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A Teenager's Guide to Braces

When I was in high school, my dentist recommended that I get braces. I remember the horror that I felt when I looked in the mirror and saw a mouthful of metal gazing back at me. Since that time, braces have evolved greatly and they no longer have the same stigmas attached to them. I designed this blog to help young people who are unsure about wearing braces and those who have them and are having trouble adjusting. Even with the old fashioned type I wore, I have more than a few useful tricks and tips to help even the coolest braces wearer adjust.

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A Teenager's Guide to Braces

Dos And Don’ts Of Using Cloves As A Home Remedy For A Toothache

6 December 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Having a toothache is one of the more uncomfortable things that someone can endure, and while some sensitivities can come and go, many toothaches only get worse over time. The best thing that you can do for a sore tooth is to see your dentist. He or she will identify the reason that the tooth is bothering you, and then do whatever it takes to address the problem. If you need to wait a few days before you can get into the clinic, you'll want to manage the pain yourself. Read More 

How To Take Great Care Of Your Dental Implants

5 November 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Having dental implants inserted into your jaw is the premier way to replace missing teeth. Once your dentist mounts crowns on the implants, the only ones who will be able to tell the implanted teeth are not real are you and your dentist. If you want your implants to remain in immaculate condition, however, you will need to take good care of them -- which you can accomplish by following these guidelines. Read More 

How To Tell If You Have A Cavity

10 October 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

If you haven't had a cavity as an adult, then you may not have the first clue about what they feel like. As one of the most common oral conditions, the good thing about cavities is that they are easy to treat with a dental filling. But how can you tell if you need to go in to see your dentist for a cavity or if it's something that should clear up on its own? Read More 

The Three Major Stages Of Getting A Tooth Replacement Dental Implant

14 September 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Getting a dental implant will provide you with one of the longest-lasting and most realistically functioning and looking tooth replacements out there. If you're wondering what the process is like to get a dental implant, you should know that there are three major steps once the ball is rolling and you and your dental implant treatment specialist have planned to set you up with dental implants. Here are the next three steps you'll be going through, from start to finish. Read More 

4 Pros And Cons Of Getting Porcelain Veneers

22 August 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Thanks to the ever-evolving world of cosmetic dentistry, there are more and more procedures you can undergo to obtain a more beautiful and healthy smile. If you have a few cosmetic concerns with your front teeth, you may be considering porcelain veneers because of how they can transform your smile. However, veneers may not be the right choice for everyone, so check out these four pros and cons of getting porcelain veneers. Read More