Considering Adult Braces? 4 Things You Should Know
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29 September 2015
If your parents decided not to get you braces as a child, you could be finding yourself wanting to finally get them as an adult to fix your crooked teeth. Thankfully, braces are not just for teenagers. Before you decide to look into braces later in life, you should be aware of these 4 things about them.
You Might Not Be Able To Get Invisalign
Part of the appeal of getting adult braces may be that you want the kind that are unnoticeable to others.
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The Pros And Cons Of Dental Veneers
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4 September 2015
Porcelain veneers are an option for repairing broken teeth, discoloration, and other cosmetic issues. If you are considering veneers, it is important to know the benefits and disadvantages of having them installed.
Pros
One of the main advantages of porcelain veneers is that they can correct a range of cosmetic issues, including uneven or misaligned teeth. If you have a gap in your teeth, it can also be used to correct this.
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4 Practices to Keep Your Gums Healthy
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14 August 2015
Your gums are important supportive tissues in your mouth. If they become damaged or infected, tooth loss can result. Nevertheless, maintaining good dental hygiene can affect the health of your gums. Here are a few things you can do to keep your gums in good shape:
Rinse your mouth with fluoridated water after eating.
After you eat a meal, if you don't have a toothbrush or floss handy, rinse your mouth with fluoridated water.
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3 Dental Replacements Improved With Ridge Modification
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30 July 2015
The teeth and gums are supported by upper and lower jawbones, which peak at the ridge that holds the teeth. Gum disease and trauma can cause the bone in that ridge to erode or otherwise weaken. Strong jawbones are important for general dental health to keep the natural teeth stabile. But jawbone deterioration is an especially large problem when considering certain types of dental replacements.
Your dentist can perform a ridge modification to help strengthen weak areas of bone.
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