Tooth cavities: what are causes and how to prevent or treat it
Cavities are one of the most common health issues that can target anyone from adults, teenagers, children and even infants. It is caused by colonies of bacteria known as plaque…
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Ceramic braces: cost, pros and cons
More and more people may become self-conscious about wearing traditional metal braces for their orthodontics. They want something that has the same effects as metal braces but with less attention…
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Dental flipper tooth: cost, pros and cons and caring tips
If you are missing your teeth, you definitely look for a replacement over the lost tooth to save your smile. One quick solution is using flipper tooth, which is removable,…
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Dental erosion: causes, prevention and treatment
The enamel is the outer layer on teeth and protects the dentine, the inner layer. When acids attack the enamel, little by little the enamel structure on your teeth dissolves…
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Snap-on veneers (temporary veneers or DIY veneers): all you need to know
Snap-on veneers are the fake teeth that you wear over your natural teeth to hide variety of teeth imperfections. You can enjoy a short-lived smile transformer as long as you…
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Porcelain dental veneers: cost, benefits and risks FAQ
Porcelain dental veneers are a beautiful option that will fix the look of front teeth and improve any cosmetic imperfections of the teeth. It doesn’t take much maybe just 2…
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Dentigerous cyst: a common jaw cyst of unerupted or wisdom teeth
Your canine and wisdom teeth are the mostly affected ones by dentigerous cyst because these are the most common impacted teeth. Your dentist will diagnose the cyst through necessary radiographic…
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Mucous cyst: causes, treatment and diagnosis
If a lump swelling has just popped up inside of your lower lip, it is likely that a mucous cyst has developed. Although lower lip is the common spot in…
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Denture stomatitis: causes, symptoms and treatment
Denture stomatitis typically occurs among denture-wearers and it affects mostly the mucous surface of upper or maxillary soft tissues. Your oral soft tissues, where the denture surface is placed, and…
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Denture adhesives: what are they and how to use them
Denture adhesives (also called adherent or simply glue) come in powder, paste or cream form which are used to improve stability and retention of dentures. They fix and tight the…
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