Are you experiencing tooth sensitivity? Hot or cold temperatures, sweet or sour foods and drinks, and deep cavities or fillings often trigger this problem. Sensitivity is a common dilemma and an estimated 45 million Americans are victims! If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, sensitivity is also not at all uncommon. Sensitive teeth normally occurs when the enamel on the outside of the tooth wears away
As kids we all remember hearing our parents or grandparents remind us that dairy products help build strong bones and teeth. But did you also know that milk and dairy products in general help can assist in improving your oral health and lowering your risk for gum disease? A Winning Combination: Nutrition and Dental Health Brushing and flossing in combination with regular visits to your
If you think about it, the use of mouth-guards and the reasons for using them isn’t that far removed from orthodontic technology and the principals at Wilson Orthodontics we employ to create a beautiful and healthy smile for our patients! Mouth-guards: Not Just a Good Idea but a GREAT One! Working together as a team is needed to create a beautiful smile. We can’t do
Well, the jury is still out on whether or not “April Showers Bring May Flowers” but we can tell you one thing that IS true: your old dental products are more valuable than you think when you are bored on a rainy day! At Wilson Orthodontics, we recommend you replace your toothbrush approximately every three months or sooner if the bristles look worn during orthodontic
What ever name you want to use: baby teeth, milk teeth, temporary teeth, deciduous teeth, or primary teeth, the first set of teeth that erupt is just as important as the permanent teeth. Maintaining good oral health from the beginning is critical to a child’s long term dental health throughout life. Even though they are small and eventually fall out, children’s primary teeth play critical
Dental or Orthodontic Splints are devices that are used when patients suffer from certain types of dental problems. These problems include TMJ or TemporoMandibular Joint disorder, common snoring, sleep apnea, and teeth grinding (bruxism). In orthodontics, a “splint” is designed to fit on top of the upper or lower teeth. Treatment varies based on each patient’s individualize needs and is most often used to stabilize
Teeth whitening kits are available everywhere today; online, over the counter, and from your dentist. Studies report that bleaching or whitening products can improve the color of teeth that stain over time. But before you decide to embark on a whitening program, Wilson Orthodontics would like to review some facts about these products and what results you can expect. Almost all whitening products contain the
When was the last time you brushed your pet’s teeth? We take care of our own teeth and make sure our kids do, but most pet owners are not as diligent with their pets. At Wilson Orthodontics, we want to remind you to pay attention to the dental health of your pet. Since February is National Pet Dental Health Month, we want to offer some
Now that the holidays are over and you have time to breath, the team at Wilson Orthodontics would like to share with you a greate New Years photo editing tip to organize all those holiday photos you took of friends and family. For those of you that aren’t Photoshop gurus like us, take a look at www.ribbet.com. It is a free online photo editing site
The American Association of Orthodontics recently completed a study in 2012 that reported more than 1/3 of US adults are unhappy with their smile. Are you one of them? If so, 2013 is the year to do something about it!! What better New Years Resolution can you promise yourself or someone you love than a new smile? In a nutshell, here’s what the study found
