Your teen may not be happy to learn he or she needs braces. Teens often go through a self-conscious phase when they are overly concerned with their appearance, and the idea of wearing braces can be unsettling. It’s hard for a teen to appreciate the long-term payoff of healthy teeth and a beautiful smile as an adult. Instead, your child is probably more worried about how they’ll survive wearing braces in high school.…
Read More »Nothing can be as inconvenient–or as worrisome–as a sensitive tooth. While most people know that this condition will require a visit to the dentist, few actually understand the range of possible causes. If you would like to improve your knowledge of dental disorders, read on. This article will introduce you to one of the primary causes of sensitive teeth–pulpitis. What is pulpitis? Pulpitis is a term that refers to any inflammation of the pulp that occupies the hollow core of your teeth.…
Read More »Taking your small child to the dentist can be a big ordeal if you aren’t prepared. A young child can have a hard time behaving in the waiting room when he or she gets bored. Once the youngster gets back in the exam room, she or he can be so worked up that the child won’t follow the directions the dentist gives and may have a hard time sitting still for the entire exam.…
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