Manage Your Dental Problems One Tip at a Time

Posted on: 15 June 2022
Wisdom teeth are located in your gum's back and are usually the last to grow. Nevertheless, wisdom teeth extraction may be necessary if the teeth cause you problems. Here are some pros of removing your wisdom teeth. Prevents Teeth Crowding If there isn't enough jaw space to support all your teeth, wisdom teeth growth may result in crowding. Teeth crowding may lead to dental issues, including misalignment. Generally, crooked teeth negatively affect your smile.
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Posted on: 5 May 2022
If you have crooked teeth, gaps, or bite problems, your dentist will likely recommend braces to address these issues. You have more choices to consider when it comes to braces than ever before. Self-ligating braces are one option that may meet your needs. Self-ligating braces work similarly to traditional braces, but instead of using elastic bands to hold the archwire in place, a specialized bracket holds it in place. If you are thinking about self-ligating braces, here's what you need to know.
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Posted on: 28 March 2022
A tooth shouldn't be extracted without a follow-up plan. Obviously, the only way to really follow up on a missing tooth is to replace it, so it's likely that your dentist will have discussed dental implants with you. Implants involve a small titanium alloy screw being inserted into your jaw, which replaces your missing tooth root. Once your jaw has healed around the screw, a prosthetic dental crown (replacement tooth) can be fitted.
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Posted on: 22 February 2022
The endosteal dental implant is the most common procedure done today. While highly effective, this type of implant requires the jaw bone to be dense and strong enough to support the titanium post that holds the crown. However, people with insufficient bone mass don't have to resign themselves to getting fitted with dentures. Here are two alternative procedures that can help those with weak jawbones get dental implants. Zygomatic Implants
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