Imagine you spilled red wine on a varnished table. You try to clean it off, but the stain remains. The table underneath is just fine, but the only way to remove it is to buff the stain out of the protective varnish coating. The same general idea can be applied to some deep stains on your teeth. The idea of buffing as it applies to your teeth is known as enamel microabrasion, but how does it work?
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Dental veneers can be used to correct uneven teeth. They can also hide severely stained teeth and give you the white smile you've always wanted. These are four things you can expect from the process of getting dental veneers:
1. Your veneers will be custom-made for your teeth.
Each person's smile is unique. Your teeth don't look quite like anyone else's teeth. In order to get a set of veneers that suits your mouth perfectly, your dentist will have them custom-made.
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Say the words root canal and most people cringe. This is one of the most feared dental procedures. However, while no one wants to undergo a root canal, it can be a vital procedure for those who are suffering from extreme decay or rot. Without a root canal, you can lose the tooth and/or develop abscesses. In order to ensure everyone who needs one can get a root canal, many dentists and endodontists who perform root canals offer both oral sedatives and IV sedation to help those who need to be relaxed or unconscious during the procedure.
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Braces are considered by some a "right of passage" into adulthood. It is something nearly everyone has to go through, like acne and awkwardness. Yet, given the cost of braces per child and the fact that almost all dental insurances do not typically cover the cost of corrective orthodontics, you may be wondering if you should invest in them at all. Do kids really need braces? Check out the following and decide for yourself.
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It's important to go to the dentist for your routine cleaning and checkup every six months, but there are reasons to go in between these appointments. If you are having dental issues or have a dental emergency, it's important to get to the dentist for treatment right away to prevent further injury or worsening health issues. If you aren't sure when you should seek help from the dentist, read on for a few emergency reasons you should get to the dentist.
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