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The Simple Solution for Minor Smile Flaws You may not think a chipped edge, small gap, or slightly uneven tooth is a big deal but it can still impact how you feel about your smile. You may notice the defect each time you glance in the mirror or find yourself with a closed smile in…

Helping Your Child’s Smile Grow With Confidence There are many changes to look forward to when your child grows and one of them is their smile. As your child grows and their jaws develop, their baby teeth fall out and the permanent teeth start to come in. While some changes happen smoothly on their own,…

Your tooth may be asking for help. Cavities are common, but they are much easier to treat when they are caught early. A small area of decay may not seem urgent at first. You might feel a little sensitivity, notice a dark spot, or have a tooth that only bothers you once in a while.…

Keeping Teeth Strong Between Visits Cavities are one of the most common dental problems for kids and adults. Even with good brushing and flossing, some teeth can be more difficult to keep clean. Back teeth have grooves that trap food. Some people have enamel that needs extra support. Busy schedules can also make it easy…

Better sleep could start with your smile. It can be tempting to brush off snoring at first, but chronic snoring can sometimes be a sign of sleep apnea, a common breathing disorder that affects much more than a good night’s rest. Over time, poor sleep and disrupted breathing can leave you feeling foggy, irritable, and…

Take a fresh look at your smile this summer. Missing teeth can change the way you move through the day. Sometimes it’s obvious, like avoiding a family photo or skipping a food you used to love. Other times, it’s quieter. You may catch yourself smiling with your lips closed, chewing on one side, or feeling…

What Parents Should Know About Lip and Tongue Ties A lip tie or tongue tie happens when the small band of tissue in the mouth under your child’s tongue or between the upper lip and gum is tighter, shorter, or more restrictive than it should be. In some children, that restriction is mild. In others,…

What Your Tooth Pain May Be Trying to Tell You Tooth pain doesn’t show up for no reason. Sometimes the problem is fairly simple, like a cavity that needs a filling. Other times, the pain is a sign that something deeper is happening inside the tooth or around the root. In those cases, treatment may…

Relaxed dental care can make a big difference. A lot of adults feel some level of stress about dental visits. For some, it is mild and shows up as a few nerves before an appointment. For others, it starts days ahead of time and makes it hard to even pick up the phone and schedule…

Ready to feel better about your smile in pictures? A lot of people do this without even thinking about it. The camera comes out, everyone gathers in close, and suddenly the smile changes. Lips stay closed. The grin gets smaller. Maybe the head turns a little to one side. Maybe you smile, but not all…