Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are a dental milestone, often arriving unannounced in your late teens or early twenties. These teeth may be late bloomers, but they have a knack for stealing the spotlight when they make their debut, often sparking questions and concerns. Should they stay, or should they go? How do you know...
A radiant smile is more than just an aesthetic perk; it’s a window to your overall health. A healthy smile reflects a well-functioning oral cavity, contributing significantly to overall well-being. Here’s where general dentists come in—your partners in maintaining a healthy and beautiful smile. This blog serves as your comprehensive guide to understanding the role...
While brushing your teeth twice a day is a cornerstone of good oral hygiene, a radiant, healthy smile requires more than just a quick morning and evening scrub. This blog discusses deeper, exploring essential habits beyond brushing to cultivate a healthy smile for life. 15 Essential Habits for a Healthy Smile Maintaining a healthy smile...
The absence of teeth can significantly impact both oral health and self-confidence. Fortunately, our dentists offer advanced solutions to restore a complete and functional smile. Two prominent options are dental implants and dentures, each catering to specific needs. Let’s delve into the key distinctions between these procedures to assist you in making an informed decision. ...
What is a dental bridge? A dental bridge can replace a tooth or several teeth. The fake teeth in dental bridges look and function like real teeth. For a bridge, a person may see a prosthodontist, a dentist who specializes in restoring and replacing missing teeth, or a regular dentist. Either way, there are many options...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say that fluoridated water has reduced tooth decay by about 25 percent. Fluoride treatments may offer even more significant benefits to protect teeth. These treatments can be beneficial to people at risk of tooth decay but may not be right for everyone. In this article, we look...
Wisdom Teeth
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Why do wisdom teeth grow? Today they are something of a “genetic code” for us, manifesting itself through the millennia. Our ancestors needed the third molars badly to chew the food that was available to them. Most often these were hard parts of plants, meat, and other hard, unprocessed foods. These days, food has become...
Bruxism is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. If you have bruxism, you may unconsciously clench your teeth when you’re awake (awake bruxism) or clench or grind them during sleep (sleep bruxism). Sleep bruxism is considered a sleep-related movement disorder. People who clench or grind their teeth (brux) during sleep...
When should you take your child to the dentist for the first time? The first time to bring a child to the dentist is recommended at the age of about 6-10 months or when the first tooth erupted. This visit to the dentist is more for the parents than for the child. The doctor will...
CDBS stands for Child Dental Benefits Schedule. It is an Australian government program that provides eligible children with access to basic dental services. The CDBS aims to promote good oral health habits and ensure that children receive necessary dental treatment. Under the CDBS, eligible children aged 2 to 17 years can receive a benefit of...
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