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  • Three Things You Need To Know About Dental Bridges

    If your dentist has suggested dental bridges as a way to correct your smile, you may be wondering why this option is the best for you over others. After all, there are many other options to correct the cosmetics of your smile, such as dental implants. To better understand why bridges may have been suggested for you, here are three things you should know about them: Fills the Gaps: What dental bridges do is create a crown for each tooth on either side of the gap in your smile.
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  • Tips For Getting Candy Shell Coloring Off Your Teeth

    Admit it -- with Halloween coming up, you've had more than your share of treats. Some of these may have included a lot of candy with sugary shells that have stained your teeth. If you've just eaten a bag of goodies only to look at yourself in the mirror and see a blue, green, orange, or other-colored smile, don't worry. You can remove those stains, though it will take time and careful attention.
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  • Getting Braces for the First Time? 3 Problems You Will Experience

    If you are getting braces for the first time you are likely wondering what it is going to be like having something always on your teeth. Fortunately, over time you will get used to your braces. In the meantime, however, you will notice certain problems, four of which are listed below. This way you can be prepared for your braces. Food Will Get Stuck in Your Braces One of the main problems you will have with braces is getting food stuck in them.
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  • 3 Signs Your Child Is Ready To Brush Without Assistance

    From providing them with a happy, prosperous home and a quality education to ensuring they are healthy and well cared for, raising a child can be overwhelming at times. Because you are most likely so intent on protecting your child, you may be placing too much time and energy into assisting them when it comes to their health and wellness. At first, you should supervise your child while they are learning to brush their teeth.
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  • 3 Reasons To Consider Dental Tourism For Your Dental Needs

    One of the best resources at your disposal when it comes to trying to save money on your dental costs, especially if you don't have dental insurance, is dental tourism. Basically, dental tourism is the act of leaving your local area in order to take advantage of lower dental costs elsewhere in the country or possibly outside of the country entirely. Listed below are three reasons to consider dental tourism for your dental needs:
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  • Cosmetic Dentistry And Bruxism: Help For Teeth Grinders

    You wake up and your mouth feels like it's eaten a five-course meal – of gummy bears, taffy, and jawbreakers. Why does your face feel so sore? Even though it felt like you slept soundly, you may have spent the night grinding your teeth. Whether you grind your teeth at night or all day long, cosmetic dentistry can help you with bruxism (the medical term for grinding your teeth). What can cosmetic dental services do for you?
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  • Dealing With TMJ? 3 Things You Need To Know

    If you suffer from chronic headaches and your family doctor can't identify the problem, you might be suffering from Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). If that's the case, you need to visit your family dentist as soon as possible. TMJ is treatable, which means you may be able to get rid of those headaches you've been plagued with. In addition to headaches, TMJ can cause other problems. Here's some information that will help you understand TMJ, and how it may be affecting your life:
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  • Getting Dental Implants? Be Aware Of 3 Potential Complications

    Have you finally decided to get dental implants to fix your missing teeth, but are worried about what could go wrong? Know that the dental implant procedure is safe to have done, with 96% of them being successful. That said, there is always the risk of a complication when you have surgery of any type, which includes having dental implants installed. Be aware of these 3 potential complications that could happen.
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  • Tips For Setting Effective Dental Care Goals

    A lot of people have a difficult time taking care of their teeth. After all, nearly all adults in the world have some dental cavities, and gum disease affects more than 15 percent of middle-aged people. The sad thing is, most cavities and cases of gum disease are preventable. One problem is that people are often afraid to talk about how difficult it can feel to fit in dental care into an already packed day.
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  • The Stages Of Gum Disease And Treatment Options For It

    Gum disease is a condition that is caused by plaque that can lead to a lot of oral problems and health issues if you have it and do not seek treatment for it quickly. It is also a progressive disease, meaning it will worsen if it is not treated. The good news is that it can be treated, even if it has progressed to the third stage, which is the worst.
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