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The Most Commonly Treated Orthodontic Problems in Children and Adults - Avis Ward
All orthodontic conditions are as unique and varied as the patients involved, but there are some problems seen more frequently than others. These, too, vary with the patient base. For example, the most common problems for adults are different from those of children. The most common problems can... Submitted 5 years 17 days ago.

Do Not Swallow! - - Barbara Peterson
There are some things we take for granted. One of these things is what the American Dental Association says is okay to put in our mouths everyday, at least twice a day, several minutes at a time. I have followed the ADA's instructions for dental hygiene for 50+ years, faithfully, dutifully, and... Submitted 4 years 32 days ago.

Mouth Protection During Sports - Avis Ward
Dental injuries are the most common type of injuries to the face, and 60% of facial injuries occur during sports practice. An athlete is 60 times more likely to suffer damage to the teeth when not wearing a mouth guard. The risk increases if the patient is wearing orthodontic appliances such as... Submitted 5 years 2 days ago.

Is Tongue Piercing for You? - Avis Ward
Certain types of body piercing have existed continuously since ancient times. Today, in most cultures, body piercing has become more acceptable in the general population than ever before in history. Tongue piercing is especially popular with teens and young adults. Tongues are typically... Submitted 5 years 4 days ago.

Less of a Tin Grin (Advances in Braces) - Avis Ward
Today, advances in materials and techniques for use in outer space and in computers are changing the way your orthodontist improves your smile. If you're considering braces and thinking of pictures of your parents, or even your grandparents, with smiles full of metal, think again. New options in... Submitted 5 years 9 days ago.

Choosing the best Toothpaste - Avis Ward
Thanks to better care and technological advances, more people than ever before are keeping their teeth throughout their lives. The most important thing you can do to make sure you're one of those who keep their natural teeth is to brush and floss regularly. Most dental decay is caused by... Submitted 5 years 11 days ago.

Effects of Tobacco on Oral Health - Avis Ward
In the United States alone, tobacco use is responsible for one in five deaths, primarily from cardiovascular diseases, lung cancer, other types of cancer and respiratory diseases. In North America, approximately 75% of all oral cancers are associated with tobacco use and alcohol consumption. At... Submitted 5 years 14 days ago.

Bad Breath ... or ... Hey! I'm Breathing Here! - - Octavia Hansen
Considering in this day and age all the advancements in personal hygiene, there are still people with bad breath. I know it can be tough to keep up with mouth odor but I wish people would have more consideration. It was so bad in London, England, there are signs on the subway asking people to... Submitted 139 days 23 hours ago.

Whatever Happened To The Simple Dental Office? - Gerry Charbonneau
" A little boy was taken to the dentist. It was discovered that he had a cavity that would have to be filled. ""Now, young man," asked the dentist, "what kind of filling would you like for that tooth?" "Chocolate, please," replied the youngster" A few weeks ago one of my back teeth, a tooth... Submitted 2 years 28 days ago.

My First Root Canal - Joel Hirschhorn
At 70 years old I thought I had escaped what endless numbers of people have long talked about in the most negative ways. Everyone seemed to use a root canal procedure by dentists as the hallmark of an awful, painful and despised experience. Want to describe something as terrible, just liken it to... Submitted 2 years 34 days ago.

Keeping Your Child Healthy: Brush That Tongue, Son - Ronyae
As I started composing this submission, I was reminded of a commercial I once saw: a man opens his mouth, and an alarm sounds letting him know that there's trouble brewing inside his mouth. It was funny at first. But the truth to the matter is how much your health is affected by not taking care... Submitted 2 years 244 days ago.

Too Much Soda Pop Weakens Tooth Enamel - Avis Ward
We all know too much sugar can cause caries which require dental fillings. In conversations with people in America and other countries, not once has anyone said to me they like going to the dentist! But, our oral habits prove otherwise. Things we consume and allow our children to consume have... Submitted 2 years 320 days ago.

Crowded Spaces - - Avis Ward
"If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then smiles must be subtle doorways." -Avis Ward When teeth do not fit in the arches as they should and are crooked, this is known as crowding . There are cases when the teeth have too much space between them, also. This is called spacing or diastemas .... Submitted 3 years 221 days ago.

