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Porcelain veneers are often the last hope for someone who has severely damaged teeth and has exhausted all other dental options. Dental technicians create them from impressions of a patient's natural teeth that were taken by a cosmetic dentist. Porcelain replacements are then crafted and fitted over teeth that are thought to be beyond any other type of dental repair, creating a beautiful new smile.

Do you think this option is right for you? Let's evaluate who makes a good candidate…

There can be different reasons for a person to have a missing tooth or teeth. As one grows old, he is expected to lose a few teeth due to poor oral care. At the same time, even young people can lose a tooth or two in their early years due to an accident. Whatever is the reason behind losing teeth, it is not easy to live a normal life without teeth and you would like to replace them with new ones if that is possible. Unfortunately…

Fact or Fiction?

You may have heard this before or even wondered yourself, but never knew for sure if it was true: do dental cleanings remove enamel? First of all, let's look at some reasons people might believe this:

• After a dental cleaning your teeth may feel different, as if something is missing.
• After a dental cleaning your teeth may feel more sensitive to hot and cold, liquids and food.
• During the cleaning you heard "scraping" sounds…

Most of us know the importance of keeping our teeth clean healthy. You have teeth of various shapes and sizes in your mouth, and these are all used for different jobs. Teeth not only help us to chew food, but they also help us to talk and pronounce words correctly. They also help give our face its shape. And although it may be cosmetic, having a great smile is a great asset to have. I mean, who wants to be embarrassed to smile? So looking after your teeth just makes…

Seniors have a special set of circumstances nobody really understands until they reach that age group themselves, from health and dental care to aches and pains to finances and transportation and a myriad of things in between. If you're a senior worrying about dental care, however, there are ways to put your mind at ease. Finding the best coverage is your first step. Here's how to accomplish that and more.

Know What You Really Need

If you have a healthy dental history, without…

Tooth loss can happen for a number of different reasons, but one of the most common reasons for tooth loss amongst young people is accidents in sports. Some American dentists estimate that up to 4 out of 10 of the patients that they see who have experienced tooth loss have fallen victim to this issue because they have been involved in a sporting accident. It is hardly surprising when you consider the physical nature of football and basketball, and the high speeds involved with baseball and…

A perfect smile is priceless. Dentists globally have gone out of their way to ensure that more and more people get to take pride in their teeth. Crowns and bridges have proved to be worthwhile investments in the field of dentistry over the years.

Regardless of the nature of your tooth problem - fractured, weak, discolored or unevenly spaced out - with the right dental advice and care, it is possible to get it fixed depending on your needs. Having a crown or bridge can do the trick for…

Hiding your smile from the world just because of the structure of your teeth is not something that you should be doing. There are so many things that can make your teeth look like those of a toothpaste model. Porcelain crowns, inlays and onlays come in handy in this part of dental care. When installed by an expert dental practitioner, you can be sure that you will not be hiding your smile anymore.

Porcelain crowns, onlays and inlays

Simply put,…

The popularity of silver fillings has been increasing over the years. They are highly favoured options among many individuals. The benefits of installing this filling are just so many. It is one of the oldest forms of dental fillings that are available for your selection. The silver amalgam fillings are popular because they offer a lasting solution to various dental problems such as dental cavities and decay. Silver fillings are…

Oral hygiene is part of daily grooming, and clean teeth are an important part of one's body. Keeping your teeth intact may necessitate the need to adopt artificial implants. Crowns are a perfect example of such implants.

Crowns are protective of teeth. They are like caps that are meant to protect the broken or decayed tooth. The list of dental implants in use is so long and cannot be enumerated on paper, but crowns form one of those that are commonly used and go a long way when it…

Discolored teeth can be a real nuisance and a source of emotional pain in terms of low self-esteem. Teeth whitening, also known as bleaching is a procedure done by dentists all over the world. It is a great solution to the problem of discolored teeth.

Depending on the level of discoloration, whitening may be a home based procedure or it may necessitate that you pay your dentist a visit. There are many alternatives available for…

Although it does not have the lengthy track record of metal braces, Invisalign has emerged as a viable alternative to the old standby. Introduced in the year 2000, the transparent teeth straightening system has been winning new converts ever since. But could it ever really replace dental braces? Let's find out!

Tale Of The Tape

If this were a boxing match, picking a winner wouldn't be easy. Both systems do an…

An abscess occurs when a particular tooth suffers from a lot of decay, resulting in an infection spreading to the pulp chamber. The pulp chamber refers to the inner chamber of the tooth. If the infection cannot be fought off, the bacteria will multiply in the pulp chamber and then spread from the root of the tooth into the bone. This can be a very dangerous situation because this bacteria or infection can then attack the jaw or lead to gum disease. In some cases, it could even spread to the…

Cavities, aging, coffee, drugs and tobacco are some of the main factors that stain teeth. The cool thing is that there are many ways in which you can get rid of the unsightly stains. Some of these ways include:

Whitening Toothpastes

There are many whitening toothpastes that you can go for. When making the purchase you need to ensure that you buy the right ones. As rule of thumb you should…

When it comes to dental problems, one of the most common ones is wisdom tooth. Wisdom teeth are normally removed because they're located too far at the back of the mouth, making them a great source of discomfort. They are also often hard to reach with a toothbrush hence they're prone to developing cavities.

Anyway, most people want to have them removed even if the process can be quite complex because these teeth serve no…

Oral cancer affects over 45,000 Americans every year, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation. At least 8,650 people will die from it every year. The five-year survival rate after a diagnosis is 57 percent. As with most cancers, early diagnosis is key in receiving the appropriate treatment and reducing the mortality rate. How can you spot the early signs or even prevent it from occurring?

What Is Oral Cancer?

This type…

How do you keep strong, functional, and good-looking teeth?

There is no short cut to attaining this goal. In order to retain your healthy teeth, you will need to follow a proper dental care guide. Something that helps you prevent the pains and diseases brought about by poor dental health and will avoid you the costly dental care.

Here are some easy and effective tips to care for your teeth:

Do the…

Everyone wants whiter teeth. When asked what the number one thing you would change about your smile, it almost always includes whiter teeth. People who whiten their teeth are often inspired to take better care of their teeth to maintain their new smile. Studies have even shown that whitening your teeth makes people more confident in themselves and to the people around them. To top it off, whitening your teeth can make you look 5-10 years younger because yellowing teeth is a sign of…