The holiday season provides the perfect opportunity to indulge in special foods and treats; it is also important to take care of your oral health. The teeth and gums have to put up with a lot over the holidays, so let’s look at the biggest challenges and what you can do to live it up a little and still avoid the worst.
Kids are not notorious for their enthusiasm when it comes to oral health. While these challenges may seem par for the course, they can lead to lifelong problems. Some of the issues which may arise in the future include poor oral health practices, stress-related dental conditions, and the dreaded dental phobia that plagues millions of adult Americans.
It would be magical thinking to say that this year has not served up a super dose of stress in one or more ways. As we approach the end of 2020, it seemed fitting to say a few words about the ways in which stress can affect our mouths, teeth, and jaws. See if any of these signs and symptoms are familiar, then let us know. We are here to help!
Actually, it is called dental bonding, and it can completely transform your look. This technique used in cosmetic dentistry can enhance your smile in a variety of circumstances. Dental bonding uses composite resin to reshape, repair or restore natural color to a tooth. The composite is applied to the surface of the tooth to change its appearance or fix it. The bonding procedure can often be completed without the use of anesthetics.
Most people experience some anxiety when it comes time for that dental visit. You can conquer your dental fear by using a few simple tricks to put the thought of going to the dentist into perspective.
There is more than one way to repair teeth and enhance your smile. The challenge is to know what procedure is going to be most effective for your situation. There is also the question of terminology. Understanding your choices is one of the first steps down the road toward achieving your best smile.
Your teeth impact many aspects of your life, more than you may realize. Speech, appearance, breath, eating, and overall health are all affected by your teeth and smile. General and comprehensive dental services care for your teeth’ health, but cosmetic and restorative dentistry are specialty areas that are important to achieving a beautiful, functional smile. Here are the differences between cosmetic and restorative dentistry and how they can improve your teeth and smile.
You may have seen advertisements for products to straighten your teeth at home. The idea is to cut out the middleman, AKA, the dentist, to save money and time for the customer. While this may sound alluring, there are real dangers to DIY teeth straightening. Yes, some companies sell DIY teeth straightening plans, but you need to know the risks of trying to straighten your own smile.
From shops to professions and beyond, life is divided into smaller, specialized units. The same is true in dentistry. There are general dentists, and there are those who have additional training in a particular dentistry branch. These branches provide more in-depth and comprehensive knowledge in one specific area of the discipline. Such is the case with cosmetic dentistry.
Clear retainers and aligners are vital for straightening or keeping your smile straight after orthodontic treatment. Wearing these transparent devices can prevent your teeth from shifting and maintain your smile’s health and appearance. Clear retainers and aligners need special care when they are not in your mouth, protecting your smile. Here are some tips for keeping things bright and beautiful.
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