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Dear South Florida Dental Arts,My seven-year-old son got a lesson in how to brush his teeth at school this week, and he was frustrated when the dentist didn't call on him during Q-and-A. He wanted to know how toothpaste works, and honestly, it sounded like a good question to me!Thanks!Curiouser Ann Curiouser  Dear Curiouser,What a…

Dear South Florida Dental Arts,Easter is coming up fast, and I know my kids (and my husband!) are going to get into the candy like monsters. My question is, are there candy options that are better for them than others, or should I just let it go for the holiday and not stress?Sincerely,A Long-Time Tooth…

Let's start off by saying that braces in general  tend to cause discomfort for people. When your speaking about traditional braces or Invisalign®, braces will typically hurt because the braces are shifting teeth from their original position straightening and improving one's smile. This doesn't mean that either your traditional braces or invisalign will hurt all…

Many items can discolor your teeth over time. Smoking, coffee, tea, wine and foods can all dull the whiteness of your teeth. Finding a teeth whitening solution in Miami that will brighten your smile can be confusing. There are many options available but understanding which option is right for you can be difficult.Typically, the at…

One way to protect your child's smile is to maintain the spacing in baby teeth to prevent problems later on. If baby teeth must be removed early due to decay or an accident, have a space maintainer put in to keep the teeth from drifting.

Cosmetic bonding can usually be done in one visit and does not require a patient to wait for customized tooth coverings to be made in a dental laboratory - as is the case with veneers and crowns. There is little preparation that needs to be done to the surface of teeth and anesthesia is usually…

If you want to change the appearance of your front teeth without spending a few years wearing braces, you should ask about accelerated orthodontics. These can give you results similar to those you would receive with braces in a shorter amount of time-usually three to eight months.

Did you know that poor dental hygiene can cause severe gum disease that can result in tooth loss? Visiting a cosmetic dentist can offer you tips regarding how to take better care of your teeth. A cosmetic dentist can also perform certain procedures to enhance your smile.

If you are wearing braces, many orthodontists recommend you rinse carefully with an antiseptic dental rinse once you're finished brushing and flossing. Not only can this help minor gum inflammations, but it will remove any leftover debris from the cleaning.

Do you have a tooth that's decayed to the point of being unstable? When this happens, a regular filling may no longer be an option. Instead, a crown may be a more permanent solution.

If a bracket pops or breaks off, be sure to contact your orthodontist immediately. If you leave the bracket off for a day or two, other parts of your braces may get damaged, and your treatment may be set back considerably.

Did you know that the quality of your tooth enamel determines how bright your pearly whites will be? Following proper dental hygiene techniques can help speed along teeth whitening procedures.