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What is implant dentistry and how can it benefit me?

April 03, 2009 @ 02:21 PM — by unknown
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If you have lost a tooth or are missing several teeth, you need to understand that missing teeth can lead to a number of dental problems and general health problems. A missing tooth or missing teeth can lead to speech impediments and self-consciousness. If a person is missing multiple teeth, it may affect their facial features around the cheeks and lips, causing them to appear sunken in. A person with missing teeth will likely experience problems chewing certain foods or, in extreme cases, food in general. Missing teeth can also cause the misalignment of the teeth surrounding the tooth gap; in severe cases, it may even cause the jaw to become misaligned, leading to any number of painful dental problems. While people often rely on dentures and bridgework to treat these problems, both of these options have their limitations. For instance, both dentures and bridges can slip or come lose at inopportune moments, causing a great deal of embarrassment. Sometimes the dentures may not loo

Invisalign and Braces Compared - Which is Better?

April 03, 2009 @ 02:12 PM — by unknown
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If you have crooked teeth and you want to get them straightened you may be wondering what type of orthodontia is best. You know traditional braces work, but what about Invisalign? Although Invisalign is appealing, traditional braces usually work better. Invisalign straightens your teeth through a series of clear plastic molds or aligners. These molds are created by your dentist using bite impressions and computer imaging. The aligners use gentle pressure to move your teeth into their desired place. Each aligner is worn for about two weeks and there will be 18- 30 aligners depending on your own individual needs. The bonus of Invisalign is that the aligners are more aesthetically appealing than traditional braces. The aligners are clear and they are removable. In addition to this, they allow for normal dental hygiene and fewer dietary restrictions. Traditional braces come out on top over the Invislign system for a number of reasons. First and foremost, traditional braces are not
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