Celebrate Oral Health Month in June by Keeping Your Braces Cleaner Than Ever Before
It's always easy to care for your braces and maintain good oral health. Brackets, wires, and bands aren't very susceptible to staining, but plaque and bacteria can build up around the brackets and teeth. Plaque and bacteria can cause cavities and gum disease. Plaque is a type of bacteria that forms on your teeth, and […]
Fix Your Child’s Bad Bite and Relieve Their TMJ With the Help of Orthodontics
A bad bite is a misalignment of the teeth, which may cause a number of problems. A bad bite makes chewing difficult and can cause tooth wear. This can also cause a number of TMJ disorders. What Is A Bad Bite? A bad bite is when the teeth do not align properly, often overlapping or […]
Exploring the Best Tools to Use at Home to Clean Your Teeth in Braces
If you wear braces, then you know that flossing and brushing your teeth have become more important than ever. Braces make it more difficult to reach into your mouth and clean your teeth. Failing to brush and floss properly while wearing braces can lead to tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease. In addition to practicing […]
Wearing Braces Can Help Relieve Jaw Pain From a Misaligned Bite
Misaligned bites can lead to a variety of oral health problems, including jaw pain. Jaw pain is usually caused by poor bite alignment. When the teeth are misaligned, they may cause muscle pain in the jaw. How Does A Misaligned Bite Cause Jaw Pain? Many patients experience facial and jaw pain caused by a misaligned […]
Wearing Braces? What You Can Look Forward to During Your Routine Adjustments
Dental braces are devices used to correct various dental irregularities. They are used to place additional pressure on the teeth in order to move them to the desired position. Dental braces are of various types, depending on the severity of the dental irregularity. The Procedure of Adjustment of Braces The first step of the routine […]
Dental Emergencies: How to Care for Your Teeth When Wearing Braces and Participating in Winter Sports
Not every problem with your teeth qualifies as a true dental emergency, but anything that causes pain can interfere with your ability to function normally. Root canals, tooth extractions, and other surgical procedures are necessary when a tooth is damaged and cannot be repaired. However, some smaller issues can be treated with over-the-counter pain relievers […]