2018

Understanding Why You'll Always Wear Your Last Set Of Invisible Braces

When you wear invisible braces, you can look ahead to when your last set will arrive. This last set will be the final adjustment that you’ll ever need, and yet you’ll probably be wearing that last set every single day from now on. If you’re wondering why, read on to discover why this is and why it’s actually a good thing. Prevents Shifting Teeth The reality of straightening teeth is that teeth can shift back to the wrong position once the treatment is complete.…

On A Roster: How Dentists Are Called Up To Hospitals For Emergencies

Taking a trip head-first through your car’s windshield is a terrifying experience. If you are alert enough after the staggering pain, you will feel the damage done to your face and to your teeth and mouth. In the emergency room at the hospital, surgeons can put your face back together, but a broken jaw and missing teeth require the skilled work of a dentist/dental surgeon. Here is how most hospitals handle cases like yours.…

My name is Gloria Smothers and if you have a tooth that's missing, you should read my blog to learn about the various options that a dentist will recommend. Many individuals opt for a bridge and this is an application the dentist will make that attaches to the teeth beside the opening. Another option is to have a dental implant inserted into the space. This is a permanent solution and it requires a surgical procedure. If you have several missing teeth, you might want to consider a partial denture. I talked to my dentist and learned a ton of information about my options when I had to replace a missing tooth. I believe that with my extensive research, I was able to make the best choice. I hope this information will also help you to decide which option you want to take to replace your missing tooth.