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 and make you feel self-c...
Read MoreMany 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 includes searching for cavit...
Read MoreThe 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 beautiful straight smile...
Read MoreEating 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 that you can turn to and so...
Read MoreRegardless 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 the challenge of removing ...
Read MoreOrthodontic 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 rubbers, continuous chec...
Read MoreFew 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 protect them from staining, ...
Read MoreDental 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 important after the age...
Read MoreMaintaining 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 braces are an expensive ...
Read MoreBy 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 your heart is light and...
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