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Adult Braces
Although braces are often applied during childhood, braces aren’t just for kids. Braces are actually for anyone interested in improving their teeth. Adult orthodontic treatment is becoming a very popular form of cosmetic dentistry, as many people wish to preserve their natural enamel rather than have veneers or crowns implanted to improve their smile. Celebrities such as Tom Cruise…
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Orthodontic Records
Long before you actually get your braces put onto your teeth, your orthodontist will obtain orthodontic records from you. Orthodontic records contain information on your past dental history, and they work to help your orthodontist plan your treatment, from where each bracket needs to be placed to predicting what your teeth will look like when your…
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Introduction
Understanding the process of getting braces and orthodontics does not need to send you into a tailspin. Here, you will find everything you need to know about braces and orthodontics, from why you may need braces to how to fix a broken bracket. Do You Need Braces? The first step in the process of getting braces is finding out…
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Prevention
Preventing dental implant failure means being attentive to your oral surgeon or periodontist’s recommendations and keeping up with good oral hygiene. This means: Brushing properly, at least twice a day Flossing once a day Not smoking or drinking alcohol Coming back for follow-up appointments Having regular check-ups and cleanings Preparation and Planning Dental implant surgery, though highly successful,…
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What to Do if Your Dental Implant Fails
The first step in taking care of an issue is knowing when to call for help. If you’ve had a dental implant, call your oral surgeon or healthcare provider if you experience any of the following: Speaking, chewing, or mouth opening difficulties Facial swelling after the first two days Persistent or worsening toothache and/or mouth pain Bad…
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Causes of Dental Implant Failure
There are two primary types of dental implant failures. Early implant failures occur due to problems with the procedure itself, or osseointegration, the process by which bone material grows around the abutment and integrates it into the structure. Late implant failures tend to be the result of other health factors as well as pressure placed on…
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Signs
Signs that your dental implant is failing include: Implant feeling loose: Implants are comprised of a crown (the false tooth) affixed to a post that’s embedded into your jaw bone called an “abutment.” Looseness, or the feeling that the tooth is moving or twisting, arises when these elements aren’t properly affixed. Difficulty chewing: If the dental implant…
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Bad Dental Implants
Dental implants have been growing in popularity as a means of replacing missing teeth. With this method, oral surgeons or periodontists (a dentist who specializes in procedures for gum disease and dental implants) permanently affix natural-looking false teeth customized and color-matched to fit into your smile. This multi-stage procedure has a very high success rate, with…
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Which Option Is Best for Me?
Both Invisalign and braces can straighten your teeth, improve your smile, and correct common dental complaints, such as an overbite or underbite. If you’re self-conscious about wearing braces, especially as an adult, you might prefer a more discreet orthodontic device like Invisalign. However, Invisalign isn’t right for everyone. If you’ve had previous orthodontic treatments, you might not…
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Procedure
To get traditional braces, you’ll start with a thorough dental examination and X-ray imaging. Your orthodontist will secure the brackets to your teeth with bonding adhesive, thread a wire through them, and keep the wire and brackets firmly in place with a series of bands. Traditional braces may involve more follow-up visits to the orthodontist over…
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