What are some different types of oral surgery?

Posted on: 18 February 2016

Oral surgery is an area of dental practice that provides treatments for severe dental infections, helps with orthodontic treatment, and can help with replacing missing teeth. Here are some different types of oral surgery procedures you may need at a certain point in your life. Extractions  There are many different reasons you might need to have a tooth extracted. For example, you may have teeth that are getting in thew ay of proper orthodontic treatment due to overcrowding, which the dentist will remove prior to putting on braces.
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How to Eat Healthy With Dentures

Posted on: 29 January 2016

If you are new to having dentures, you might find it hard to decide what to eat. While it can be an adjustment, you will soon have your taste back and be able to eat almost anything you want. Here are some tips for eating healthy even with dentures.  Start With Liquids After you first get your dentures, it is a good idea to begin with liquids. You need some time to adjust to having the dentures, so it helps to choose healthy foods that can be made into liquids.
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3 Possible Side Effects from Teeth Whitening

Posted on: 18 January 2016

If you aren't happy with the staining and discolouration of your teeth, you might be considering teeth whitening. While professional teeth whitening gives you the opportunity of having a beautiful, white smile, there are also some side effects you should be aware of. This helps you be more prepared and decide if this is the right option for you. Sensitive Teeth One of the most common side effects from having teeth whitened is extra sensitivity of your teeth enamel.
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6 Common Misconceptions About Invisalign

Posted on: 22 December 2015

Invisalign has been around since 1999, and it is responsible for modifying over 2.4 million smiles around the world as of 2014. It involves the use of a series of clear plastic retainers to gently, but firmly, shift teeth into the desired position. Invisalign is particularly popular with adults as an alternative to metal braces, as it is virtually invisible. The plastic trays are even removable for times when you don't want any extra attention on your mouth—job interviews, speeches, etc.
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