Healthy teeth are smooth on the edges and lovely to look at, but they don't always stay that way. Through years of wear and tear by eating, chewing, and even bad habits like nail biting, the edges of your teeth can become rough and unpleasant to look at. This isn't a problem that will fix itself, and without care, it could potentially become worse. If you want your teeth to look healthy and symmetrical again, here are your three options for getting there.
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When a person is missing a tooth and wants to replace the tooth, a dentist may suggest a dental bridge. A dental bridge is an option for replacing missing teeth; however, bridges affect other teeth. If you want a tooth-replacement option that will protect your healthy teeth, instead of affecting them, you will want to choose a dental implant.
What is a dental implant?
To understand how implants protect healthy teeth, you will need to understand what they are.
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If you walk through an oral care aisle at a pharmacy, you will probably see dozens of different types of mouthwash products you can buy. While most dentists recommend flossing and brushing, many do not emphasize the use of mouthwash products. This is primarily because mouthwash is not always necessary for good oral care, but it can be helpful for some people. Here are a few things you should know if you are trying to determine whether to use mouthwash on a daily basis or not.
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Nobody wants to have teeth missing for a prolonged period of time, but sometimes life gets in the way and months or even years go by before you try to get a replacement. If this sounds like you, there's a good chance that you could need dental spacers before you can have your implants set up. Read on to learn more about dental spacers and why you need them.
When Teeth Go Missing
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Teeth may be misaligned for a number of reasons. In some cases, the teeth are naturally arranged in a crooked pattern. In other instances, the teeth may have shifted from the force applied to the mouth through thumb-sucking or dental trauma.
Nevertheless, regardless of the reason for a dental misalignment, there are many different options available to straighten crooked teeth. Here are a few of these options and the benefits associated with them.
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