Phase II Orthodontic Treatment: Another Set of Braces? - - Avis Ward
The goal of Phase II Treatment is to position all the permanent teeth to maximize their appearance and function. This is best accomplished with full braces or Invisalign and is usually between 12-18 months long. Due to the improvements made in Phase I Treatment, Phase II Treatment requires less... Submitted 3 years 346 days ago.

Adults Are Asking, "Why Braces?" - Avis Ward
People whose bites are normal probably take eating for granted. But for the many adults and children who have bite and jaw problems, the simple act of eating can be an ordeal three times a day. Today, thanks to the art and science of orthodontics, eating and smiling can be a pleasure!... Submitted 4 years 145 days ago.

How Does A Dentist Find Mouth Cancer - Noah Salzman
If you're looking to answer the question: " How Does A Dentist Find Mouth Cancer ," you are obviously concerned about certain pimples, lesions, canker sores, swelling or other disturbing signs that something may be developing in your mouth. First of all, if you don't smoke, you can start to... Submitted 4 years 213 days ago.

Fluoride Facts for the Family - Avis Ward
Cavities used to be a fact of life. But over the past few decades, tooth decay has been reduced dramatically. The key reason: fluoride. Research has shown that fluoride reduces cavities in both children and adults. It also helps repair the early stages of tooth decay even before the decay becomes... Submitted 4 years 280 days ago.

A Brief History of Orthodontics - Avis Ward
Oral hygiene and fixing teeth have been around for millennia. Researchers have found dental floss and toothpick grooves in the teeth of prehistoric humans and archaeologists have discovered mummified remains with crude metal bands on individual teeth. They surmise that catgut was used on these... Submitted 4 years 300 days ago.

The Classes of Malocclusion in Orthodontics - Avis Ward
The technical term for orthodontic dental and facial irregularities is malocclusion, which literally means 'bad bite.' Malocclusion involves the misalignment of the teeth and jaws and/or an incorrect relationship between the upper and lower dental arches. Malocclusion can be dental, where the... Submitted 4 years 307 days ago.

Oral Cancer — Causes and Symptoms - Avis Ward
Worldwide, there are 350,000 to 400,000 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed each year. Even with today's medical and dental advances, this number hasn't improved significantly in years. Oral cancer is particularly dangerous for two reasons: 1) it is routinely discovered late in its development and... Submitted 4 years 327 days ago.

Phase 2 or Second Alignment Stage Orthodontic Treatment - Avis Ward
While not every phase is required for every patient, there are typically three phases of an orthodontic treatment plan. Phase 1 Early Interceptive Treatment - The goal is to save space in the dental arches for permanent teeth and to help the upper and lower jaws relate to each other... Submitted 4 years 342 days ago.

Snacks and Tooth Decay - Avis Ward
Tooth decay is one of the most common of all disorders, especially for children, young adults and seniors, and is the most common cause of tooth loss in younger people. Tooth decay happens when the bacteria that are normally present in your mouth converts the food you eat into acid. The bacteria... Submitted 4 years 344 days ago.

Smiling Through Brighter, Whiter Teeth - Avis Ward
Your smile is one of the first things most people notice about you. Unfortunately, as we age, teeth can become stained or grow darker and present a less than brilliant picture to the world.There are many reasons why your teeth may not be the bright white you'd like them to be. Some medications... Submitted 4 years 359 days ago.

Causes of Teeth Sensitivity - Avis Ward
Studies indicate that millions of people worldwide suffer from sensitive teeth, also called dentin hypersensitivity. If you experience temporary tooth discomfort or pain from eating cold or hot foods or sweet or sour foods, drinking cold or hot liquids, or breathing cold air, then you have... Submitted 4 years 361 days ago.

Oral Hygiene Do's and Don'ts - Avis Ward
The mouth is the gateway to the body... good health begins with good teeth. Tooth decay, infection and/or gum disease can lead to a variety of ailments and just generally 'feeling bad.' Here's a list of Do's and Don'ts for keeping your oral hygiene the best it can be: Oral Hygiene Do's ... Submitted 4 years 362 days ago.