Permanent Retainers: Reasons for Tooth Movement, Signs, and Prevention
Teeth can shift even with a permanent retainer due to mechanical failures, natural physiological processes, and ongoing forces within the mouth, neces...
By Alex
Category: Oral Health
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TMJ Lavage: Understanding the Procedure, Benefits, and Recovery
TMJ lavage, or arthrocentesis, is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure that flushes the temporomandibular joint with sterile saline to alleviate ...
By Hart
Underbites: Causes of Pain, Symptoms, and Management
Underbites, or Class III malocclusion, can cause significant pain and discomfort due to temporomandibular joint dysfunction, excessive tooth wear, and...
By Hart
Periodontal Ligament: Anatomy, Functions, and Clinical Significance
The periodontal ligament is a specialized connective tissue surrounding a tooth root, connecting it to the jawbone, providing support, shock absorptio...
By Hart
Bite Force: Understanding, Risks, and How to Safely Strengthen Your Jaw Muscles
Increasing bite force involves strengthening masticatory muscles via targeted exercises and devices, but this pursuit carries significant risks to den...
By Hart
Screw-Retained Prostheses: Benefits, Maintenance, and Long-Term Success in Implant Dentistry
Screw-retained prostheses offer significant advantages in implant dentistry through their unparalleled retrievability, elimination of cement-related c...
By Jordan
Chewing Gum with Braces: Risks, Safe Alternatives, and Precautions
While generally advised against due to damage and hygiene risks, certain sugar-free, non-sticky gums can be chewed with extreme caution and proper ora...
By Hart
Night Guards vs. Bite Guards: Purposes, Designs, and Uses
Night guards prevent teeth grinding and jaw clenching during sleep, while bite guards (sports mouthguards) protect teeth and oral structures from impa...
By Jordan
Protruding Bottom Jaw: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
A protruding bottom jaw, or underbite, is a craniofacial condition primarily caused by genetic factors, skeletal growth patterns, or dental alignment,...
By Alex
