– DEEP BITE (DEEP BITE) A deep bite is defined as excessive overlap between the upper and lower incisors. Typically, this overlap is about 2-4 mm, or the upper incisors cover 1/3 of the lower incisor height. This is the most common malocclusion, almost 20% of children and 13% of adults (according to research conducted […]
IT IS ALL ABOUT INVISALIGN Is orthodontic treatment painful? Does wearing Invisalign trays affect pronunciation when communicating? …. Frequently asked questions about orthodontic treatment with Invisalign trays Q: Is orthodontic treatment painful? A: Most people will feel some pain in their teeth for the first few days after wearing the new aligners. This is normal. […]
5 Steps to Take care of braces with Water flosser Step 1: After pouring water into the tank of the machine, choose the lowest intensity starting from 1 Step 2: Tilt your head towards the sink, place the nozzle in your mouth Step 3: Turn on the device, close your lips slightly Step 4: Place […]
You should be prepared for the fact that taking care of your teeth will be more difficult once you get braces. Braces have countless tiny spaces to trap food, and this trapped food causes plaque, which can lead to many other dental problems. Because of this, it’s very important to brush your teeth after every meal (snacks count, too), to rinse with mouthwash, and to floss at least once a day. This may seem tedious or excessive, but neglecting your oral hygiene can lead to serious oral health problems, force you to spend additional time in braces, or cause unsightly staining on your teeth. The extra responsibility needed to care for braces properly is something that both you and your child should be prepared for.
“Sensitive teeth never completely disappear,” Culotta-Norton said. “Symptoms may be less or even seem to go away for a while but unless the reasons why a person’s teeth become sensitive are completely eliminated the sensitivity will come and go.”
A 2010 study found that only in America, people spend more than $106 billion every single year on dental care. That’s a lot of money. And did you know that a lot of that work could be avoided by taking some preventative measures?
Dental health is important for kids as it is for adults. Truth be told, a lot depends on a person’s smile. Talk about personality and confidence, and you wouldn’t want your children to start loosing in the game early in their lives.
Tooth sensitivity is a common dental problem that involves discomfort or pain in teeth when encountering certain substances and temperatures. At least 40 million adults suffer from sensitive teeth in the United States, according to the Academy of General Dentistry.
Tongue scraping is a fast way to remove extra particles — including the ones that cause bad breath — from the surface of your tongue. It’s done with a small, slightly rounded tool made from plastic or metal. Although no amount of scraping can replace a good toothbrushing, its purported benefits have enticed quite a few to add this extra step to their morning and evening routines. Read on to learn more about how tongue scraping can improve your oral health, common misconceptions to keep in mind, and how to get started.
