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Your smile is the best thing to wear and share, but not everyone likes theirs because of crooked or misaligned teeth. To solve your problem, the most common treatment most dentists recommend are metal braces. While wearing metal braces can be the cheapest way of teeth straightening, sometimes it can be the most demanding in […]

Have you just got a dental filling to fix a decay, and now you have pain in your jaw. Why is that? While a cavity filling should restore the tooth and improve your comfort, there are cases where patients may experience jaw pain after a filling, and some other issues as well. Knowing what to […]

Not only can a dead tooth be ugly and painful, but it puts you at risk for severe infection, abscess, and tooth loss. Therefore, it is crucial to know the symptoms of a dead tooth and understand when to seek treatment. What is a Dead Tooth? Like any other body part, when your tooth pulp […]

Have you recently been relieved from your braces, or plan to get them off shortly? Congratulations! It is a great feeling, finally being at the end of your treatment. Still, many people in your position feel let down once they discover that they will have to wear a retainer. So you might be wondering, “Will […]

Many people have embarrassing crooked or crowded teeth. One of the most prominent solutions for this problem is to get braces, but with more and more teens and adults needing their teeth straightened, there is another option known as Invisalign. Invisalign is a preferred choice because they are practically invisible due to being clear. However, […]

It may surprise you, but Popcorn is the single worst thing you can eat with braces. The reason being Popcorn kernels! For ones without braces, popcorn kernels can cause minor discomfort but can be relatively quickly taken care of with floss. However, with braces, kernels can get stuck for extended periods, leading to excruciating swelling […]

Swollen gums after orthodontic treatment, such as braces, is usually a protective response of the immune system against irritation and pressure caused by the new appliances. Gingivitis or infection also cause swollen gums. It is good to understand how to treat your swollen gums. Causes of Swollen Gums There are numerous reasons that your gums […]

Are you looking for a replacement option for your missing teeth? A flexible partial denture might be your way out. These dentures feel much closer to regular teeth than acrylic and cast metal dentures do. Keep reading to find more about flexible partial dentures. How It Works A flexible partial denture is made of thermoplastic […]

It is beneficial for your child to see a dentist regularly. Initiating regular visits at an early age helps maintain their overall oral health and sets a base for good oral health habits. Here are a few reasons why going for a pediatric dentist is right for your child. The pediatric dentist difference A dental […]

It may be difficult to go anywhere these days without seeing someone with a pierced tongue, pierced cheek or pierced lip. But as dental professionals, we really don’t like oral piercing. You may ask why? Because oral piercing isn’t good for you, and it’s our job to be concerned about your oral health. Here are […]