Though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, Fargo dentists continue to see cavities in young children. Caring for your infant’s teeth should begin even before they erupt. To prevent bacteria growth, parents can wash their baby’s gums with a wet washcloth after feedings. Babies should never be put to bed with a […]
Braces
Bright Purple Mouth?
Remember when Fargo adolescents undergoing orthodontic treatment were mortified by their metal mouth? Thankfully, for most young men and women, those days are over. Many Fargo teens of today wear their braces proudly and make no effort to hide them. They know they don’t need to wait until their teeth are aligned to flaunt a […]
Damon Smiles, Invisalign, Ceramic, And Lingual Braces
Today’s message provides details about some of the newest types of braces. Two proprietary orthodontic systems advertised in the Fargo area are Invisalign and Damon Smiles. Damon Smiles has created a new device used with the old-school method while Invisalign takes an entirely new approach. With old-school metal braces, the wires are connected to the […]
Can You Straighten Your Teeth Without Braces?
Many Fargo people could improve their smile with braces, yet only a portion are currently undergoing treatment. A common reason Fargo people delay or forego orthodontic treatment is because they believe it is a difficult, costly process requiring traditional metal braces. Metal braces are not needed for every tooth alignment trouble, however. An orthodontic appliance […]
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
At Designer Smiles, we provide cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry. That means we correct all types of smile flaws. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many people don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it corrected. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can bring about overlapping teeth. […]
The Challenge Of Oral Hygiene For Orthodontic Patients
Categories: Braces
Hello, I’m Dennis Hetland of Designer Smiles. Today’s post is for orthodontic patients. There is no doubt about it – it is harder to keep your teeth clean if you wear braces. It’s unfortunate (and ironic) when brace wearers develop tooth decay and weaken their teeth while simultaneously trying to improve their smile with braces. […]
Does Your Child Have An Overbite?
Categories: Braces
Malocclusions (bite problems) include overbites, underbites and crossbites. Jaw alignment disorders restrict proper chewing, talking, and swallowing. They can also cause teeth to shift around in the mouth. Fargo dentistry patients with bite problems are at a greater risk for tooth decay and periodontal disease because bite misalignment often makes it difficult to maintain proper […]
