Emergency Dentistry on a Budget

Getting Familiar with Dental Bridges

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If it is your first time dealing with missing teeth, you may not be familiar with what a dental bridge is. A dental bridge works toward eliminating the gap that has been formed by either one or multiple missing teeth. The dental bridge in itself will typically comprise of a crown on each end. Between these crowns, there will be one or more false teeth attached to make up the bridge, depending on how many teeth you need replaced.…

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How Cosmetic Dental Surgery Can Help Smoke-Damaged Teeth

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Regularly smoking or chewing tobacco can damage your teeth and gums. While breaking the habit can be mentally and physically challenging, you could bypass some serious aesthetic and possibly life-threatening consequences. If you already have damaged teeth, cosmetic dentistry could be the most viable solution. Problem: Stained Teeth When you chew tobacco or smoke, you will significantly increase the risk of discolouring your teeth. In most circumstances, the staining will be a result of concentrated exposure; therefore, the stain will likely reside where you hold the cigarette or chewing tobacco in your mouth.…

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How Old Should Your Kid Be Before Getting Braces?

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If you look at photographs of high schoolers from the 50s and 60s you’ll see that many of the teenagers have smiles that are framed with braces. This sight is much less common these days. This is because these days kids tend to get their braces at an early age, with some beginning treatment at the age of just 6 or 7. So is there a best age for your kid to get braces?…

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