2018

Four Practical Guidelines for Reducing Your Gingivitis Risk

26 June 2018
Categories: Dentist, Blog

Gingivitis is the initial stage of periodontitis. In general, if gingivitis is not treated and reversed, the condition will escalate significantly, evolving into the more serious and permanent periodontitis. Gum disease will cause bleeding of the gums and inflammation of the tissues, and it can also result in more serious symptoms such as the loss of teeth in later stages. Here are practical tips to help you prevent gingivitis and improve your general oral health.
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3 Top Reasons to Consider Invisible Braces

30 May 2018
Categories: Dentist, Blog

Braces are a solution to a range of dental problems, such as crooked and misaligned teeth. However, there's usually no one-type-fits-all solution, and your dentist or orthodontist will always help you choose something that will work correctly for your kind of dental problem. Knowing your options, however, will also give you an idea of what to expect and even help you budget for the treatment. Some of the types of braces available include the conventional metal and ceramic braces, self-ligating braces, lingual braces and invisible braces.
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4 Foods That Can Break Your Braces & What to Eat Instead

24 April 2018
Categories: Dentist, Blog

Just got your first set of metal braces and worried about breaking them? Your fears aren't entirely unfounded, as there are many foods that can damage your braces if you're not careful. To avoid a premature trip back to the orthodontist, check out the list of brace-destroying foods below, along with some handy suggestions on what you can eat instead. 1. Popcorn That moment when you accidentally bite down on an unpopped corn kernel in the cinema?
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Questions You Might Have About Cosmetic Dentistry

26 March 2018
Categories: Dentist, Blog

Cosmetic dentistry procedures are more affordable and more commonplace than ever before, which is good news for anyone looking to improve the appearance of their teeth; no matter your budget, there is probably a procedure that will work for you! However, you might be hesitant about talking to your dentist about such procedures, simply because you have some simple, unanswered questions about this work and its results. Note a few of those questions here, so you know what to discuss with your dentist when it comes to the appearance of your teeth and smile.
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Is In-Office Teeth Whitening Safe For Children?

5 March 2018
Categories: Dentist, Blog

It's completely normal to wish for a beautiful white smile, no matter how old you are. If your child is unhappy with the whiteness of their teeth, they may have asked you about teeth whitening at the dentist's office. Of course, your main concern as a parent is whether this is actually recommended for young people. Whether teeth whitening is recommended for your child depends on a couple of things, starting with your child's age.
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