Braces: They are incredibly helpful tools, but they can be quite expensive. If you end up needing to have braces, you have quite a few options available to you. Your orthodontist will give you the option of traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces, or invisible braces (i.e., Invisalign). While all of the different options of braces have varied costs, in ...

Did you know that snoring is a sign of sleep apnea? Well, mild sleep apnea that is,  but sleep apnea nonetheless. While you might find the idea of using a CPAP machine rather unnecessary especially if you have mild sleep apnea, the truth is that if you do not take measures to resolve this problem now, then your mild case ...

For all parents, the root of their joy is in watching how their kids grow up. Each moment brings a new change and each change ushers a new phase of life for their kid. An example of such a moment that is eagerly anticipated by parents is when their baby pops out the first tooth or the first set of ...

Regardless of the industry, innovation is an inevitable part of life. From the automobile industry to the communication industry to how we relate with each other. Positive changes are unavoidable. In the dental industry, braces have been undergoing a subtle but constant level of change. From the rudimentary devices used around the 400 – 300 BC by Hippocrates and Aristotle ...

Poor oral hygiene can lead to health issues such as gum disease, infection, tooth decay, and even tooth loss. That is why experts recommend that patients visit their dentists for routine checkups at least once every six months. In addition to maintaining a good oral hygiene routine and scheduling regular checkups, there are certain things you can do at home ...

Tooth extraction is a procedure which involves the removal of a tooth from its socket. It is a necessary form of treatment when a tooth has been severely damaged by infection or decay. If a tooth is damaged or decaying, a dentist will first attempt to repair the damage with a filling, root canal, crown, or other form of treatment. ...

What Is a Dental Implant? Dental implants are made of titanium metal andare placed into the jawbone underneath a person’s gums and look like natural teeth. They are inserted into a patient’s gums when they are receiving replacement teeth. Dental implants are used to replace a tooth’s natural root and are used to support artificial teeth. During the procedure, dental ...

The second main step to complete your journey to straight teeth is to find a retainer that will help keep your teeth straight and finish the orthodontic treatment process that your braces already started. While your orthodontist or dentist will help you make this decision and find out which retainer is the best for you, it’s always helpful to go ...

Dental inlays are special types of restorations that repair teeth which have decayed, cracked, or fractured. Dental inlays are used when a patient’s tooth is decayed but not damaged enough to need a crown. Inlays are bonded to damaged teeth and are typically given to patients whose teeth have been too damaged to be fixed with a filling but are ...

Nowadays, there are many different ways to help straighten crooked permanent teeth. In fact, retainers, while the most common, aren’t the only things that can help straighten teeth. A palatal expander is one of the essential tools used by orthodontists to help straighten a smile, as well as help with jaw development. But what, exactly, is a palatal expander? Why ...