The Pros and Cons of Lingual Braces
Guildford Orthodontics
by Guildford Orthodontics
4y ago
Are you the type of person that doesn’t want people to know you are wearing braces? In this blog we will discuss some of the pro’s and con’s of choosing lingual braces over other appliances What are Lingual braces? Lingual braces often either Incognito or WIN, are metal braces that are fit behind your teeth to offer a discreet straightening process. They move the teeth in exactly the same way as traditional metal braces do, however, instead of there being pressure on the front of the teeth, it is on the back. What are the pros? As well as lingual braces being discreet, there is also a long lis ..read more
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Bleeding Gums: Causes and Treatment
Guildford Orthodontics
by Guildford Orthodontics
4y ago
BLEEDING GUMS ARE the most common symptom of gum disease, but that’s not the only thing that can cause this problem. Let’s take a closer look at bleeding gums, the various causes, and what we can do about it. Gingivitis and Periodontitis Over time, plaque (a sticky, bacteria-filled film that coats our teeth) builds up along our gumlines if we aren’t careful enough in our brushing and flossing routines. Eventually, plaque hardens into tartar, which irritates the gums, making them more likely to bleed and leading to gingivitis, or the early stage of gum disease. More advanced gum disease is peri ..read more
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Winter Bugs And Oral Health
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by Guildford Orthodontics
4y ago
Coming Down With the flu is never any fun, but it’s still no time to let up on your oral hygiene routine. The same applies if you get a cold. With flu and cold season in full swing, we thought this was a good time to share some tips for maintaining good oral health through one of these common illnesses. Brushing and Flossing Can Help You Feel Better As well as you can while sick, try to remember to brush and floss as usual. It’s not just about the comfort of maintaining some part of your normal routine, or about getting some small sense of accomplishment out of it — no, brushing and flossing c ..read more
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Why Straight Teeth?
Guildford Orthodontics
by Guildford Orthodontics
4y ago
TO SOME, IT MIGHT seem like the benefits of having straight teeth are purely cosmetic. And those benefits certainly do exist. Studies have shown that people tend to perceive someone with straight teeth as wealthier, happier, and more dateable than someone with crooked teeth. But there are plenty of other important benefits as well. Consequences Of Crooked Teeth There are many different ways crooked, crowded, or misaligned teeth can negatively impact a person’s health and quality of life. Let’s take a look at a few of the big ones. Difficult To Clean When teeth overlap each other in ways they a ..read more
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Why Do We Get Crooked Teeth?
Guildford Orthodontics
by Guildford Orthodontics
4y ago
IF BABY TEETH almost always grow in straight, then why are adult teeth so often crooked? What is it, if not just bad luck? There are competing theories, but adult teeth can come in crooked for a variety of reasons, from genetics to diet to daily habits. Shifts In Society’s Diet…And Its Teeth? One popular theory that comes from archeological studies is the Soft Foods Theory. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors ate much tougher foods than we do now, and this promoted more bone growth in the jaws and better-aligned teeth as a result. The theory suggests two possible reasons why modern people more often ..read more
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Gum Recession: Minimizing Your Risks
Guildford Orthodontics
by Gabriel Ruhan
4y ago
The Expression “getting long in the tooth” refers to gum recession, but this oral health problem isn’t necessarily connected to age. Gum recession is when the edge of the gingival tissue moves away from the crown of the tooth, exposing the root. The reason we tend to think of it as an age-related problem is that it tends to be so gradual that it takes many years to become noticeable, but it can begin at any age — even in childhood! — for a variety of reasons. Gum Recession Caused by Genetics Unfortunately, gum recession isn’t always avoidable, because it can be caused by genetics. Some people ..read more
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Protect Your Braces During Halloween
Guildford Orthodontics
by Gabriel Ruhan
4y ago
With Halloween around the corner, those treats can end up being a tricky proposition on patients and their appliances. Which is why the orthodontist’s offer the community five important tips to protect braces, aligners and other orthodontic “appliances” in addition to protecting teeth from decay. Avoid the sticky sweets: To protect your braces and aligners, we recommend staying away from hard, sticky, crunchy or chewy sweets and snacks, which include gummies, liquorice, and bubblegum (even the sugarless kind, jelly beans and soft drinks. Say “boo” to hard treats: Including nuts or nut-filled ..read more
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Charcoal Toothpaste: Science Versus Fads
Guildford Orthodontics
by Guildford Orthodontics
4y ago
IF GIVEN THE CHANCE to change something about their smiles, most people would choose to have whiter teeth, and quite a few are willing to try just about anything for it, including something as counterintuitive as scrubbing them with toothpaste made of charcoal. The History of Charcoal as a Remedy The activated charcoal-based dental and skin care products that have been popping up everywhere over the last couple of years aren’t entirely a new idea. Hippocrates of ancient Greece (originator of the Hippocratic Oath and often described as the Father of Medicine) recommended using charcoal to treat ..read more
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A Quick Guide To Retainer Maintenance
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by Gabriel Ruhan
4y ago
THE DAY YOUR BRACES come off will arrive sooner than you think, but your orthodontic treatment won’t quite be over yet. In order to keep the straight smile you and our practice are working so hard for, you’ll need to wear your retainers. Retainers are different from braces in many ways, including how to take care of them. Why Does A Retainer Need Cleaning? As you wear your retainer, it accumulates bacteria, plaque, and tartar. We brush and floss to prevent this build-up on our teeth and gums, and we have to clean our retainers for the same reason. Without sufficient cleaning, a retainer can be ..read more
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Daily Habits That Harm Our Teeth
Guildford Orthodontics
by Gabriel Ruhan
4y ago
OUR TOOTH ENAMEL holds the distinction of being the hardest substance in our bodies — even harder than bone! But don’t take that to mean our teeth are invincible. As hard as enamel is, it’s also somewhat brittle, so we should be careful to avoid daily habits that attack that weak point. Two of the most dangerous ones are mouth breathing and nail biting. Nail Biting: Bad For Nails, Bad For Teeth The most obvious evidence that nail biting is a harmful habit is the shredded, torn nails, but it’s just as bad for oral health, if not worse. Nail biting can erode, chip, and crack teeth. It can shift ..read more
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