Clefts are birth defects resulting from the improper formation of the mouth and/or palate, which results in a deep indentation in the malformed area. Both a cleft lip and a cleft palate can also cause dental issues in both the baby and adult teeth. Waiting for those teeth to fall out can often rectify baby teeth issues, but adult teeth will require dental treatment to correct the problem.
Here are a few of the common dental problems related to clefts – and potential treatments you should discuss with your dentist:
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When you've got a persistent toothache, you know to bring this up with your dentist because it's most likely the sign of a cavity, which is an easy enough fix. However, there are all kinds of other common dental problems that people tend to overlook or ignore. Unfortunately, these concerns can be the sign of major dental problems. So, the next time you're in for a teeth cleaning and your dentist asks you if you have any questions, here are a few things worth mentioning if they apply to you.
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If your dentist tells you that you are a candidate for having veneers placed to reconstruct your smile, you may wonder what the process entails. Dental veneers improve the visual appearance of teeth. Here is a run down of the process you will need to go through to prepare for veneer placement and how to take care of your new veneers after having the procedure done:
When Would You Get Veneers?
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If your teeth have suffered damage due to gum disease, injury or from not being able to visit the dentist as often as you should have, you shouldn't have to pay the price any longer. Dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and oral surgery have made several advancements that make it easier to access quality cosmetic surgery for your teeth. Because your teeth are the first thing many people see when they look at you, your smile is the main focal point of your face.
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Many people have a bad habit of grinding their teeth. This most commonly occurs at night while they sleep and they may not even be aware that it is happening. Teeth grinding can be very damaging to the teeth, gums and jawline. If this problem is not corrected it may even result in the loss of teeth over time.
Fortunately, there are things you can do to put an end to this and prevent more damage to your teeth.
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