Category: Orthodontics

Diabetes and Oral Health

Diabetes is a condition that impacts how your body controls the blood glucose levels. If you’ve got type I, your body doesn’t have enough insulin, which is what transports the sugar from the blood to the cells. If you have type II, your body doesn’t respond period, and in both cases, you’re going to have …

All About tooth Extraction

Sometimes, you may be told that hey, you need a tooth extraction. You might look at this with complete dread, but it’s really the removal of the tooth from the socket all the way to the bone. If the tooth is broken or damaged with decay, the dentist will fix this with a filling, crown …

All About Oral Piercings

Oral piercings are piercings of the lips, cheek, and tongue. They are a form of self-expression, similar to pierced ears, and usually, the piercing comes in a variety of styles, including studs, rings, and barbells, but piercings around these areas have bigger health risks, and you should know about that before you begin. Some side …

How Dentists Seal Teeth

Dental sealants are coatings made of plastic that are applied over the teeth that are at risk for decay, especially newly emerged molars or other areas. By sinking these into the fissures and pits of the teeth, the lines of the sealant will protect the teeth from the bacteria and acids that create cavities. It’s …

When Should You see an Orthodontist

Orthodontists can help with making your teeth move, and can realign a crooked smile into one that’s healthy and straight.  If you’re looking to have a straighter, prettier smile, then it’s worth it. The main reason people see orthodontists is because of malocclusion, which is a bad bite. Orthodontists will help straighten out teeth and …