Invisalign® treatment fits into your busy lifestyle by offering a discreet and flexible way to straighten your teeth without major interruptions to your professional or social life. […]
Invisalign® for Adults: How It Fits Into a Busy Lifestyle
What Does a Dental Cavity Look Like?
Cavities do not always look the same. At first, they may appear as faint white, chalky spots, but as the decay progresses, they can turn light brown, dark brown, or even black. In more advanced stages, you might notice a small hole or pit in your tooth. […]
Why a Post Invisalign Retainer Is Essential for Maintaining Your New Smile
Teeth have memory. They often want to move back to their original positions. This natural tendency makes retention an essential part of any Invisalign plan. A retainer holds your teeth in place after they have been repositioned, allowing the surrounding bone and tissue to adapt and stabilize. […]
What Are the Different Types of Veneers?
Veneers come in 2 primary types, porcelain or composite, each designed to meet different aesthetic goals, timelines, and budgets. […]
Are Dental Cavities Contagious?
When you share saliva, you increase your risk of developing a cavity. While you cannot “catch” a cavity like a cold or flu, you can contract or transmit cavity-causing bacteria through saliva. […]
What Is Dental Bonding & How Can It Fix Gaps?
A gap creates an area where bacteria thrive, and without quick intervention, this can easily lead to long-term dental problems like cavities, gum disease, and food traps infection.
Fortunately, there is an answer: dental bonding. This quick and effective procedure addresses gaps and other minor imperfections. It is an ideal option for those looking for a cost-conscious and noninvasive approach to improving their smile. […]
Why Are My Teeth Chipping? Causes & Treatment Options
Chipping a tooth can be alarming. This is more than a short-term inconvenience—a chipped tooth can have long-term effects on oral health. The foods you eat, your unique habits, your dental hygiene, and your lifestyle play a role when chipped teeth are involved. […]
How Long After a Dental Cleaning Can I Eat?
You can usually eat right after a dental cleaning. However, if you received a fluoride treatment, you should wait at least 30 minutes before eating, giving the fluoride time to strengthen your teeth properly before rinsing. Make sure to follow any post-care instructions from your dentist to preserve the results of your cleaning. […]
Invisalign Soreness: 4 Remedies to Try
This discomfort is a normal part of the process, but there are several ways you can help alleviate the temporary soreness, including:
Using a cold compress
Rinsing with saltwater
Eating softer foods
Taking pain relievers
Abide with the recommended 20-22 hours of wearing the aligners […]
Overbite vs. Underbite: The Differences & Treatment Options
2 common types of malocclusion are overbites and underbites.
All of us have an overbite. It refers to how the upper front teeth cover the lower front teeth in the bite in a vertical perspective. Normally, the lower teeth should only be visibly covered by 30%. If the lower teeth are excessively covered, it is referred to as a deep bite or an excessive overbite.
An underbite, is where the lower jaw is more prominent and protrudes horizontally past the upper teeth. This often results in a flat middle face and a prominent chin appearance.
An overjet is often confused with an overbite. In dental terminology, an overjet is characterized by the upper teeth jetting out horizontally, well past the lower teeth. This is often associated with a more developed upper jaw or a less developed lower jaw, making the chin look retruded. It may also be referred to as having buck teeth.
Orthodontic options like full comprehensive metal braces and Invisalign can help correct these issues and improve function and appearance, but there are times when jaw surgery or cosmetic surgery may be needed. […]
