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Oral Health: 15 Conditions That Make Your Teeth Hurt
Got aching teeth? Your pain may be coming from somewhere other than your choppers.
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Dental Health: Diseases Caused by Unhealthy Teeth and Gums
Is your mouth healthy? Teeth and gums can warn you about diseases like diabetes, anemia, and osteoporosis. Find out why gum...
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Top Tips for Beautiful Teeth and Gums
Explore tips for beautiful teeth and gums. Brighten your smile and keep healthy gums with these easy and simple tools.
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Teeth Whitening: Facts, Types, and Products That Work
What is the best teeth whitening option for you? Learn about different teeth whitening products such as teeth whitening strips,...
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Picture of Orthodontics (Braces)
Braces can correct crooked teeth or a misaligned bite, and can improve the health and appearance of anyone's smile, adult or...
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Picture of Types of Braces
Metal braces are still used, but many other options are available. See a picture of Types of Braces and learn more about the...
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Picture of Teeth Whitening
Many teeth-whitening systems are available, including whitening toothpastes, over-the-counter gels, rinses, strips, and trays,...
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How Much Does it Cost to Get Your Teeth Whitened By a Dentist?
Getting your teeth whitened is a way to brighten your smile and make yourself feel better about your appearance. The cost of prescription teeth whitening at the dentist's office is usually $400.
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Do White Spots on Teeth Go Away?
Whether white spots on teeth go away or not depends entirely on their cause. Some conditions, such as dehydration will resolve white teeth spots within hours of hydration.
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Can You Fix Rotten Teeth?
There is no cure for rotten teeth, however, treatment options can help limit further decay. When a tooth is badly decayed, the dentist may extract it and replace it with an implant.
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How Long Do Retainers Last?
Retainers are prescribed to protect the results of orthodontic treatment. The longevity of your retainers depends largely on the type that you opt for. The two main types of retainers are removable acrylic ones and fixed permanent ones.
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Why Do I Have Yellow Teeth?
Teeth naturally begin to discolor with age, as enamel wears and yellowish dentin underneath begins to show through. Here are 11 causes of yellow teeth.
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Braces and Retainers
Find out more about how orthodontic braces and retainers can provide proper alignment to crooked teeth. Get information about the cost of braces, the different types of braces, and the procedure for fitting a patient with braces.
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Do Veneers Ruin Your Teeth?
No, veneers (dental veneers) do not ruin your teeth. In fact, they improve the appearance of damaged or flawed teeth. Only a small, thin tooth structure is removed to make way for the veneers. Even if the veneer cracks, you can repair the damage by getting a new veneer. Make sure you get the veneer fitted on your teeth from a qualified and experienced dentist.
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