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What Is a Dental Retainer?

Key Takeaways Why are retainers used? To maintain alignment: The primary purpose of a retainer is to "retain" the straightness of your teeth after they've been moved by orthodontic treatment....

What Is a Dental Retainer?

Key Takeaways Why are retainers used? To maintain alignment: The primary purpose of a retainer is to "retain" the straightness of your teeth after they've been moved by orthodontic treatment....

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Clear aligners

What Are Aligners?

Key Takeaways How Aligners Work Customization: A dentist or orthodontist uses 3D imaging to create a series of custom-fit aligner trays. Force and Movement: Each aligner is designed to produce...

What Are Aligners?

Key Takeaways How Aligners Work Customization: A dentist or orthodontist uses 3D imaging to create a series of custom-fit aligner trays. Force and Movement: Each aligner is designed to produce...

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Overdentures: A Complete Guide

Key Takeaways Overdentures offer stability and comfort compared to traditional dentures, thanks to implant or natural tooth support. They improve chewing, speaking, and jawbone health, reducing the “sunken” facial look...

Overdentures: A Complete Guide

Key Takeaways Overdentures offer stability and comfort compared to traditional dentures, thanks to implant or natural tooth support. They improve chewing, speaking, and jawbone health, reducing the “sunken” facial look...

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An illustration of different types of malocclusions (misaligned bite)

Malocclusion (Misaligned Bite): Types & Treatment

Key Takeaways Malocclusion: It refers to misalignment of teeth or jaws, which can be mild (cosmetic) or severe (functional). Types of malocclusion: Class I: Normal bite with crowding, spacing, or...

Malocclusion (Misaligned Bite): Types & Treatment

Key Takeaways Malocclusion: It refers to misalignment of teeth or jaws, which can be mild (cosmetic) or severe (functional). Types of malocclusion: Class I: Normal bite with crowding, spacing, or...

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An illustration of all other ways, except traditional braces, to straighten teeth.

Get Straighter Teeth – Options beyond Tradition...

Key Takeaways Clear Aligners: Nearly invisible, removable trays that gradually straighten teeth. Veneers & Bonding: Best for mild cosmetic fixes like slightly crooked teeth or shape correction. Cosmetic Contouring: Reshapes...

Get Straighter Teeth – Options beyond Tradition...

Key Takeaways Clear Aligners: Nearly invisible, removable trays that gradually straighten teeth. Veneers & Bonding: Best for mild cosmetic fixes like slightly crooked teeth or shape correction. Cosmetic Contouring: Reshapes...

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Will Vaping Stain Your Teeth?

Key Takeaways Why Does Vaping Stain Your Teeth: Coloring Agents – Artificial dyes in e-liquids can stain teeth. Nicotine – Turns teeth yellow over time. Sticky Aerosol – Residue sticks...

Will Vaping Stain Your Teeth?

Key Takeaways Why Does Vaping Stain Your Teeth: Coloring Agents – Artificial dyes in e-liquids can stain teeth. Nicotine – Turns teeth yellow over time. Sticky Aerosol – Residue sticks...

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Can Braces Cause Sinus Problems: Understanding ...

Key Takeaways Close Connection: The upper jaw and maxillary sinuses are closely linked so that dental issues can affect sinus health. Infections: Tooth root infections can spread to sinuses, causing...

Can Braces Cause Sinus Problems: Understanding ...

Key Takeaways Close Connection: The upper jaw and maxillary sinuses are closely linked so that dental issues can affect sinus health. Infections: Tooth root infections can spread to sinuses, causing...

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An image of a person wearing braces next to an image of clear aligners.

Clear Aligners vs Braces: Which is Right for You?

Key Takeaways Braces vs Clear Aligners: Both straighten teeth, but the right choice depends on case severity and lifestyle. Clear Aligners: Best for mild–moderate cases, nearly invisible, removable, and faster...

Clear Aligners vs Braces: Which is Right for You?

Key Takeaways Braces vs Clear Aligners: Both straighten teeth, but the right choice depends on case severity and lifestyle. Clear Aligners: Best for mild–moderate cases, nearly invisible, removable, and faster...

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A person holding clear aligners

How to Stick to Your Daily Teeth Aligner Wear S...

Key Takeaways Start and End with Aligners: Make putting in your aligners a part of your morning and evening oral hygiene routine. Time Your Meals: Try to take out your...

How to Stick to Your Daily Teeth Aligner Wear S...

Key Takeaways Start and End with Aligners: Make putting in your aligners a part of your morning and evening oral hygiene routine. Time Your Meals: Try to take out your...

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A girl is wearing invisible braces

Best Invisible Braces in 2025

Key Takeaways Top Brands & Options Invisalign: The most recognized and recommended brand, favored by dentists for its personalized, professional approach and effectiveness in treating a range of cases, including...

Best Invisible Braces in 2025

Key Takeaways Top Brands & Options Invisalign: The most recognized and recommended brand, favored by dentists for its personalized, professional approach and effectiveness in treating a range of cases, including...

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Woman's teeth before and after whitening

Hydrogen Peroxide for Teeth Whitening Risks?

Key Takeaways Increased tooth sensitivity, especially with hot or cold foods and drinks. Gum irritation caused by hydrogen peroxide can cause inflammation of soft tissues. Enamel erosion or demineralization if...

Hydrogen Peroxide for Teeth Whitening Risks?

Key Takeaways Increased tooth sensitivity, especially with hot or cold foods and drinks. Gum irritation caused by hydrogen peroxide can cause inflammation of soft tissues. Enamel erosion or demineralization if...

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What to Eat with Braces in the First Week

Key Takeaways Stick to soft foods in the first week to reduce pain and protect brackets and wires. Great first-week choices include smoothies, yogurt, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, pasta, soups,...

What to Eat with Braces in the First Week

Key Takeaways Stick to soft foods in the first week to reduce pain and protect brackets and wires. Great first-week choices include smoothies, yogurt, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, pasta, soups,...

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