Whether it's a pacifier or a thumb, most young kids find one or the other to be convenient for self-soothing purposes. Although it is a fairly typical part of early childhood development and most kids wean themselves before preschool, it can present a risk of serious dental issues in cases where the habit drags on too long. This is especially the case for kids with a thumb-sucking habit because of the shape of the thumb.
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Hydraulic Sinus Condensing Vs Short Implants For Those With Upper Jawbone Loss
Have you just been informed that your upper jaw does not have ample bone to support standard dental implants? If so, you're not out of luck when it comes to revamping your smile. Hydraulic sinus condensing and short dental implants are both methods of dealing with this complication. Here is some information to help you decide which of these procedures is best for you.
The Processes
During hydraulic sinus condensing, a flap is cut in your gum to expose your jawbone.
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You Do Not Have To Live With Diastema If You Do Not Want To
If you have had to deal with diastema, or a gap in your teeth, you may have felt singled out, or identified due to this visible characteristic. Although many people embrace their gap as a part of their looks, if yours makes you self-conscious, once you understand the cause of it, there are a couple of ways you can fix it.
What Was the Cause of Diastema?
Knowing the cause of your diastema will often have implications into your available options for treatment.
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4 Common Issues Fixed By Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are unhappy with your teeth, you don't have to be. There are a number of common cosmetic dental issues that can easily be fixed by a cosmetic dentist. If you suffer from one of the following conditions, think about contacting a cosmetic dentist to determine what they can do to fix up your smile and give you one that you can be proud of.
Crooked or Misaligned Teeth
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