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Sep 2018
5 Common Foods That Could Be Damaging Your Teeth
You’re good to your teeth. You brush, floss, and visit your dentist regularly. However, even if you’re doing all of these things right, you could be damaging your teeth just by eating certain foods. Here are 5 foods that could be doing damage to your smile. 1. Hard Candies Candy may be yummy, but it is also packed with sugar. Because hard candy is meant to sit in your mouth
Smoking can lead to numerous health problems including death. If you smoke, quitting now should be a priority. That being said, how do you minimize teeth staining while you still smoke? This is a valid question. The yellow staining caused by tobacco use can prove much more difficult than other types to remove. By following these helpful tips, you can keep smoking-related staining at bay. 1. Cut Back The less
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Sep 2018
Closing the Gaps in Your Teeth Using Invisalign
Sometimes, even the most beautiful smile can have a blemish. But while some people may call it a flaw, others may refer to it as natural beauty, and they enjoy the appearance of the gap between their teeth. There is absolutely no harm with having a gap on your front teeth. If you don’t mind it, then go ahead and enjoy your smile. However, if you have concerns with the
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Aug 2018
What You Need to Know About Wisdom Teeth Removal
The removal of wisdom teeth is one of the most common dental procedures. These teeth, often referred to as ‘third molars’ grow at the back of the gums. They are the last teeth to come through and typically do not present until late adolescence or adulthood. The majority of people will have four wisdom teeth- two on the top and two on the bottom- though not all of them may
Tooth enamel forms the first line of defense when it comes to protecting our teeth against tooth decay and cavities. It is the outermost part of the tooth, and it serves to protect the more delicate tooth pulp and dentin below it. Lucky enough, tooth enamel comes equipped for this role as it is the hardest substance in our bodies. But since it doesn’t have living cells, tooth enamel cannot