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Removal Recourse: Does Extracting a Tooth Halt Gum Disease?
Did you know that periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults? If your connective tissues become swollen, irritated, or infected, they can leave your teeth without a firm enough foundation to remain in place. Although gingivitis, the earliest stage, can often be reversed, you’ll need your dentist’s help to address more […]
Extraction Reaction: Should I Be Worried About Dry Socket?
Under normal circumstances, you can count on your dentist to do everything they can to protect and preserve your natural teeth and gums. Then, if you develop a problem, they provide services to address it while maintaining your smile. However, if you have a severely damaged, broken, infected, or impacted tooth that cannot be effectively […]
What Does a Tooth Extraction Feel Like?
Tooth extraction is one of the most common dental procedures, yet the thought of having a tooth pulled can be anxiety-inducing for many people. One of the biggest concerns patients have is, “What does it actually feel like?” With modern dentistry techniques and effective anesthesia, the procedure is generally far less painful and traumatic than […]
Pressure Point: Can I Get Invisalign If I Grind My Teeth?
You might think that your crooked teeth are more of an aesthetic concern than an oral issue, but if your enamel overlaps, you can’t thoroughly brush and floss all surfaces. Unfortunately, this increases your risk of developing common oral issues, such as cavities or gingivitis. Your dentist can reposition your grin with Invisalign, but if […]
What Are Invisalign Refinements?
Though your dentist’s estimate for how long your Invisalign journey will take is usually very accurate, there are sometimes cases when a patient may need a little more time for their smile to finish aligning. This may require additional aligners or other revisions to their care known as refinements. Here’s what you need to know […]
I’m Almost Done with Invisalign! How Long Will I Have to Wear My Retainer Afterward?
Since Invisalign treatment requires the patient to wear their aligners for twenty hours daily while removing them for meals and keeping up with frequent oral hygiene sessions, it involves no small amount of effort on their part. After all the work and dedication that goes into this discreet and effective orthodontic process, it’s understandable that […]