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Smiles have a Tendency to Bounce Back

Smiles have a Tendency to Bounce Back

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Smile Quote No. 1: If You Smile at Someone, They May Smile Back.

During your children’s teenage years, they undergo a number of trials and tribulations. Some of these situations test their confidence and make them wonder where they fit in with the rest of the world and their peers. After an appointment with Dr. Don Demas, you might find that they need braces, but you can teach them that what they give out to the world, they can bring back.

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Make-up Tricks for Whiter Teeth

Make-up Tricks for Whiter Teeth

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Words of Wisdom No. 10: Conceal with Color

It mostly applies to the ladies when they are choosing the color for their lipstick. Ladies are supposed to choose a light red or medium color lipstick. The reason the colors are mostly preferred is because they help in making your teeth to look whiter. The use of lighter colored lipstick makes your teeth to appear yellow. When used correctly, make up can make your teeth to appear whiter every day.

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What else are Braces for?

What else are Braces for?

Besides Straight Teeth, What are the Benefits of Braces?

Straight teeth create beautiful, full smiles. But the appearance of your child’s teeth isn’t the only reason to consider braces. Health factors such as the ability to properly clean and maintain teeth and gums should play an important role in your decision. Failure to keep teeth and gums clean can cause many health issues including heart disease and diabetes. Misaligned teeth that sit too close or too far apart make it difficult to brush and floss which can lead to increased cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay. Prevent future oral health problems now so your child won’t have to spend time and money correcting these issues later on.

Talk with your child’s orthodontist about the types of braces available. Options include traditional clear and metal braces that fit on the front of teeth, braces that fit on the back of teeth, and clear plastic aligners.

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Brush your Teeth Twice Every Day

Brush your Teeth Twice Every Day

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Words of Wisdom No. 9: Brush Your Teeth When You First Get Out of Bed and Before You Get Back In at Night

Brushing teeth early in the morning after awakening and just before going to sleep are the two most crucial times as suggested by dental specialists to stay orally fresh. The essence of brushing before going to bed is to remove any food particles that may be trapped in between the teeth after taking dinner and it swipes off plaque from the teeth which is caused by dried up saliva or accumulated food particles.

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Lasers in Orthodontics

Lasers in Orthodontics

Can Lasers Make Your Orthodontic Treatment Faster?

You likely know that lasers are precision instruments. No matter the application, in experienced hands, lasers usually get the job done faster than the alternative. This is certainly true in the world of orthodontia.

How Do Lasers Brighten Smiles Faster?

At Team Demas Orthodontics, we are the smile specialists. The newest orthodontia tools with built-in lasers help us precisely target areas where we can improve your child’s smile. Precision makes us more efficient and effective. We like those two qualities very much, and we imagine you do, too.

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