24 January 2017
When a wisdom tooth does not fully erupt from under the gums, either staying completely below or only emerging partially, it is referred to as impacted. This is rare with most teeth, but it can be quite common with the wisdom teeth, which usually come in between the end of a person's teenage years and their early twenties. If your wisdom teeth are impacted, the issue will probably be painless, but your dentist might still recommend that you have them removed.
24 January 2017
Did you know that the modern-day dentist has the capability to replace a tooth in your mouth that may have been missing for many years? It used to be felt that implants were only really practical very soon after the original tooth had been removed for whatever reason. However, now the dentist is able to restore your bite and appearance quite a long time after the fact. How is this accomplished and how does this benefit you?
24 January 2017
A diastema is simply the proper medical name given to a gap between two teeth. Many people have such gaps, and they are usually nothing to worry about from an oral-health point of view. That said, many people with a large diastema between the upper incisors dislike the look and wish to close the gap. The two main options for accomplishing this are veneers and braces. Each option has its own drawbacks and benefits, but veneers will often make a better option.
18 January 2017
Do you think that braces are just for kids? This is a prevalent misconception in society, perhaps because a lot of the marketing associated with braces is meant to target this particular demographic. If you're more mature and have been thinking about how to get your teeth straightened, the good news is that braces can certainly be a course of action for you. What do you need to consider first?
18 January 2017
Unless you need to stick with one particular dentist for insurance reasons, you'll probably enjoy the option to simply visit any dentist at any nearby surgery instead of registering with just one. Some people prefer the freedom that this provides, and it might be a better option if you frequently need to travel to other parts of the country for extended periods. However, most people will strongly benefit from registering with and sticking to just one dentist.
18 January 2017
Travelling with a toothache is never nice. It's even worse when you didn't plan for it beforehand (who does?), and downright murderous if you still have several hours of your journey remaining before you can disembark and do something about the pain. On foot or by car you at least have the option of seeking out a pharmacy for some extra strong painkillers, or booking an emergency dental appointment within the hour.
17 January 2017
If you are planning to begin a family, you and your partner have a tremendous amount to consider. You've got to think about the months of pregnancy leading up to the birth and how you're going to cope with it physically, mentally and financially. You have to start looking long-term and make preparations for the well-being of the child in its new home. Yet while all of this is in mind, have you stopped to think about your own health as an expectant mother?