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Best Foods To Eat With Braces:

When wearing braces, it’s essential to choose foods that won’t damage the braces or get stuck in them. Here’s a breakdown of the best and worst foods to eat while wearing braces: • Soft Fruits: Bananas, berries, peaches, and oranges. • Dairy: Yogurt, soft cheese, and milkshakes. • Soft Grains and Pasta: Cooked pasta, rice,

Top 3 ways drinking water can improve oral health 1. Washes Away Food Particles and Bacteria: Water helps rinse away food particles and debris that can get stuck in the teeth and gums, reducing the amount of bacteria in the mouth that can lead to plaque buildup, cavities, gum disease and bad breath. 2. Neutralizes

Tonsil Stones

Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are small, calcified formations that develop in the crevices of the tonsils. They are composed of debris, such as food particles, dead cells, and bacteria, that get trapped in the tonsil crypts (small pockets or folds in the tonsils). Over time, this trapped material can harden or calcify, forming

How PCOS Increases Oral Health Risks

1. Hormonal Imbalances: • PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is characterized by hormonal imbalances, particularly elevated levels of androgens (male hormones), which can affect the body’s ability to fight off infections, including those in the mouth. 2. Inflammation: • PCOS is associated with chronic low-grade inflammation, which can exacerbate gum disease 3. Dry Mouth (Xerostomia): •

What Are Peg Laterals?

When the teeth next to your two front teeth are smaller, abnormally shaped, and often pointed or peg-like • Genetic Factors: Peg laterals are usually hereditary. • Prevalence: affects a small percentage of the population, with some studies suggesting it occurs in about 1-2% of people. • Aesthetics: Peg laterals can affect the appearance of

Choosing The Right Dental Office

Your smile deserves the best care, and that starts with finding the right dental office! Here are some tips to help you make the best choice: 1. Check Qualifications Ensure the dentists are licensed and have the necessary qualifications. Look for additional certifications or specializations. 2. Read Reviews Look at online reviews and ask for

Dental Retainers

Dental retainers are orthodontic devices typically used after braces to maintain the position of straightened teeth. Here are some key points about them: 1. Purpose: Retainers prevent teeth from shifting back to their original positions after orthodontic treatment. 2. Types: • Removable Retainers: Usually made of clear plastic (like Invisalign) or a combination of plastic

Having wisdom teeth extracted in-office with local anesthesia versus by a specialist under sedation typically depends on several factors: Complexity of Extraction: If your wisdom teeth are impacted (growing sideways or trapped beneath the gums), require surgical extraction, or if you have medical conditions that complicate the procedure, a specialist (like an oral surgeon) under

Should You Use A Tongue Scraper?

Cleaning your tongue helps to reduce the bacteria in the mouth. For most situations brushing your tongue with your toothbrush is effective. If you have halitosis (bad breathe) adding a tongue scraping tool may help. Whether you use your toothbrush or tongue scraper, start with the tool furthest back and pull forward to avoid irritating