For many Americans dealing with periodontal disease or other dental conditions that can cause tooth loss, dental implants provide a path back to health. Unlike removable bridges and dentures, these implants quickly integrate into your bone to become a part of your dental structure, and with a 98 percent success rate, they’re generally a good investment in your health. However, the success of these implants largely depends on the strength of the jaw bone anchoring them into place.…
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If you’re a diabetic, you already know that the condition affects your body from head to toe. You’re at risk for things like blindness, foot problems, heart disease, and nerve damage. However, you may not realize that you’re also at risk for dental problems like endodontal disease (inflammation or infection of the pulp inside your teeth). Not only are these infections a problem for your mouth, they can also adversely affect your condition.…
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The thing that you probably love the most about having Invisalign is the fact that you get to wear clear, non-noticeable aligners. However, these clear aligners can become discolored if you aren’t careful, which can make them a lot more noticeable. Luckily, keeping these three things in mind can help you keep them nice and clear.
1. Clean Your Aligners Properly
First of all, the way that you clean your aligners can have an impact.…
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