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Invisalign – An Invisible Way to Straighten Crooked Teeth!

dradeledoherty — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 23:02:13 +0000

Let’s havea straight talk about crooked teeth. There are many people who would like to straighten their teeth but do not want to wear those braces. Relax, there is a new way to get straightened teeth through “brace-lift,” it is virtually an invisible way to improve your smile, straighten your teeth so that you can have a face without the braces. Yes, you have heard of it, you saw it on television, it is known as Invisalign. Ask your dental provider for more information. A little information never kills anyone.

Forget everything you’ve heard about teeth straightening. Because now there’s breakthrough technology that lets you get the smile you always wanted without bands, brackets, or wires.

A clear alternative: By using a series of clear removable aligners, Invisalign straightens your teeth right before your eyes. Change them about every two weeks, and your teeth will move—little by little, week by week—until they have moved to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed. Comfortable to wear, our aligners are also removable so you can eat, drink, brush, and floss as usual.Less treatment time:

A typical Invisalign case takes about a year from start to finish. You’ll see your doctor everymonth or two to see how you’re progressing. Every few visits, you’ll be given additional aligners to continue your treatment. Commonly, the number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but treatment time and the number of aligners will vary from case to case.Invisible. And comfortable:
Invisalign is a virtually invisible solution. So you won’t draw undue attention to your mouth while in treatment. In fact, virtually no one will know you’re wearing them unless you tell. Comfortable to wear, our aligners are also removable so you can eat, drink, brush, and floss as usual.

Is Invisalign for me?
Invisaligncan be used to treat the vast majority of common problems for adults and teens. Whether your smile needs minor improvements or more extensive adjustments, Invisaligncan certainly help. It’s successful in treating overly crowded or widely spaced teeth. It can also relieve more complex issues, including overbites, underbites and even crossbites. In fact, an Invisalign Certified Orthodontist or Dentist can use Invisalign clear aligners in all or part of just about any treatment plan.Look your best during treatment:
Invisalign is clear and practically invisible, so nothing gets in the way of your new smile. No wonder Invisalign is the choice of over half a million people.* Unobtrusive in business meetings or social gatherings
* No metal wires or bands to irritate your mouth
* Most people won’t notice you’re wearing aligners

Found a local hat maker right here in the South

dradeledoherty — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:58:58 +0000

I thought you might want to check this company out. It makes reasonably priced hats and it may even throw free shipping with it. I did. You can have your logo embroidered on the caps for free. If you have been wanting to do some promotions for your business and you are on low budget like me, I encourage you to check this company up. I like their layouts, ease of uploading and placing order. Cool!

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Men’s Oral Health from Academy of General Dentistry.

dradeledoherty — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:19:33 +0000

Men’s Oral Health
Why is Oral Health Important for Men?
Good oral health recently has been linked with longevity. Yet, one of the most common factors associated with infrequent dental checkups is just being male. Men are less likely than women to seek preventive dental care and often neglect their oral health for years, visiting a dentist only when a problem arises. Men are also more likely to develop oral and throat cancer and periodontal (gum) disease. Read on to learn how men can take care of their oral health.

Men’s Oral Health
Under 30? Check for Oral Cancer
In the past decade, the dental profession has seen a considerable increase in the number of oral cancer patients under age 30 who have no identifiable risk factors of contracting the disease, such as tobacco or alcohol use. Although national surveys show that the U.S. adult population is ill-informed about the risk factors of developing oral cancers, as well as its signs and symptoms, most dentists perform oral cancer exams. Learn how your dentist can help.

Men’s Oral Health
Looking for a Better Job? Start by Visiting the Dentist!
Men are less likely to visit the dentist than their female counterparts, according to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). Why? Nearly 45 percent of respondents felt that men don’t see a need to go to the dentist, and about 30 percent of those polled reported that men may not visit the dentist because they are afraid or embarrassed to go. More men are climbing back into the dental chair – for a surprising reason.

FAQs: Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is a procedure that removes the damaged or dead tooth pulp. The canal is reshaped and filled with gutta percha, a rubber-like material, to prevent recontamination of the tooth. The tooth is then permanently sealed. If your general dentist recommends a root canal, he or she will perform the treatment or refer you to an endodontist, which is a specialist who treats injuries, diseases, and infections of the tooth pulp. Read on to learn more about this procedure.

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