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Three Most Commonly Asked Questions About Braces
Do they hurt? Well, the short answer is yes…. Though that makes it seem scary and horrible, when it’s really not that at all. It’s nothing like a shot, or even the feeling of pulling a tooth as a young child. Typical pain-feelings are a sore sensation for a few hours, and on the more [...]
Your New Brooklyn NY Orthodontist
Looking for a Brooklyn NY orthodontist? Look no further than One Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY 11243 (map). They believe that OPEN COMMUNICATION is the start to good orthodontic care, and it’s hard to argue with them. By speaking candidly about symptoms, diagnosis, and all possible treatments in existence, they work together with their patients to [...]
What’s the Deal with Mouthwash?
Using mouthwash is a good way to maintain excellent oral hygiene. Choose a mouthwash with fluoride to help reduce cavities and periodontal disease, but even mouthwashes without fluoride are a great way to prevent disease. Plus, because mouthwash kills dental plaque and bacteria, it will make your mouth smell better and feel cleaner. But that [...]
The Benefits of Smiling
Smiling is an important cultural gesture. It allows people to see that you are fun loving and personable, and it makes people more willing to talk to you. A smile is uplifting, reassuring, engaging, and encouraging in all social interaction. No piece of body language has greater meaning, or is so clear. No matter where [...]
6 Best Foods For Your Teeth
Brushing and flossing aren’t the only ways to take care of your teeth. What you put into your mouth makes just as much difference to your dental hygiene as how you clean it. Here are some of the best foods to reduce your visits to the Brooklyn orthodontist: 1. Celery: The extra chewing celery requires [...]
Get Teeth Like Spartacus
Teeth are the first thing that people realize when they see you. Today I was biking to work, and I saw two ladies cross the street – one had a gnarled, yellow tooth in place of where her incisors ought to have been. Immediately, I assumed that she was trashy, and was correct in that [...]
A Trip to the Brooklyn Orthodontist
When I was just a sprat, I loved going to the Brooklyn NY orthodontist. My two front teeth were a little crowded, and it was evident that I needed Medicaid braces. Mom stayed behind in the waiting room, where there was a Ms. Pac- Man machine. When they called my name, I wasn’t sad to [...]
7 Tips for Whiter Teeth
Everyone wants white teeth. It shows that your dental hygiene is on point, and that your probably don’t have bad breath. But getting pearly whites isn’t easy. Here are a few tips for whiter teeth. Brush your teeth with hydrogen peroxide. Take a capful and add toothpaste. Brush and gargle. Wash your mouth thoroughly. Depending [...]
Get Wise About Your Teeth
Teeth come from calcium. Many animals are classified by their teeth. Humans have two sets of teeth during their lifetime, (diphyodontic) baby teeth and adult teeth, but other animals have more than two. Sharks have a new set of teeth about every two weeks and are polyphyodontic. Rodents have incisors that grow constantly. Consistent gnawing [...]
Straight Teeth = Happiness
Having braces is a sacrifice. While you may think that it’s embarrassing to be past middle school and have braces, having straight teeth is something that will last a lifetime. Teeth are the first thing that people notice about you, and having a bright straight smile can give you a major advantage in life. Crooked [...]
