You probably don’t know what a deep bite is. The truth is, this is a very common problem and yet you’ve probably never heard of it. But what you don’t know can hurt you, and a deep bite can cause problems that can threaten your oral health...
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Many people wonder what the difference between dentists and orthodontists is and when it might be the right time to take their child to an orthodontist. Dentists focus on the comprehensive health and cleanliness of the mouth and teeth, which...
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The tough times you endure while wearing braces aren’t for nothing and as time passes, you’ll notice that your teeth are looking great – so great that you can’t wait for your braces to come off! While it’s finally time to show off that...
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Eating with braces Getting used to the feeling of braces can be painful and the discomfort is easily compounded by hard and crunchy foods that are best avoided. Although you might miss eating these foods, there are a lot of great alternatives...
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Regardless of your age, a straight smile is always desirable and yet orthodontic treatments for braces and aligners remain daunting for several reasons. Braces are known to cause a fair bit of discomfort and pain – and let’s not talk about...
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Orthodontic care is an important part of dentistry that helps correct misalignment of teeth and bad bites, amongst other problems. Orthodontic treatments and procedures often result in costly expenditures to cover the costs of regularly changing...
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Few people are excited to hear they need braces to fix their teeth. Not only do braces detract from one’s aesthetic appearance, they are also a challenge to maintain and to care for. Regular braces require constant and rigorous cleaning to...
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Dental health is extremely important at all stages of life. Whether you are a child, teenager or an adult, your dental hygiene is going to play a pivotal role in your overall health. However, the mouth-and-body-health connection becomes even more...
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Maintaining good oral hygiene is very important if you are wearing braces. Without proper care, food particles can get caught between your brackets and plaque starts accumulating on your teeth, which can lead to gum disease and tooth decay. Your...
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By definition, a smile is simply an upward tilt of your lips whenever you’re happy or amused, but in reality, it is so much more. Your smile is the biggest outward expression of your happiness, joy, pleasure and appreciation. A smile means that...
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The Magic of Modern Orthodontic Care Sometimes, children and adults can feel apprehensive about orthodontic treatment, or braces, dreading the pain that comes with it. However, modern orthodontic care has seen the development of cutting-edge...
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No one likes being told they need braces. Many people dislike traditional braces as they give the face an unseemly appearance. Whereas clear aligners or Invisalign braces are not fully invisible and require much self-discipline and motivation to...
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