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People often ask what is the best age for braces and chances are you’ve seen a wide variety of people wearing them, from adolescents, to teens and even adults. In the end, your braces are specific to you – as are when you should have them installed. Braces are most often designed for children in their … Continued
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Braces help align teeth by directing them into place as they develop. Before braces can be installed, often the space between certain molars will need to be widened. Orthodontic spacers are used to separate the teeth that are too close together, before braces can be cemented on. These spacers are rubber bands that dentists will … Continued
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We’ve all heard about the American Dental Association (ADA) but do you really know its purpose? Chances are you can assume what types of activates this organization regulates and partakes in, but it is doubtful that you now the whole story. Established in 1859, the ADA is the world’s oldest national dental association. They publish … Continued
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Many people are familiar with the dental term bicuspid which literally means two points. A cuspid on the other hand is a tooth with just a single point and these teeth, more commonly known as canines, will be the topic of discussion in the latest installment from our dental blog. Humans generally have 4 canine … Continued
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Your mother always told you to “eat your vegetables.” She said this because they’re stuffed with vitamins that are good for your body. These vitamins help us grow, help fight off infection, and can even strengthen your bones and teeth. Vitamin rich fruits and vegetables are a great way to keep your teeth healthy, and … Continued
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The simple fact of the matter is that people just don’t floss as often as they should. Some attribute this to laziness; others just don’t consider flossing to be all that important. In actuality, it is very important and can prevent many painful dental problems in the future. As a solution to this issue, new … Continued
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Imagine living your entire life under a microscope. Every move you make and everything you do – recorded and viewed by millions of people everywhere. A scary thought, to say the least. For famous actors, actresses, politicians, and popular sports figures however, this is an everyday occurrence. Considering this, it makes sense that these individuals … Continued
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It is always important to ask your dentist questions, as the answers will help bring you to a better state of dental health. These questions generally will fall under one of three separate, yet equally important categories. Below we will discuss these three categories, as well as some specific questions contained within and why they … Continued
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Sugar and starches in the foods we eat are broken down by bacteria and enzymes in the mouth. During this process certain acids are created that can eat away at the surrounding tooth enamel, eventually leading to cavities. The severity of a cavity depends on a number of factors including how long the food remains … Continued