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Fluoride for Oral Health [7 Facts to Use it or Not?]

The American Dental Association has assessed minimal risks with the use of fluoride in children under the age of 8. There is a small risk of them developing white spots on their teeth due to overconsumption of it. This is called mild fluorosis. Let then 2 percent of the cases cause any symptoms more severe than this. While mild fluorosis is a concern, poor oral cavity health is even more concerning. Cavities are the most common disease among both adults and children.

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7 Definitive Hacks (for Your Oral Health)

Your family’s oral health should always be at the forefront of your mind. Almost everything you do involves your teeth. For instance, your teeth help to shape your speech, and you clearly know the impact of flashing a beautiful smile.

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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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Are Direct-to-Consumer (Clear Aligners) Good?

Are direct-to-consumer clear Aligners good? The field of orthodontics is full of new technology that makes it easier than ever to achieve a dazzling smile. While getting straight teeth used to involve years of wearing a mouth full of metal, you can now benefit from options such as aligner trays that are more comfortable.

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9 Signs of a Good Dentist

A good dentist or orthodontist combines personal care for his or her patients, the latest technology, and continuing education to make sure you get the best oral care possible in a welcoming environment. Your smile is a big part of your first impression, and a good orthodontist takes your smile very seriously. When you search for a dentist near me, here are nine signs of a good dentist to consider.

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The [Orthodontic] future is in 3D X-Rays

In past decades, orthodontists were completely dependent on hands-on oral exams and mouth molds to create a patient’s treatment plan. However, with the invention of 3D X-rays in orthodontics, today’s orthodontist can actually see your mouth as it is with the use of X-ray technology! Your orthodontist can use this 3D computer model to examine your orthodontic treatment. He or she can see from every angle and choose the approach that is best for your individual needs and goals. For orthodontic specialists today, this makes 3D X-ray technology a real industry “game changer.”

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What Are [Orthodontic] Rubber Bands – How Do They Work?

Did you know that elastics were used before braces for teeth alignment? These elastic bands were first used in 1843 by Dr. Edward Maynard to align the top and bottom row teeth. In 1850, Dr. E.J Tucker further enhanced this technique by making the bands smaller to make them more comfortable in the patient’s mouth.

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Understanding Braces and Speech [Issues]

When you and your children hear that braces are coming up in their near future, you may both have a variety of concerns. For example, kids are often nervous about how they are going to eat their favorite foods. As a parent, you may have concerns about your children’s speech; you may assume that since they are having devices placed on their teeth, they will struggle to speak correctly.

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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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