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No matter how your teeth or your jaws fit together, you’ve probably found ways to make your bite work so that you can eat regularly. However, just because you can speak and chew your food doesn’t necessarily mean your bite is properly aligned, and the longer you go without correcting the issue, the more chance you have to suffer lasting damage as a result. How can you tell if you have proper bite alignment? What could happen if you don’t?

You might find the thought of itchy gums confounding, but it’s actually a fairly common occurrence that many people experience at different times in life. This is because there are several common causes of itchy gums. What could cause irritation and itchiness in your gums? Here are some of the causes you should know about. Poor Oral Hygiene When you brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash daily and see your dentist regularly for check-up and cleaning, you’re giving yourself the

A healthy, beautiful smile is important. It not only gives you confidence and helps you make a good first impression, but people consistently rate a great smile as one of the most appealing physical attributes. In order to keep your smile healthy and attractive, however, you have to avoid the damage that could be caused by plaque and tartar buildup. What are these substances? You’ve likely heard of them, but you may not know quite what they are or how

Orthodontic braces are still one of the best ways to work on tooth and jaw alignment issues, especially those that are too complex for newer options like invisible aligner trays. Although many people get braces during their youth or adolescence, it’s not at all uncommon these days for adults to decide to improve their smile with braces. That said, the bands and wires that move your teeth can make it difficult to brush, floss, and properly care for your teeth.

There are a number of reasons why your dentist might suggest the application of a dental crown. They are most often used in instances where a significant portion of the tooth has been lost, say to a cavity or breakage, but they may also be used for cosmetic purposes, such as to hide serious discoloration that cannot be corrected another way (like through whitening procedures). Crowns could be made of materials like resin, porcelain, ceramic, and in some cases even

Many people have experienced temporary ringing, humming, or buzzing in the ear even when there is no external sound to create the sensation. Maybe you had if for a few days after attending a loud rock concert or when the football hit you in the side of the head during a pickup game at the park. When these sensations are persistent or recurring, you could be suffering from a condition known as tinnitus. While causes aren’t always known and it’s

On the one hand, holidays tend to be highly enjoyable because of increased permissiveness. During holidays, we allow ourselves to indulge in the many delectable treats we spend the rest of the year trying to avoid. Unfortunately, a few nights of overindulging each year can lead to consequences for both our oral and our overall health. Just think of how much time and energy we devote to the most popular New Year’s resolution each year – losing those 5-10 pounds

Chocolate lovers have long known that their favorite confection is not so great for their health, but over the years, studies emerged showing health benefits of dark chocolate, which is to say, candy with a cacao content of over 70%. For example, dark chocolate contains powerful antioxidants that help to fight harmful free radicals in the body. Dark chocolate has been linked to reduced risk of heart disease (and related conditions like high cholesterol and hypertension), cancer prevention, and even

Veneers are an ideal way to beautify your smile by repairing discoloration, staining, and crooked appearances with appliances layered over your existing teeth. The result is a brand new smile you can be proud to show off in any situation. Porcelain is a material that offers a good representation of the natural color and shading of your teeth and many patients choose porcelain for just this reason. But how do veneers work and what makes them such a good choice

Invisalign treatments are a dependable and effective method for straightening your smile and are often the preferable choice over braces. With clear plastic molded mouthpieces fit tightly to your teeth, Invisalign is designed to be worn throughout the day and evening and removed only for meals and dental maintenance. Sounds pretty simple, just stick the Invisalign trays in your mouth and forget about them. But there are plenty of ways to make the process much more complex than it needs