Getting orthodontic braces and having your teeth aligned are not just for aesthetic purposes. It fixes numerous problems such as crooked or crowded teeth, overbites, underbites, and other jaw-related concerns. Ignoring these issues can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, and the development of speech disorders. Teeth alignment and getting a new, better smile has psychological effects as well, boosting …
It’s Oral Cancer Awareness Month and here’s what you should know
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Oral cancer is a disease that isn’t often discussed. But it’s important to talk about it because each year, there are over 300,000 people diagnosed with mouth cancer globally. This number has grown by 30% in the past ten years and has been predicted to increase even more in the coming years. One person …
“BRACE WATCHERS DIET”
Your Dentist from BrightSmile Avenue’s goal is to provide you with a beautiful smile. This can only be accomplished if the braces stay attached to your teeth. Either you are wearing the traditional, ceramic or self-ligating braces You still need to watch what you eat. Some types of foods are capable of breaking your bands or brackets, bending your wire, …
Dos and don’ts while recovering from oral surgery
Congratulations, your oral surgery is done. Your mouth is going to be sore and you’ll need to take care of your mouth so you can recover quickly and easily. How well you heal will be up to you and what you do after you get your teeth pulled, your wisdom tooth extracted, or get new implants. Here are simple but …
All About Porcelain Veneers
Thank you Pinoy MD for featuring us in your morning show, highlighting the month of February as National Dental Month and for giving importance of having good oral health. Here’s our very own Dr. Rio Lico explaining about All Porcelain Veneers. Thank you to our partners Smile Line and Samurai Dental Lab for helping us deliver quality work! Watch the …
Questions to ask before choosing direct composite veneers
Are direct composite veneers the right choice for you? Read on and ask yourself these questions. Do you ever look in the mirror and wish you had a better smile? Direct composite veneers are the equivalent of a smile makeover. Are your teeth chipped? Composite veneers can fix that. Do you have stained teeth? Composite veneers can fix that. Do you have gaps between …
MYOBRACE System for kids
Most people think that orthodontics are primarily for teenagers. They’re right, in most cases. Braces and orthodontic appliances are often best used for permanent teeth that have just finished appearing. But this is treating a problem after it’s occurred. What about preventing orthodontic problems in the first place? This is where Myobrace comes in. What Is Myobrace? Myobrace is a preventive …
Direct composite veneers vs. porcelain veneers—which choice is right for you?
If you and your dentist have decided that veneers are the path you should take to achieve that beautiful smile, the next step is choosing the kind of veneers to go for. Direct composite veneers vs. porcelain veneers—each one has its pros and cons. Direct composite veneers vs. porcelain veneers Veneers, thin laminate shells that are contoured and shaped to cover …
All about direct composite veneers
Two of the most commonly used materials in creating veneers are composite resin and porcelain. A skilled cosmetic dentist use them to transform your smile into the beautiful one you’ve been dreaming of. Here’s what you need to know about direct composite veneers. What are direct composite veneers Direct composite veneers are thin laminate shells made of composite resin that …
Dental care for kids with braces
It’s very important for kids to take good care of their teeth when they have braces. They need to work extra hard at keeping their teeth clean because it’s easy to get food stuck in their braces. Here are things you need to know about dental care for kids with braces. Brushing teeth with braces It’s a must for them to brush …