to be very common and will work for almost anyone’s orthodontic treatment, clear aligners are an increasingly popular choice due to their subtlety during treatment and ease of removal. Both clear aligners and braces can be effective…
Whether you just completed a round of Invisalign or had your braces removed, you’ve probably been given a retainer to keep your teeth in place. The frequency and length of time you wear it can depend on the type of retainer you have and your dentist’s recommendation, but many dentists…
CEREC crowns and regular crowns both offer aesthetic solutions for your smile, but which is the better option for you? Let’s break down the difference between CEREC crowns and regular crowns and look at the pros and cons of each type. What Are Dental Crowns? A crown is a repair…
While teeth whitening can be a great way to brighten your smile and increase your confidence, it is possible to overdo it. Risks associated with too much whitening include tooth and gum sensitivity, discoloration, and even enamel degradation. Let’s talk about teeth whitening — how much is enough, how to…
The practice of tongue scraping is a highly talked about trend on the web and in social media. Some are making claims that it’s a miracle solution to all sorts of dental problems — but what exactly is tongue scraping, and can it really improve your dental health? Here’s everything…
Braces have changed a lot since you were a kid. They’re no longer the obtrusive and obvious system of wires that pull your teeth into alignment. Over the years, dental technology has improved braces to be more effective, more inconspicuous, and faster-acting. If you’re considering a procedure to straighten your…
You’re likely familiar with fillings, crowns and veneers as applications used to help reinforce weak teeth or provide aesthetic or structural support. To fill in the gaps of this knowledge, we’re going to take a look at a couple of other common tools your dentist uses to repair teeth: dental…
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