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Things to Know before Getting Your Teeth Aligned

Table of Contents Braces or Aligners in New Zealand: Your Options At-Home Clear Aligners In-Office Clear Aligners Traditional Braces Lingual Braces Self-Ligating Braces What to Consider before Teeth Alignment Procedure...

Things to Know before Getting Your Teeth Aligned

Table of Contents Braces or Aligners in New Zealand: Your Options At-Home Clear Aligners In-Office Clear Aligners Traditional Braces Lingual Braces Self-Ligating Braces What to Consider before Teeth Alignment Procedure...

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9 Alternative Orthodontic Solutions for Crooked Front Teeth

Table of Contents Orthodontic Alternatives to Braces for Straightening Teeth Clear Aligners: The Leading Alternative to Braces Orthodontic Appliances Veneers Palatal Expanders Dental Bonding Dental Crowns Orthognathic Surgery Retainers Why...

9 Alternative Orthodontic Solutions for Crooked Front Teeth

Table of Contents Orthodontic Alternatives to Braces for Straightening Teeth Clear Aligners: The Leading Alternative to Braces Orthodontic Appliances Veneers Palatal Expanders Dental Bonding Dental Crowns Orthognathic Surgery Retainers Why...

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When Should Your Child See an Orthodontist?

Table of Contents The First Orthodontic Visit: What Age to See an Orthodontist Preparing for Your Child’s First Visit The Most Common Signs Your Child Needs Braces Your Child Avoids...

When Should Your Child See an Orthodontist?

Table of Contents The First Orthodontic Visit: What Age to See an Orthodontist Preparing for Your Child’s First Visit The Most Common Signs Your Child Needs Braces Your Child Avoids...

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Burnt Tongue Relief: Fast Tips to Soothe and Heal Burns On The Tongue

Table of Contents Why Tongue Burns Hurt So Much What Are the Common Causes of a Burnt Tongue? Signs Your Tongue Is Burned First Things to Do after Burning Your...

Burnt Tongue Relief: Fast Tips to Soothe and Heal Burns On The Tongue

Table of Contents Why Tongue Burns Hurt So Much What Are the Common Causes of a Burnt Tongue? Signs Your Tongue Is Burned First Things to Do after Burning Your...

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Hairline Tooth Fractures and Cracks: Signs, Causes, & Repair

Table of Contents What Are Hairline Tooth Cracks Why Hairline Cracks Happen Early Signs to Look For How Dentists Confirm a Hairline Crack Why Cracks Get Worse Over Time When...

Hairline Tooth Fractures and Cracks: Signs, Causes, & Repair

Table of Contents What Are Hairline Tooth Cracks Why Hairline Cracks Happen Early Signs to Look For How Dentists Confirm a Hairline Crack Why Cracks Get Worse Over Time When...

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How Much Do Teeth Aligners Cost?

Table of Contents Cost of Aligners in New Zealand Average Teeth Alignment Cost of Aligners in NZ What Affects the Cost of Aligners in New Zealand Treatment Complexity Provider Experience...

How Much Do Teeth Aligners Cost?

Table of Contents Cost of Aligners in New Zealand Average Teeth Alignment Cost of Aligners in NZ What Affects the Cost of Aligners in New Zealand Treatment Complexity Provider Experience...

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Why Is My Tongue Yellow? When You Should See a Doctor

Table of Contents How Normal Tongue Color Works Quick Summary of Common Causes Dehydration Changes Tongue Color Fast Mouth Breathing Makes Things Worse Coffee, Tea, and Pigmented Foods Smoking and...

Why Is My Tongue Yellow? When You Should See a Doctor

Table of Contents How Normal Tongue Color Works Quick Summary of Common Causes Dehydration Changes Tongue Color Fast Mouth Breathing Makes Things Worse Coffee, Tea, and Pigmented Foods Smoking and...

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Brittle Teeth: Causes, Symptoms & Strengthening Solutions

Table of Contents What Are Brittle Teeth? Brittle Teeth Causes: Why Do Teeth Lose Their Strength? Misalignment or Malocclusion Enamel Erosion Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies Acid Reflux or GERD Aging...

Brittle Teeth: Causes, Symptoms & Strengthening Solutions

Table of Contents What Are Brittle Teeth? Brittle Teeth Causes: Why Do Teeth Lose Their Strength? Misalignment or Malocclusion Enamel Erosion Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies Acid Reflux or GERD Aging...

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Pros and cons of dental headgear

Dental Headgear: How It Works, Benefits & Drawbacks

Table of Contents What Exactly Is Dental Headgear? How Headgear Orthodontics Works The Force Redirects Jaw Growth It Moves Molars in Ways Braces Can’t It Tackles Severe Bite Problems In...

Dental Headgear: How It Works, Benefits & Drawbacks

Table of Contents What Exactly Is Dental Headgear? How Headgear Orthodontics Works The Force Redirects Jaw Growth It Moves Molars in Ways Braces Can’t It Tackles Severe Bite Problems In...

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Dead Tooth Symptoms: Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Table of Contents Common Symptoms of a Dying or Dead Tooth Discoloration Sensitivity That Doesn’t Feel Normal Persistent, Throbbing Pain (Yes, a “Dead Tooth” Can Hurt) Bad Breath That Persists...

Dead Tooth Symptoms: Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Table of Contents Common Symptoms of a Dying or Dead Tooth Discoloration Sensitivity That Doesn’t Feel Normal Persistent, Throbbing Pain (Yes, a “Dead Tooth” Can Hurt) Bad Breath That Persists...

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Dentist or Orthodontist – What’s the Difference?

Table of Contents What is the difference between a Dentist and an orthodontist? Types of Dental Professionals in New Zealand What Dentists Do: The Daily Stuff Preventive Care Spotting Problems...

Dentist or Orthodontist – What’s the Difference?

Table of Contents What is the difference between a Dentist and an orthodontist? Types of Dental Professionals in New Zealand What Dentists Do: The Daily Stuff Preventive Care Spotting Problems...

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What Types of Braces Are Best for Teenagers?

What Types of Braces Are Best for Teenagers?

Table of Contents Why Teenagers Make Great Candidates for Orthodontic Treatment The Best Braces for Teenagers: A Breakdown of Popular Choices Traditional Metal Braces: Classic, Reliable, Loved Why Teens Still...

What Types of Braces Are Best for Teenagers?

Table of Contents Why Teenagers Make Great Candidates for Orthodontic Treatment The Best Braces for Teenagers: A Breakdown of Popular Choices Traditional Metal Braces: Classic, Reliable, Loved Why Teens Still...

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