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5 Things You Need to Know to Prevent Gum Disease

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is when bacteria have invaded the gum tissue and it is not healthy. Often patients are unaware that they are suffering from gum disease unless they are told by a dentist. There are two main categories that the stages of gum disease are broken into:

Everything You Need To Know About Bruxism (Grinding/Clenching Your Teeth)

Bruxism is a medical term that describes the act of grinding the teeth and clenching the jaw. Sometimes, people grind their teeth without it causing any symptoms or problems. However, regular and persistent teeth grinding can cause pain and discomfort in your jaw and it can wear down your teeth. Teeth grinding can also cause headaches and earache. Everything You Need To Know About Bruxism (Grinding/Clenching Your Teeth)

TOP FIVE REASONS TO STRAIGHTEN YOUR TEETH

Top Five Reasons You Should Straighten Your Teeth Beautiful, healthy smiles can make a big impact on your life. A nice smile with straight teeth will improve how others perceive your personality and your attractiveness. People with beautiful, straight teeth demonstrate high self-esteem and radiate confidence. Millions of adults, teens and children have improved their lives TOP FIVE REASONS TO STRAIGHTEN YOUR TEETH

ARE YOUR TEETH THE WRONG SIZE?

When someone’s teeth don’t fit their face, it’s hard not to notice. Consider the actress and singer Hilary Duff, who is often more talked about for having her horsey veneers shortened than for her celebrity status. Poorly fitted dentures or veneers are often the culprit behind the wrong size teeth. It’s hard to believe that celebrities exhibit ARE YOUR TEETH THE WRONG SIZE?

5 REASONS WHY FLOSSING IS SO IMPORTANT

I bet every time you visit the dentist for a checkup, there’s one question you’re almost certain to hear: “Have you been flossing regularly?” For a lot of patients, the answer isn’t always yes. Many people make a point of brushing their teeth twice a day, as the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends, but fewer people follow 5 REASONS WHY FLOSSING IS SO IMPORTANT