Far too many people avoid going to the dentist, even though you're supposed to go twice a year. Oral health is just as important as other aspects of your health, so you should make an effort to take care of your teeth and gums at home and also visit your dentist regularly. They will thoroughly examine your teeth, gums, and the rest of your mouth to ensure you're healthy.
Here are some of the reasons that everyone should visit their dentist regularly.
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Some accidents affect your smile in a significant way. It could have happened during sports, due to a serious fall, or even due to a major car accident, and a number of your teeth may not have survived. When multiple teeth have been knocked out, you'll need a partial mouth reconstruction. When all your teeth have been knocked out, you'll need a full mouth reconstruction. And sometimes when a few teeth have survived, a full mouth reconstruction may yield the best results.
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A yearly or bi-yearly dental cleaning can help to keep common tooth issues like tooth decay at bay. Dental cleanings are painless and non-invasive. But some patients are wary of dental cleanings because they fear the dental tools used in the process.
If you want to remove stains or tartar from your teeth, a dental cleaning can do that for you in one sitting. Here are some of the most common tools used to clean teeth by a dental hygienist.
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Have you given up trying to whiten your teeth after a few too many bad experiences? If your attempts have been unsuccessful, your teeth may be as stubbornly yellow as ever—but your teeth could now be incredibly sensitive as well. Aside from just learning to live with your yellow teeth, what's the solution to your problem?
Dental Enamel Erosion
There's a good chance that you're experiencing enamel erosion. Dental enamel is the strong outer coating of your teeth, and it protects the lower layer of your teeth, which is made of a substance called dentin.
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Teens love self-ligating braces because they are smaller and less noticeable than traditional metal braces. So, what are self-ligating braces, and how do they work? Here's what you need to know.
What Are Self-Ligating Braces?
Self-ligating braces are a type of bracket used in orthodontic treatment. They differ from traditional braces in that they do not require the use of elastics or rubber bands to hold the wire in place. Instead, they use a slide mechanism built into the brackets, which allows them to attach directly to the archwire.
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