Do Molars Need To Be Taken Out?
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29 August 2017
Molars, specifically the third molar or wisdom tooth, are frequent subjects of debate. Do they need to be taken out or not? In fact, even the experts themselves cannot seem to settle the issue. Decades ago, The National Institutes of Health identified valid reasons for molar removal. The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) agrees. However, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) challenged them and stated that there was no reliable research and practice-based evidence to prove the health benefits of wisdom teeth removal.
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The Four Things You Should Look For In Toothpaste
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11 August 2017
When it comes to brushing your teeth, not only is it important that you are doing it every morning and night, but it's also important that you are using the right tools to get the job done. One of these "tools" include toothpaste. You don't want to use just any toothpaste. Instead, you want to use the right kind that is not going to damage your teeth because there are plenty of toothpaste brands that are definitely not the best for the health of your smile.
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Considering Dental Braces As An Adult? Here's What You Need To Know!
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24 July 2017
While most people who get dental braces tend to get them during their teenage years, the truth is that more and more adults are beginning to get them later in life. There are many potential reasons for this; for example, some families may not have had the means to get their children braces earlier in life. Now that braces are more affordable than ever, this is leading many adults to consider this cosmetic dentistry solution.
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What Does It Mean If You Have A Loose Tooth?
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27 June 2017
It can be exciting for kids to notice that one of their baby teeth is wiggling, but it can fill an adult with dread to experience the same thing with an adult tooth. If you think that one of your teeth seems to be loose, read this guide to learn why your tooth might have some wiggle to it and what you need to do about it.
Dead Root
The teeth are made up of several parts, including the root that lies beneath the surface of your gums.
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