Dental implants are used to replace lost teeth. To be a good candidate for a dental implant, you must have enough jawbone at the implant site to support the installation of the implant screw.
The metal screw, which is usually made of titanium, is non-reactive and less likely to cause an allergic reaction or negative immune response in the patient. Still, a dental implant can fail. Here are a few avoidable reasons that a dental implant may be unsuccessful:
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When you have braces, it can be frustrating to wait for them to actually do the job of straightening your teeth. It can take months or even years to get your teeth to the position that you want them to be in. Here are some tips for ensuring that you are able to get your braces off as quickly as possible.
1. Don't Eat Chewy Foods or Chew Gum
First, you are going to want to make sure that you don't put anything in your mouth that could force the wires in your braces out of shape.
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At some point or another many parents start asking themselves if their child needs braces. Knowing the signs that your child could benefit from braces will help you know when it's time to take your child to see a professional.
How can you tell if your child needs braces?
If your child's teeth are growing in crooked or are blocked entirely by other teeth, this is one of the first red flags that indicate that he or she needs braces.
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Although elastic, spring and wire spacers improve the position of your teeth, they make your gums feel sore and uncomfortable until you adjust to wearing them, especially when you eat. Because of your pain, you won't eat the foods that you need to maintain healthy gums. You can maintain good oral health and nutrition with iron and calcium fortified tofu. Tofu's smooth texture is easy to chew and digest. Here's how tofu helps you obtain what you need and a quick recipe to enjoy until you adjust to your spacers.
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For the lucky, the awkward teen years were left behind in high school. Many people, however, are still trying to gain confidence in their appearance and are considering braces as an option. For those that may be averse to the dreaded "metal mouth", there are more attractive options.
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are a series of trays that gradually shift teeth into place. Some common clear aligners are Invisalign, Clear Correct, Inman Aligner, and Smart Moves.
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