Losing an Invisalign aligner can be stressful, especially when you’re committed to staying on track with your treatment. Misplacing a tray is more common than people think, and while it can interrupt your progress, acting quickly will help minimize any setback. Whether it slipped into a napkin at lunch or got thrown away by accident, here’s what to do next.
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Gum disease is one of the most common oral health issues among older adults, with studies showing that nearly two-thirds of people over the age of 60 experience some form of it. While gum disease can affect people of all ages, seniors face unique risk factors that make them more vulnerable. Understanding these causes—and taking proactive steps—can help older adults protect their smiles well into their golden years.
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Do the stains in your teeth bother you? Does it feel like your smile looks dull, no matter what you do? It’s understandable to be frustrated in trying to figure out why this happens. In some cases, it can be because of your genetics! To answer your question of how your family tree could be to blame, continue reading to learn how your dental discoloration might be hereditary and what you can do to get perfect pearly whites.
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Tooth loss can detract from your daily quality of life in several ways. Many patients feel self-conscious about the changes to their appearance. Others notice a lisp or other changed speech patterns, or struggle to bite and chew a variety of foods to support their oral and overall health.
Thankfully, your dentist can rebuild your grin with dental implants. These restorations have an incredibly high success rate of more than 90% and are so reliable that many patients wonder whether it’s worth replacing their still-viable teeth, too. Continue reading to learn more about it!
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Sometimes in life, it’s nice when things go away on their own. That annoying door-to-door salesman, the cloudy sky threatening your day at the beach. But what about your toothache? While it may seem like good news that the throbbing pain in your mouth has stopped, a toothache that suddenly goes away could be a sign of big trouble. Here are a few reasons why tooth pain could stop, and what you should do when it happens.
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You know brushing and flossing keep your teeth clean, but did you know they might also protect your heart? It’s true! Research from the American Stroke Association shows a strong link between your oral health and your cardiovascular system. So, maintaining your smile plays a bigger role in overall wellness than you might think! Continue reading to learn how plaque, gum disease, and heart disease are connected—and what you can do to protect yourself.
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If you’re experiencing a toothache that has lasted longer than 24 hours, you need to be seen by your emergency dentist as soon as possible. While you wait for your appointment, you may be wondering what you can do to help get some much-needed relief. Here are a few home remedies you can try to relieve pain naturally until you can be treated.
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A dental implant is the next best thing to a real tooth because it replaces the entire structure. Traditional dental prosthetics only replace the portions above the gum line, but a dental implant mimics both the tooth root and the crown. With over a 95% rate and the potential to last for 30 years or more, dental implants are a wise investment. However, it’s normal to have concerns about the cost of treatment. There’s no reason to worry. Dental implants are more affordable than you might think.
Do your teeth look a little larger than they used to? Maybe the roots of your teeth are exposed? A receding gum line isn’t anything to ignore. Your gum health is essential for your overall well-being. An unhealthy gum line can increase your risk of tooth loss and other dental problems that can affect your health negatively. Unfortunately, your gums will not grow back. Here’s why it’s important to seek treatment right away if your gums are receding.
Have you noticed your dentures giving off an unpleasant odor? Maybe they are leaving a bad taste in your mouth? Your dentures are not supposed to smell or taste bad. If they do, it’s a sign you’re not cleaning them well enough. Here’s what’s behind the odor and how you can keep your breath minty fresh.