The arch wires on your upper or lower braces are crucial to the success of your orthodontic treatment. Working together with the carefully placed brackets on your teeth, among other things, these wires help to shift your teeth in the desired directions.
If you accidentally bend the arch wire then, you may inadvertently cause your teeth to move, thus, lengthening your treatment time.
Arch Wires Are Designed to Be Bent
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Many people still think that they only have one option if they want to have their teeth straightened, and that is to get traditional braces. However, this is not the case, especially if you are an adult, as you can select clear aligners as an alternative. What is involved with this approach, and are they right in your case?
New Approach
Technicians developed clear aligners as an option to traditional braces in recent years.
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Many people only give their eating habits more than a passing thought when they want to lose weight. However, the way you eat, and the type of food you eat, potentially impact on the health of your teeth as well. You have an upcoming dental appointment to discuss an several small cracks which have appeared in your front tooth. Consider these reasons about why your eating mannerisms are hurting your teeth.
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In recent years, self-administered dental work has become a worryingly common trend. It is in fact so serious currently that 13% of orthodontists have seen patients that have carried out dental work on themselves. Quite often, DIY dental work worsens an issue that could have easily been dealt with by a professional dentist or orthodontist.
If you are currently wearing braces but are unhappy with them, do not attempt to remove them yourself.
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Tooth sensitivity is a common problem that people of any age can experience and typically is characterized by tooth pain and discomfort after consuming hot or cold foods and beverages. Some people also experience tooth sensitivity after having sweet or acidic foods and beverages or after exposing their teeth to cold temperatures outside. Tooth sensitivity can be frustrating to live with, but once you understand what causes it, you can start taking steps to reduce it.
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