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The legend of the Tooth Fairy is well known to parents and particularly to children who look forward to a small reward every time a baby tooth falls out. Usually, a small sum of money is placed under the child’s pillow although a small treat can be substituted for cash and will be just as […]
Read moreChildren’s primary teeth usually start to appear in the first year and have two purposes. Learning to chew, eat and speak is one obvious function but they also act as space holders for the permanent teeth forming beneath the gums. Under normal circumstances primary teeth will fall out naturally by around the age of six […]
Read moreWe are all conscious about the appearance of our teeth. While some conditions might require more in-depth treatments such as traditional braces, other situations can be corrected with the help of modern technology in no time at all. One interesting example of this observation can be seen in what it known as an Inman Aligner. […]
Read moreDo you have multiple teeth missing in a row? Dental bridges will help to restore your natural smile while allowing you to enjoy all of the foods that you have grown to love. If you are considering this option or should you have an upcoming appointment with a dentist, it is a good idea to […]
Read moreAlthough there are traditional metal braces to straighten teeth for a beautiful smile, modern technology is giving us more options. One recent innovation which has entered into the marketplace is an orthodontic system known as Cfast. Functionality and Advantages The Cfast systems involve clear wires alongside brackets that match the colour of your teeth. These […]
Read moreIf you have gum disease, your dentist may use a laser in your treatment. In fact, lasers are being used quite a bit in dentistry. Laser dentistry uses a focused beam of light to treat common dental problems; it is quick, versatile and comfortable. Laser treatment offers an alternative to injections, dentist drills and other […]
Read moreA dental bridge will help to restore your natural smile while allowing you to enjoy all of the foods that you have grown to love. If you have multiple missing teeth, talk to your dentist about a bridge. In fact, it is critical to replace those missing teeth — as they will cause your remaining […]
Read moreHave you been struggling with crooked teeth for years? Are you conscious when smiling around others or do you have concerns in regards to your professional appearance? While these situations could have been solved by braces in the past, technology has come a long way in recent years. One of the most interesting revolutions in […]
Read moreBotox is used by people around the world to get a younger look, as Botox smooths facial lines and wrinkles. Botox (Botulinum toxin type A) is a toxin, but is used in minimal quantities in this nonsurgical treatment. Botox works by preventing signals from the nerve cells reaching muscles, therefore paralyzing them. This allows the […]
Read moreIf your front teeth are a problem, talk to your dentist about Six Month Smiles. This is a type of braces designed to correct the appearance of the front teeth — those that show when you smile. As the name implies, patients generally see the results within about six months. If you have these problems, […]
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