Posts Tagged ‘teeth’
Categories of Impacted Wisdom Teeth Part 1
We have learned generally what impacted wisdom teeth are; now let’s explore in a little more depth the different categories of impacted teeth. There are 4 categories that an impacted wisdom [...]
Possible Issues with Wisdom Teeth
When wisdom teeth don’t grow in properly it is usually because they are impacted. I spoke earlier of my own impacted tooth that is literally lying down growing in sideways. Impacted teeth are [...]
Dental Surgery is a Must for Wisdom Teeth
We all have to deal with wisdom teeth growing in and for most of us that means the painful journey of having them removed. Three of my wisdom teeth have broken the skin, which means they are poking [...]
The Experience of Getting Braces Put On
This article I want to explore the actual process of getting braces put on and some of the main steps involved. First, the orthodontist will apply an adhesive that will bond the band to the tooth. [...]
How Retainers Aid in Bone Remodeling
We have discussed how braces actually move teeth and how the bones breakdown and are recreated to accommodate the new position, which is called bone remodeling. We talked about how the teeth will [...]
How Braces Move Teeth and Bone
Our teeth are seated in our jaw bone and in our skull. How do braces reshape the formation of something that is rooted into bone? This is what I want to find out. Our teeth, when braces are [...]
Teeth Bleaching and Teeth Whitening Compared
A teeth bleaching product is one that can whiten the teeth brighter than their natural color. Teeth whitening products, on the other hand, are able to clean the teeth and allow them to regain their [...]
Invisalign: An Alternative to Braces
Straightening your teeth usually means you will need to wear braces for a year or more. These metal wires don’t make the most attractive smile and a person confidence can suffer. They can also be a [...]
Mouth Guards: Cheaper than the Cost of Dental Implants
When I sleep sometimes I grind my teeth. To help protect my teeth the dentist recommended fitting me for a mouth guard. The cost for this piece of plastic would be around $200 but the dentist [...]
Protecting Teeth with A Night Guard
A few years ago I started going to this new dentist and after the routine “get to know you” x-rays, inspections, and salutations my dentist noticed that my teeth had been worn down. When I bite [...]