Your parents probably never prepared you for wisdom teeth eruption in your late teens or early adulthood years. Although most people grow wisdom teeth, in some cases the tooth fails to emerge from the gums. If you are not comfortable with your wisdom teeth, you should consider removing them because they are not necessary for proper speech functions or chewing. In some cases, the tooth might emerge in the wrong place or remain hidden underneath due to inadequate space.
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Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry dedicated to treating patients who have structural deficiencies in the teeth or oral tissues. A prosthodontist is a specialist in this field and is not the same as your general dentist. Here's an introduction to three important treatments that prosthodontists offer.
Dentures, Bridges, and Implants
Tooth loss and the need for prosthodontic care is not uncommon. In the U.S., 120 million people are missing one or more teeth according to the American College of Prosthodontists.
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Not satisfied with the appearance of your teeth, and not sure the best cosmetic dentistry method to fix it? Here are a few things to know about bonding and veneers.
What Is Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is when you add a resin material to the surface of your teeth to improve the appearance. It can be applied to the entire font surface of the teeth, or to the sites or tips of the teeth to reshape them.
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There are many things that will happen when you quit smoking. You'll probably start enjoying having healthier lungs for one, not to mention appreciating all the money you'll save. There's one thing anyone who has made the (incredibly wise) decision to quit smoking should do, and that's to make an appointment for a professional dental cleaning. But how does this relate to your former habit?
The Color of Your Teeth
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