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May
03
Your gums are a type of connective tissue that helps keep the teeth securely in place within the mouth. The average healthy dental patient has firm, pink gums. Many people often overlook their gums when caring for their dental health,…
Apr
06
If you seek a straighter smile, your dentist can align crooked teeth using clear braces. These custom-made plastic aligners gradually shift your teeth into an aligned position when worn as instructed. Though the advantages of this cosmetic dental solution seem…
Mar
15
About half of the world’s population will grind their teeth periodically, and about 5% of people clench or grind their teeth on a regular basis. The constant grating of the top teeth against the bottom teeth, a habit known as…
Feb
09
Gum disease refers to a relatively common infection in the gum tissue. It can begin with inflamed gums, but as it advances, bacteria can eat away at the structure of your teeth, gums, and jawbone. This can result in irreversible…
Jan
06
Do you feel unhappy about the color, shape, or overall appearance of your teeth? You could suffer a blow to your self-esteem when you do not feel proud of your smile. But you can improve the look of your smile…
Dec
15
Do you have teeth that overlap, have gaps, or are otherwise misaligned? Crooked teeth can form for many reasons, including factors outside your control like genetics. You might feel self-conscious about alignment issues with your teeth, but they could also…
Nov
04
Patients seeking lasting and beautiful cosmetic dental treatment often ask their dentists about porcelain veneers. These cap-like shells adhere to the front of a patient’s teeth with bonding to build a brighter and straighter smile according to the patient’s goals.…
Oct
07
About half of American adults will contract gum disease. Despite its prevalence, many people do not realize that this infection of the gum tissue can cause severe and irreversible dental damage. You will require intervention from a dentist to get…
Sep
16
If you have crooked teeth, there are aesthetic and health benefits to aligning them. Your dentist can evaluate your dental structure to learn which cosmetic treatment will give you the best results to straighten your smile. Traditional metal braces from…
Aug
09
Research published in Oral Health & Preventative Dentistry suggests that treating gingivitis in pregnant dental patients reduces the chances of preterm births and increases birth weights. Gingivitis refers to the early stage of gum disease, an infection in the gum…