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Is your jaw hurting? Watch Out For TMD!
Temporomandibular disorders are problems that affect the jaw joint. It is a condition that produces a lot of pain and reduces the movement of the jaw joint. There are a lot of different cases of TMD, but most of the time, it can go away with the appropriate treatment. What is the temporomandibular joint? The […]
Bad habits and foods that stain your teeth
Is your smile no longer as bright as it used to be? You need to understand that it is easy to stain your teeth if you smoke, eat and drink certain things. In time, all these habits will have an impact on your teeth. But what are the things you should avoid to maintain a […]
All about dry mouth
It’s quite normal for people to have dry mouth from time to time due to dehydration. But suffering from a dry mouth constantly is a problem, and it needs to be resolved. In this article, you will learn about the effects of suffering from a dry mouth, as well as read about the possible causes. […]
Dental bridges – how can they help you?
People’s teeth, if not cared for properly, will not last. If you do not take care of your teeth, you can suffer from cavities, gingivitis, dental decay, periodontal disease, abscesses and tooth loss. Losing a tooth can be extremely distressing. People usually focus on the aesthetics of the teeth, but they often forget that missing […]
Braces versus Invisalign
Everybody wants to have straight teeth. Unfortunately, many people are not born with a perfect smile. From all these people only a few try to make their smile better with the help of orthodontic treatment. If you are one of those individuals who want to have a neat-looking smile that inspires confidence and is aesthetically […]
Tooth whitening procedures and advantages
The fastest way to improve your look and have a brighter smile is to use teeth whitening solutions. Your smile has a lot of potential. It creates an immediate visual impact on the people you meet. A white and bright smile offers the impression of youth, health, happiness, vitality and warmth. You can improve your […]
The Importance of oral hygiene while wearing braces
You know that dental hygiene is important. But if you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, then oral hygiene becomes crucial. While the braces are correcting your misaligned teeth, foods can get trapped in the gear of your braces or clear aligners. Furthermore, it is much harder to clean your teeth when you are wearing your appliances. […]
Gum swelling while wearing braces
Wearing braces can improve your smile drastically. The tricky part is that you have to pay close attention to gum disease because you possess a higher risk of suffering from it, especially if you are wearing fixed appliances. Braces cover much of the tooth’s surface making it much harder for you to clean it. In […]
Parenting 101: Teaching your children to brush their teeth
Since birth, it was your job to take care of your child’s oral hygiene. But as they grow older, they will need to do this themselves. For this, it is up to you to teach them the correct methods of brushing and flossing their teeth. In this article, you will learn a couple of games […]
Is your child grinding their teeth – Part 2
In the first part of the article you learned about how bruxism manifests, what are the common causes, based on the age and how lifestyle habits can trigger bruxism. But bruxism is a condition that can result from more than medication, smoking, diseases and age. Stress and heredity Either grinding during sleep or clenching while […]
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