Orthodontics

Nearly 25 percent of adults older than the age of 65 have total tooth loss, according to the Academy of Periodontology. And many more have lost at least some of their teeth. Dentures and partial...

Ideally, everyone is able to keep their original adult teeth, but this isn't always possible. Teeth get damaged through trauma or poor hygiene, and as a result, bridges sometimes are necessary....

The dentist or prosthodontist first examines the structure of the patient's teeth prior to having them removed. To ensure that the dentures will look natural on the patient, an accurate model of...

A tooth gap, or diastema, is commonly found between the top front teeth. While some people feel that a tooth gap adds character to their appearance, other people find it unattractive and want to...

Invisalign offers adults and teenagers a different option for correcting malocclusions than traditional wire braces. A person can now have straighter teeth with neither the physical discomfort of...

Having bucked teeth does not have to be a life sentence. There are many ways in which a person can have their teeth fixed and acquire that perfect smile. The younger you are when you seek...

An overbite is present when the upper teeth significantly protrude over the lower teeth. Causes range from excessive thumb sucking as a child to having an underdeveloped lower jaw. An overbite is...

When you return home with your new dentures and look at your smile in the mirror, you'll feel great. Once you go about your daily routine with them for the first time that smile may fade a bit....

You can find a quality dentist by following these guidelines, taken from the American Dental Association's recommendations.