If you aren’t sure whether your child can cope with a fixed brace, then you wonder if they could have a removable retainer brace instead. You may know some parents whose kids have had work done this way, and you may prefer it for your child.
When do orthodontists use removable retainers as braces? Will this kind of brace fix your child’s teeth?
What Do Removable Braces Do?
Removable braces look like fixed braces; however, they aren’t permanently attached to the teeth.…
If you have diabetes, maintaining proper oral health should be an important part of your daily routine. Indeed, there’s an interesting relationship between diabetes and gum disease. Challenges with controlling your blood sugar can result in the increased risk of gum disease and tooth decay.
With high blood sugar levels, larger deposits of plaque and tartar are likely to build up in your teeth. This can, in turn, lead to the higher risk of cavities and tooth decay.…
Wearing dentures for the first time or breaking in a new set of teeth can take a little getting used to. Dentures can make your mouth feel strange for a while; however, you normally get used to them quite quickly. Sometimes, however, you may notice changes in your mouth, such as paler gum colour, that may be down to denture problems. How can you tell if your dentures are making your gums paler than usual?…
