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What is Halitosis
Halitosis is simply a term used for bad breath. Approximately 25% of the population experiences halitosis. It can cause embarrassment and anxiety, however you should not worry, as the most common cause is poor oral hygiene. Anyone can suffer from bad breath. Poor oral hygiene and dehydration are common culprits. Food particles left behind are …
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Lingual Braces
Nearly three million Americans have braces, one in five are adults according to Harvard Medical School. Orthodontics has evolved through the years transitioning from metal brackets to clear aligner therapy. Today, lingual braces are becoming more popular for those who are concerned about the appearance of brackets. Everyone has seen traditional metal brackets on teeth, …
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MTM Clear Aligner Therapy
Dentsply Sirona, the World’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies has joined the Worlds Clear aligner systems with its MTM Clear Aligner system. It has been used by dentists for nearly ten years. So what does MTM mean” It’s simply minor tooth movements. The system consists of fully removable clear plastic aligners (PVC …
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What is a crown?
What is a crown? A crown, or cap is an indirect dental restoration placed over a tooth to restore it to natural shape, size, strength and function. Crowns are cemented into place covering the visual portion of the tooth in the mouth, giving an improved appearance. Crowns can be single unit or multi-unit, a fixed …
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What is Malocclusion?
What is Malocclusion Malocclusion, or occlusion that has deviated from Class I molar relationship, can be a result of developmental, genetic and environmental factors. Class I malocclusion results when the relationship with the molars is normal, but the anterior (front) teeth are malpositioned, rotated, and out of alignment. These factors can compromise an individuals’ long-term …
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Oral Hygiene Basics
What is oral hygiene? Oral hygiene is defined as the practice of keeping one’s mouth clean and disease free by brushing and cleaning in between the teeth. This must be accomplished regularly in order to prevent disease and keep your breath fresh. Dental disease includes both dental caries (tooth decay) and gingivitis or periodontitis …
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Cold Sores HSV
What is a cold sore? Despite their name, cold sores have nothing to do with the common cold. A cold sore or fever blister is a painful sore caused by an infection with the Herpes Simplex virus type-1. These sores can show up anywhere on your body, however commonly we relate them to outbreaks …
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Root Canal Therapy
What is a root canal? Beneath the hard-white enamel shell on the outside of your tooth, there is a soft layer called dentin. On the inside of the soft dentin layer, is the pulp of the tooth, which contains blood vessels and nerve tissue that is vital to the growth of the tooth during formation. …
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What is gum disease?
What is gum disease? Gum disease, known as periodontal disease is defined as an infection in the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our mouths are full of naturally occurring bacteria. This bacterium along with mucous and debris form a sticky film called plaque. When plaque is insufficiently removed with both flossing and brushing, …
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Wisdom Teeth
Why do we get wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth or third molars are your four hindmost molars that erupt usually by the age of 18-20 years of age. It is believed that wisdom teeth were developed as a result of the wear on our teeth from our ancestors. Their diet of leaves, grains, seeds and nuts …
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