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If your teenager is in need of orthodontic treatment, you might automatically think braces. But while this decades-old appliance is quite effective, it isn’t the only “tooth movement” game in town any more. Clear aligners are another choice your teenager might find more appealing. Clear aligners are a sequential set of computer-generated plastic trays that […]
Read articleChildren’s permanent teeth normally erupt over several years after first forming below the gum line. All their permanent teeth should come in by the time they reach early adolescence. Unfortunately, this process doesn’t always happen as it should. If the erupting teeth become crowded due to a poor bite (malocclusion), teeth still to come in […]
Read articleTeeth lost to tooth decay can have devastating consequences for a child’s dental health. Not only can it disrupt their current nutrition, speech and social interaction, it can also skew their oral development for years to come. Fortunately, we have a number of preventive tools to curb decay in young children. One of the most […]
Read articleIf you have considered braces but are unsure of changing your look so drastically, you can now straighten your smile discreetly and effectively. Invisalign allows you to correct your teeth and bite issues without all the hassle of permanently attached metal brackets and wires. But how can Invisalign benefit you and your teeth? Are you […]
Read articleNeed a root canal? Millions of teeth are treated and saved each year with root canal treatment. A root canal is a treatment of the pulp of the tooth that is infected, inflamed, or dead. Kenneth Woo, DDS and Associates in Kensington and Gaithersburg, MD, offers a full range of dental services. Dr. Kenneth Woo, […]
Read articleIt’s a common sight to see someone wearing braces—and not just teens or pre-teens. In the last few decades, people in their adult years (even late in life) are transforming their smiles through orthodontics. If you’re an adult considering treatment to straighten your teeth, this particular dental specialty might be an unfamiliar world to you. […]
Read articleTeam USA figure skater Adam Rippon became one of the breakout stars of the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in South Korea last month. But it wasn’t just his acrobatics on the ice that dazzled—it was also his bright smile. As it turns out, the 28-year-old skater had prepared for his big moment on the world […]
Read articleTooth decay is one of the most common diseases in the world, nearly as prevalent as the common cold. It’s also one of the two major dental diseases—the other being periodontal (gum) disease—most responsible for tooth and bone loss. Tooth decay begins with high levels of acid, the byproduct of oral bacteria feeding on food […]
Read articleDental implants are today’s closest restorative facsimile to natural teeth. And they’re versatile: not only can they replace single teeth but they can also support bridges or dentures. But since one of their crucial components is made of metal, are you out of luck obtaining this state-of-the-art dental restoration if you have a metal allergy? […]
Read articleYour smile isn’t the same without healthy gums—neither are your teeth, for that matter. So, maintaining your gums by protecting them from periodontal (gum) disease is a top priority. Gum disease is caused by bacterial plaque, a thin biofilm that collects on teeth and is not removed due to poor oral hygiene practices. Infected gums […]
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