Clear aligners are the perfect orthodontic option for adults who don’t want to worry about the appearance of brackets or wires when fixing bite and alignment problems. While they are visible when holding them, the aligners are virtually undetectable. You can enjoy a discreet method to improve your smile; however, your aligners can discolor if you aren’t careful. Caring for your aligners is vital to maintaining their transparency, but it’s also essential to prevent unnecessary complications, like decay. Thankfully, you won’t have any metal wires or brackets to clean around. Here are 6 simple tips to keep your aligners clean.

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If you have lost a tooth or two over the years, you are not alone. Despite the latest innovations in dentistry, 120 million Americans have lost at least one tooth. A dental implant is the most successful method of replacing a missing tooth with over a 95% success rate. It is unlike any other treatment because it recreates both the root and crown. A titanium post is surgically placed into the jaw to mimic a root. If you’ve been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, you may not believe you are a candidate for the procedure, but this may not be true. Here’s what you need to know about dental implants and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Nothing is more exciting than waiting for the arrival of your little bundle of joy. You want to look and feel your best as you enter the next chapter in your life. If you’ve lost a tooth or two over the years, the last thing you want is gaps in your smile to be the focal point of family pictures. While dental implants are the next best thing to your real teeth, you might have to wait until after your delivery to complete your smile. Here’s what you need to know about getting dental implants during pregnancy.

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If your teeth have been injured or you feel severe discomfort in the mouth, then you should definitely see your dentist right away. They’ll be able to perform emergency dental treatment to get your smile back on track to good health. But what exactly happens after you step into the dental office? Keep reading to learn four things you can expect during an emergency dental visit.

Many people experience tooth sensitivity. Whether it just started for you, or you’ve been experiencing it for years, when should it call for an emergency trip to the dentist? The thing about tooth (or dental) sensitivity is that it can appear for a variety of reasons, some of which are signs of a larger underlying problem. Learn about the potential causes from a professional and how they can help you get relief.