5 Common Causes Of Jaw Pain And How To Conquer It
June 6, 2022
Many adults suffer from chronic jaw pain and facial pain. Some symptoms include pain around the ear, tenderness of the jaw, pain when biting or headaches. While many things can cause this pain, it can often be hard to diagnose and treat. Here are some common causes and what to do to relieve the pain.
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5 Foods To Avoid With Your Braces
May 16, 2022
Keeping up with the care of your braces involves eating foods that are easy on your front teeth and your braces hardware. Soft foods like yogurt, mashed potatoes, cheese and pasta are recommended for those with braces. But here is a short list of some foods you should probably avoid or change while you are under orthodontic treatment.
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5 Great Benefits Of Flossing
April 29, 2022
We’re constantly told how important flossing is for our oral health, yet for many of us, it isn’t something we do as recommended - or even at all. Flossing is important, sure, but brushing and using mouthwash is enough to clean your teeth, right? Do you really need to floss? There are many benefits of flossing that a lot of people don’t realize. Flossing is essential for your oral health in a number of different ways.
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When Is The Best Time To Get Orthodontic Treatment?
March 4, 2022
Having straight, clean teeth can do wonders for one’s self-confidence, as well as their oral health. Properly aligned teeth are easier to keep clean and prevent some serious issues that can result from misaligned teeth and jaws. As such, the question of when is the best time to get orthodontic treatment is one of the most common questions orthodontists get. While there is an ideal age for orthodontic treatment, people of any age can get orthodontic treatment - including those in their 70’s or older!
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Is Fluoride Safe?
February 7, 2022
If you’re of the opinion that fluoride is a chemical additive to dental products that is of questionable safety, then you are not alone. Many people question if fluoride is safe, or if it is actually detrimental to your oral health. There are those who believe that fluoride is to be avoided at all costs,...
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Veneers Vs Crowns
January 3, 2022
So, you’re at the dentist and they say that you need to have some work done on your teeth that goes beyond a filling. If it’s too much for a filling to fix but not bad enough for you to need an entirely new tooth, you may need a veneer or a crown. Although veneers and crowns both go over your natural tooth, they have different purposes and aren’t interchangeable. Here’s what you need to know about veneers vs crowns so that you can understand which is best for you and why your dentist might recommend one over the other.
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