Even with people that have perfectly kept teeth may have issues arise which are simply caused by genetics. One of these issues is called underbite. These genetic traits can be harmful for your speech, appearance and even your jaws daily workload. Although they are mainly caused by genetic traits that are passed down doesn’t mean it is not fixable, and the experts of Oklin Dental are here to help. [ 237 more words ]
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Braces are an integral aspect for many peoples’ lives throughout the country. There is an estimated 4 million people at any given time that have braces, so it is safe to say that it is the “norm” to have. So, when is the right time to get braces? If they are too early in your life, they may need to be redone later due to complications. [ 297 more words ]
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For some, having braces can be a relatively long and annoying process, but the results can’t be denied as they leave you with a healthy and beautiful smile. There will, for nearly everyone, be moments of discomfort; this is especially true when the wires are adjusted/tightened. Thankfully, the pain associated with braces is merely temporary and there are measures that can be taken to help abate pain and irritation. [ 270 more words ]
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Most people don’t understand what a crossbite is until they or someone they know are diagnosed with it. There are two types of these cross bites (anterior and posterior) and both lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction, jaw pain, receding gum lines, and many other issues. These are issues that no one wants to deal with, but thankfully, there are treatments and cross bite corrections available. [ 257 more words ]
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, around 15% of people in the United States smoke; which is a drastically large amount at 36 million people. But what does smoking actually do to your teeth? Smoking negatively affects your teeth numerous ways; from giving you bad breath to hurting your mouth’s ability to fight off infection to a greatly increased risk of oral cancer. [ 230 more words ]
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Even if you are an expert at keeping your teeth cared for and healthy, did you know that you could be harming them while you sleep? Habits such as jaw clenching, teeth grinding, and bruxism happen to a lot of people while they sleep or when they are in stressful situations. These habits can wear your teeth down over time and cause pain and damage if not fixed. [ 264 more words ]
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