Comprehensive Dental Associates Blog

A degree of sensitivity in natural teeth is quite common. It occurs when outside stimuli, such as temperature changes, irritate the inner layers of the teeth, which in turn causes the teeth’s nerves to send out pain signals. But dental implants have no nerves, so if one of yours ever starts to feel sensitive, you may rightly wonder why. What can cause this issue, and how can it be addressed? This blog post provides some relevant information.

Many people get their wisdom teeth removed when they are in their late teens or early 20s. Doing so can prevent future problems, and it is generally easier for young people to bounce back from oral surgery. But what if you are in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or older? Are you too old to get your wisdom teeth removed? No, you are not. This blog post explores what you can expect from this procedure as a mature adult.

Wisdom tooth extractions are a common procedure for patients in their teenage or young adult years. The removal of the third molars can have some substantial oral health benefits! But you might wonder if everyone has to get their wisdom teeth removed. For that matter, you might be curious to learn if everyone even has wisdom teeth! This blog post provides some fascinating information.

Every year, countless teenagers and young adults undergo wisdom tooth removal. Even many older individuals get their wisdom teeth extracted. If you still have your third molars, you might have a big question weighing on your mind: Do you really need to get them removed, or is it okay for you to keep them? The answer to that depends on your circumstances. This blog post explains what you should know.

Braces are designed to be durable. After all, they are meant to stay on your teeth for months at a time. However, they are not invulnerable to damage. An accident or mistake could easily lead to a broken bracket or wire. How can you deal with broken braces? This blog post provides some practical tips that will help you minimize the damage and get your treatment back on track as soon as possible.

For decades, braces have been one of the most popular and effective ways to straighten teeth. Unfortunately, this treatment is also the victim of a lot of misinformation. You might have heard some things about metal braces that are simply not true. This blog post reveals the truth behind some common myths.

Are you approaching the finish line of your orthodontic treatment? You may have been waiting many months to get your braces removed, and the day is finally near when you can see your results! Still, as excited as you might be, you could still have questions about what to expect during and after the braces removal process. This blog post explains some useful information.

Have you recently gotten your teeth whitened? The last thing you want to do is diminish your results by wearing the wrong color lipstick. Or perhaps you simply want to emphasize the natural beauty of your smile. Either way, there are some easy makeup tips that can help your teeth to look as bright and beautiful as possible.

It seems like over-the-counter teeth whitening products are everywhere, including online retailers, big box stores, and grocery stores. Some of these items are good for reducing the appearance of mild to moderate dental discoloration. However, caution is in order. Not only do these store-bought products not deliver the same results as professional options, but they could even end up harming your teeth if you overuse them! This blog post provides some important information that you should keep in mind about safely brightening your smile.

If you are looking for a new job or eyeing a promotion, you may be focusing on things like polishing your resume and preparing answers for common job interview questions. Of course, you should also think about your appearance. In addition to picking the right outfit for your interview, it would be wise to give some thought to your smile. Having bright, white teeth might just help you land your dream job! How is that the case? This blog post explains.

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