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3 Little Known Secrets (of a Braces Hero Pack)

A Braces Hero Pack? Orthodontists will impress upon you the importance of taking care of your new braces so that they do the job properly. To keep them in peak condition, you will want to obtain a new a Braces Hero Pack, more commonly known as a braces starter pack. These handy kits contain all you need and make it easier for you as they contain all (or at least most) of the necessary supplies to help you maintain peak oral hygiene regardless of whether you are spending the night at home or away somewhere else.

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11 Ways to Alleviate Discomfort [During Braces]

How to Alleviate Discomfort after Putting on Braces. Your child has just gotten braces. Your child’s excited to get the perfect smile, and you’re excited to do something good for your child. A few hours later, the downside of having wire and brackets in their mouths set in. Your child can’t eat solid foods, they have to brush after every meal (even snacks!), they’re now self-conscious of whether food gets stuck between their wires, and now they’re in pain. They’re just not having a great time.

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I Want Braces (Do I Really Need Teeth Removed?)

Do I really need teeth removed? If you just found out that you, your child or someone that is close to you is going to need braces, also called orthodontic cases, it’s okay. There is absolutely nothing to be worried about. It is incredibly common, especially in childhood, to need braces. Most people who have had them would agree on one thing for sure: the earlier your dentist tells you to see an orthodontist about getting them, the better. The sooner you get them, the sooner they can be taken off and, while they are common in childhood, they’re not nearly as common for adults, so most people prefer to get them during childhood.

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What Is the Difference between Traditional Expanders and Clear Aligners?

Modern orthodontic technology has come a long way since its beginnings. Nowadays, your options for having your teeth straightened can seem just as confusing as they are endless. At this time, you may be wondering, “What are traditional expanders?” or “What are clear aligners?” And what are the advantages of each?

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What Guidelines Will Help Children Remain Cavity-Free?

Dental decay is an incredibly common problem found in most offices. Unfortunately, when kids get cavities, they will need to have fillings placed that can affect their teeth for the rest of their teeth. The more fillings that are placed into the tooth, the more it compromises the integrity of the tooth and causes the need for root canals and crowns. Because of this, it is crucial that you work with your child to avoid and prevent cavities altogether so that your child will have clean and healthy teeth for a lifetime. Making changes to their diet and oral hygiene habits may also help other health conditions and will be good habits for them to carry on into adulthood.

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Are Braces Painful? (5 ANSWERS)

Are Braces Painful? Your orthodontist just told you that you need to get braces. Undoubtedly, you are feeling a little anxious. When your first learned that you needed some form of tooth-straightening device to improve your smile, it is likely that there were many questions that went through your mind. First and foremost, you may have asked, when am I going to be able to get these things off? You are also no doubt concerned about what the end results would be or how will your teeth look.

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Wear a Smile: Be the Height of Fashion 2017

Lee Mildon believes that most people won’t notice your old clothing when you wear a smile. Your face is the first thing that people look at when meeting you, and having an attractive smile with straight teeth can make a difference in how you are greeted.
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Smiles Are Great Investments 2017

Smiles are great investments: the more you collect, the better you feel. Have you ever had a perfect stranger make your day just by giving you a friendly smile? You can pass that gift along by sharing your smile with others. If you are shy about smiling, consider these suggestions to make your smile more attractive and make you more confident.

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The Greatest Self Has a Peaceful Smile

In one study, researchers found that 25 percent of participants hesitate to smile in pictures due to the appearance of their teeth. 28 percent of people in the study don’t smile when they’re featured in social media due to their smile. Lastly, over 80 percent of study participants believe that their teeth are ugly. That’s a lot of people who are unsatisfied with their smile!

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How is Invisalign Made?

Many people who are considering Invisalign dental aligners may be curious to know the process of how they are made. Because Invisalign is a very different system than traditional braces the process for making Invisalign appliances also varies greatly from the process of making braces.

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