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6 Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments
Cosmetic dentistry is more popular than ever, with more and more people looking for ways to improve or restore the appearance of their smiles. In some cases today’s cosmetic dental treatments also have a restorative component. Nearly every dentist these days offers some kind of cosmetic dentistry procedure. Starting from minor changes to major oral surgery, there is a range of cosmetic dentistry techniques that can treat dental flaws and fix discoloured, chipped, or missing teeth.
Here are six of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments performed today:
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Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?
Sometime between the ages 17 and 21, most adults will develop their third set of molars. These molars are more commonly called wisdom teeth. Some people never get wisdom teeth, but for those who do, the number may be anywhere from one to four – and, on very rare occasions, more than four, according to a study published in the Journal of the Canadian Dental Association. Scientific literature has yet to be able to explain why the number of teeth per individual varies, but for those who do get these extraneous, or supernumerary, teeth, it can lead to all sorts of problems.
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Dental Health and Your Child's Teeth
How Do My Children’s Teeth Erupt?
While every child is different, most of the primary teeth (baby teeth) come in between the ages of 4 and 12 months. During the previous months your children’s baby teeth have been forming from the tooth buds in their jaw, and now they’re starting their painful upward journey through the gums and out into the world. The following are general guidelines for the eruption of the baby teeth:
10 Tips on How To Get Rid of Bad Breath
More than 80 million people suffer from chronic halitosis, or otherwise known as bad breath. In most cases it originates from the gums and tongue. Bad breath can be very embarrassing, but it is a common condition and there are numerous ways to prevent it. To reduce bad breath, help avoid cavities and lower your risk of gum disease, consistently practice good oral hygiene. Further treatment for bad breath can vary, depending on the cause. If your bad breath is thought to be caused by an underlying health condition, your dentist will likely refer you to your primary care provider.
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