Obtaining an injury to your face or mouth can be scary because even the smallest cut can produce a lot of blood. The gums, tongue, and lips have a larger blood supply than other areas of the body, which can cause these areas to bleed heavier than an arm or leg injury. This means even…
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If you wear braces, you are probably looking forward to the day you can see your newly straightened teeth. Admiring your beautiful smile is an amazing reward for diligently taking care of your teeth and oral health. You likely envision a mouthful of straight pearly whites staring back at you. However, there are times when…
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You’ve gotten your braces on, and you’re on your way to a healthier smile. Getting braces is a big milestone for many, but some people feel self-conscious about smiling before their treatment is done. While you shouldn’t feel this way, since your smile is beautiful either way, there are ways to feel more comfortable taking…
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Since your smile is the first thing people notice about you, you want to make sure it looks its best–which can make having a gummy smile, or excessive gingival display, embarrassing. You might feel so self-conscious about it that you want to hide your smile, which is something no one should have to feel. You…
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Orthodontic treatment can address a variety of issues, many of which can be fixed through the use of braces. A question the staff at Smith Orthodontics often gets is, “Are braces right for me?” And in most situations, the answer is yes. But what if you are missing teeth due to age, genetics, an injury,…
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With the start of the new year, you might be considering getting braces to improve your smile. While there are multiple benefits to braces and orthodontic care, you might worry that braces cause gum recession. If this is one of your concerns, keep reading to learn more about the relationship between gum recession and braces.…
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