Experiencing sharp pains when consuming hot and cold foods and beverages, or when breathing in cold air, are common indicators of sensitive teeth. Caused by the wearing down of enamel—the protective layer on the outside of a tooth—the Oral Health Foundation says that sensitivity is usually felt “where the tooth and the gum meet and […]
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Malocclusion: defined as the misalignment of the upper and lower sets of teeth, it’s one of the most straightforward problems in dentistry. There are essential three classes of malocclusion: class 1, which involves a normal bite but slight overlapping of the teeth; class 2, where overbite is clear and pronounced; and class 3, where a […]
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They see a lot of teeth during a typical week, along with every problem in the book, so that’s why it’s important to follow their advice. Here are seven pieces of advice from hygienists to brush up on.
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After reading the title of this infographic, you might be inclined to cover you mouth and do a (inhale, exhale) breath check. But it’s time to speak up about the negative impacts chronic halitosis can have on our social and professional lives. Thankfully, the U.K. dental experts at Dervla Leavy Dental Care, have these foul-breath […]
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I’m sure everyone can relate. At one time or another, we’ve all defied reason because sometimes, sometimes it’s just plain unreasonable to wait the designated amount of time to bite into that gooey pizza pop you’ve just plucked from the searing hot toaster oven. In reality when hungry tummy wins the war over patience, you know you’re gonna […]
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Maintaining good oral and dental hygiene starts with brushing and flossing. However, there is much more you can do to proactively help prevent cavities and tooth decay (i.e., mouthwash, six month dental checkups, dental sealants, etc.). Take a look at this handy infographic from Sydenortho.com, a long-standing product supplier and support to the orthodontic profession, for […]
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