Have you ever had a dream that you were being chased or falling? How about a dream where your teeth fell out? These are actually a few of the most common reoccurring dreams that people experience. Reoccurring dreams are still a mystery to doctors, and while there isn’t an exact science to understanding the meaning…
Read MoreIf you’re embarrassed about showing off your smile because of the appearance of your teeth, braces or good old fashioned shyness, pictures can be a difficult and stressful prospect. Whether its for those annual family portraits or vacation pictures, the last thing you want is to have a forced or fake smile. To help put…
Read MoreWith summer comes dealing with dry cracked lips. Fortunately, there are lots of options out there for making lips look smooth, shiny and healthy. Unfortunately, it is sometimes difficult to know which kind of lip product is best. There isn’t a simple answer, but knowing the difference between products and the benefits each has to…
Read MoreRemember daring friends to tongue twisters as a kid? Turns there is more to them than getting people to stumble over their words. Tongue Twisters actually act as warm up exercises for the mouth and improve flexibility in the mouth, lips, and jaw. This leads to improved enunciation and greater ability to properly form vowels…
Read MoreSummer is finally here, and with it comes photo ops galore. Are you ready to flash that smile when someone says cheese, or do you duck and cover as soon as you see a camera? If you want to be the master of your summer photos, you first need to be a master at smiling.…
Read MoreYou may have noticed that your teeth all look different, but not many people know why. In a human mouth there are four types of teeth, all with a different function: Incisors are the teeth babies usually get first, and they include the top four and bottom four center teeth in your mouth. These teeth…
Read MoreIt’s tough enough adjusting to braces. Having to change your diet does not make it easier. But unfortunately, certain foods can damage or break the wires and brackets-not to mention hurt your teeth. Here’s the ultimate food cheat sheet for the summer season: Chewy or gooey candies (like caramels, taffy, or gummy bears)Hard candies (like…
Read MoreGetting braces as an adult can be a big decision, especially if you’ve been thinking about having straighter teeth or fixing a bite issue. The good news is that you have several orthodontic options to make your decision easier. Instead of metal braces typically worn by kids and teens, many adults opt for a clear…
Read MoreIn celebration of Orthodontic Health Awareness Month, find out how orthodontists work their magic to correct issues with misaligned jaws, teeth with gaps, or overcrowding. Orthodontists typically use temporary appliances that apply pressure and gradually move teeth, the jaw, or retrain muscles in the mouth. 1.) Fixed appliances: These are devices that are attached to…
Read MoreIt seems wearing braces is something of a rite of passage these days. In fact, 50-70% of American kids will wear braces at some point. While it’s common, adjusting to life with braces can be a challenge. Here are great ways to adapt: Avoid sticky and chewy foods. Certain foods are more challenging with braces,…
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