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Four Mistakes You’re Making When Brushing Your Teeth

Experts suggest brushing your teeth at least twice a day to remove the plaque that builds up on your teeth. Plaque is the white substance that sticks to your teeth when you eat and drink. Sometimes the plaque will harden, making it difficult to remove by brushing. Unfortunately, brushing your teeth twice a day may not be doing you very much good if your brushing skills are not up to par. In an effort to increase your dental hygiene, you want to make sure you are brushing your teeth the way you're supposed to. Read More 

Three Ways To Ensure Your Child Has A Great Smile When Competing In Beauty Pageants

If you have a child that likes to compete in beauty pageants, it is important for her to always have as beautiful of a smile as she possibly can. There are many things that you can do to ensure that your child's smile always looks great. Use the guide below to learn three ways to keep your child's smile looking great for her beauty pageants. Ensure Your Child Has No Gaps in Her Smile Read More 

Back Permanent Tooth Never Came In? 2 Ways It Can Be Filled In

If one of your permanent teeth in the back never came in after you lost your baby tooth, your dentist likely told your parents to wait to fix the problem after you have stopped growing. This is because the jaw growth must be complete before the dentist can fill that area in. Now that you are an adult, your dentist can use different techniques to fill in this space, two of which are listed below. Read More 

Preparing Your Child For Braces: Three Things To Consider

When your child is ready to see a pediatric orthodontist for braces, he or she may be nervous. Preparing your child for this dental treatment can help to ease some of your child's anxiety and ensure he or she knows how to properly care for the braces once they are on. Here are a few things you can do to prepare your child for braces. Schedule A Consultation While you'll likely need a consultation to determine whether or not braces are right for your child, a second consultation right before the braces are put on can be beneficial. Read More 

Cosmetic Dentistry Options For Repairing Jagged Teeth

Having a jagged or crooked tooth can cause you to be self-conscious about your smile, but there are a few cosmetic dentistry options you can choose to restore your smile. Here are just a few choices you have when it comes to repairing a crooked or jagged tooth. Dental Bonding Dental bonding can restore the shape of your tooth through the use of tooth-colored resin. The resin is bonded to your tooth and shaped to create a natural look for your teeth. Read More