Straight Teeth in Less Time
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Customizing Invisalign Braces: 3 Reasons To Leave Open Spacing In The Arch
If you're amongst the 20% of the population that does not have a proper bite and would like to correct this issue in a discrete manner, you can't go wrong with Invisalign, as the braces are basically invisible. Others won't even be able to notice. With that said, each brace or mold needs to be customized and tailored to each patient. This gives you a lot of room to adjust and customize the spacing of both the upper and lower arch.
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2 Ways To Improve The Look Of Your Teeth
Having great-looking teeth is not always due to genetics. Sometimes, cosmetic dental applications have been used to help improve the look of a person's teeth. Here are a few cosmetic applications that can help give you the smile that you want: Dental Veneers Dental veneers can completely transform the appearance of your teeth. The veneers rest on the front surface of the teeth, concealing your natural teeth. Thus, regardless of the state of your natural teeth, they are hidden from view.
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TMJ Causing You Pain? Three Exercises to Relieve the Discomfort
TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, can cause extreme discomfort and pain. If you have been diagnosed with the disorder, you should follow the treatment plan that was designed for you. In addition to that treatment, there are some steps you can take at home to reduce the discomfort and increase the mobility of your jaw. Here are three simple exercises you can do that will help alleviate the symptoms associated with TMJ.
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Is There a Link Between Allergies and Tooth Pain?
When spring starts, many people look forward to the beautiful flowers and crisp spring air. Unfortunately for some people, spring comes with pollen, and many allergy sufferers are plagued with headaches, pain, and pressure in the mouth and teeth. The pain may begin in the top teeth, but the sinus pressure can quickly move into the head and facial areas. While most people know that pollen can cause allergy symptoms, many are surprised to find out that these symptoms can occur in the mouth.
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2 Tips For Recovering From Maxillofacial Surgery For Your Wisdom Teeth
Maxillofacial surgery is used to treat a number of issues in the face and jaw area including impacted wisdom teeth. Impacted wisdom teeth grow in at an angle that creates a flap where bacteria and other contaminants can collect. Impacted wisdom teeth that are left in can result in bacterial infection. Once the maxillofacial surgery is completed, the recovery process is just as important as the actual procedure. If your surgical site is unable to heal, this can result in infection.
I had braces when I was a kid. Back then, you had to wear those metal wires and rubber bands for what seemed like forever. When I saw that my child’s teeth were going to be crooked like mine, I was dreading the years of braces and orthodontist appointments and limited diets that I saw stretching ahead of us. I was pleased to find out that braces today are very different from braces when I was a kid. They don’t need to be worn for nearly as long, and they aren’t as intrusive, either. My daughter got braces that can barely be seen, and she can remove them when she eats, so she doesn’t have to give up her favorite foods. I was so impressed that I started a blog to talk about modern day tooth straightening techniques. Braces have come a long way.