Have you ever wondered if, beyond traditional braces, there’s a solution for straightening teeth? You’re not alone. With 4.5 million people in the United States currently wearing braces or some other appliance in pursuit to straighten their teeth, it’s a common question. Braces technology has come a long way, and there are now many types you can choose. Lingual braces, one of the more recent forms of orthodontic work, is
If you’re researching apicoectomies, you’ve probably already undergone a root canal procedure. This type of surgery is typically performed to finish what a root canal started and save your natural tooth from infection. We’re here to help guide you through exactly what an apicoectomy is and what it means for you. What Is an Apicoectomy? The first step to understand an apicoectomy is to gain some knowledge of the anatomy
What great gifts do you remember getting from the tooth fairy as a child? Teaching your child about good oral care can be difficult. The tooth fairy is a great way to encourage your child to brush their teeth and floss daily. Here are some fun tooth fairy stories you can read to your child to motivate them to take care of their teeth. Who Is The Tooth Fairy? Well,
Have you heard of Oromandibular Dystonia (OMD) before? Most people haven’t, and you may be new to it yourself. OMD is a rare movement disorder where muscles contract uncontrollably, causing abnormal, often repetitive, movements and or postures in the face, jaws, and tongue. Overall, about three people out of every million have OMD. Even though it’s rare, there are some treatment options out there that can offer relief. So if
Do you have problems chewing your food? Saying certain words? Getting a good night’s sleep? If you experience any of these issues or have jaw-related pain – perhaps resulting in headaches – check with your dentist. You could potentially resolve these problems with corrective jaw surgery. Also known as orthognathic surgery, the procedure straightens or realigns your jaw. Performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS), orthognathic surgery also corrects
They say ‘it takes a village.’ In beating cancer — that couldn’t be more true. So consider your dentist a neighbor in your village who will protect and guide you in keeping your oral health in tip-top shape, so you’re able to focus on your primary concern. Before you and your medical team implement your game plan, a visit to your dental team can help make your crusade of crushing
If you or someone you know misarticulates certain phonetic sounds, it may be due to a lisp. The cause, effects and solutions for this speech disorder may differ, depending on the person. Here’s why someone may have trouble making phonetic sounds correctly and what can be done about it. What Are Lisps and What Causes Them? A lisp is a common type of speech impediment. An article from Speech-Language Pathology
Stick your tongue out in the mirror. Do you see any deep grooves? Would you consider your tongue “cracked” looking? If so, fear not! You may have a common condition known as a fissured tongue. If you’re just now noticing that your tongue has some abnormal creases or grooves, it may be the first time you’ve really considered your tongue. As arguably the strongest muscle in your body, your tongue
You or your teen is getting braces. It’s a big investment, both in time and money. And while there’s excitement about the result, you’re wondering how it’s going to affect your life. For example, can you still eat the foods you love? The good news is mostly yes, with some alterations. Here, we’ll share with you what you can eat and how and a few food items you should completely
If you or a family member breaks one of your wisdom teeth, what’s the wisest thing to do? A. Avoid chewing food on the side of the broken wisdom tooth. B. Very gently clean your back teeth, including your broken molar. (Did we mention: Wisdom teeth are known as your third molars.) C. Make a dental appointment asap. If you choose A, B, and C, you’re very wise indeed. But the wisest thing
We’ve all heard about stains on teeth and what you can do to remove those stains and make them whiter. But have you ever heard of white spots on teeth? Technically called white spot lesions; they are a sign of early decay. White spot lesions may be due to fluorosis (overexposure of fluoride to the teeth), enamel hypoplasia (thinner development of the enamel on teeth), demineralization of the enamel on
In the U.S., allergy season begins as early as February in many areas and usually continues until early summer or fall, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. If you experience seasonal allergies (also known as hay fever), the Mayo Clinic notes that you may develop a runny nose, nasal congestion and sneezing, among other symptoms. Sometimes, you can even get a sore throat from allergies. Here’s