Articles on orthodontics and oral health
Informative articles on clear aligner treatment, orthodontics for children, and tooth and gum health. Each article gives general information; a personal assessment is made during the examination.
Tooth Decay in Children: Why It Happens and How to Spot It
Why does tooth decay develop in children, what are the first signs and when should you see a dentist? The basics every parent should know.
Gum Recession Under a Dental Bridge: Causes and Treatment Options
Why do gums recede under or around a dental bridge, how can you tell, and which treatments are available? With care tips.
Coping With Fussiness During Teething in Babies
Why are teething babies unsettled, how can parents soothe them, what should be avoided and when should you see a doctor?
What to Do If Your Child's Teeth Come in Late
Should you worry if baby or permanent teeth come in late? Possible causes, when an assessment is needed and why it matters for orthodontics.
Sensitivity in Root Canal Treated Teeth: Causes and Solutions
Is sensitivity normal after root canal treatment? How long does it last, and when should you go back to the dentist?
Mouth Ulcers and Canker Sores: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Why do canker sores appear, how long do they take to heal and when should you see a doctor? Practical information, including sores caused by orthodontic appliances.
Factors That Determine the Right Time to Treat Upper Jaw Retrusion
Why is timing so important in treating upper jaw retrusion? The right time depending on age, growth stage, tooth eruption and treatment method.
Signs and Diagnosis of Tooth Decay
Tooth decay does not always hurt. Early signs, how a dentist diagnoses decay and what to pay attention to in daily care.
The First Teeth: Which Tooth Comes In When?
In what order and at what age do baby teeth come in? Normal variations, caring for the first teeth and the first dental visit.
Loose Dental Bridge: Causes, Signs and What Can Be Done
Why does a dental bridge come loose? Possible causes, from dissolving cement and decay in a supporting tooth to gum disease and fractures, and what to do about it.
Is a First Dental Examination Necessary? What Does “First Examination Only” Mean?
Why is an examination needed before dental treatment? What happens at the examination, and what does the phrase “first examination only” in appointment details mean?
Antibiotics in Children's Dental Treatment: When Are They Needed, and When Not?
Not every child with toothache needs antibiotics. When antibiotics are recommended, why they are not a solution on their own and what parents should keep in mind.
Preventing Tooth Decay in Children: Dental Care Habits by Age
Age-appropriate brushing, diet and preventive measures to prevent tooth decay in children, from infancy to school age.
Gum Problems in Adolescence and How to Deal with Them
Why do gums bleed and swell more easily during puberty? The effect of hormones, and care tips for teenagers with braces or clear aligners.
Gum Recession: Causes and What You Can Do to Prevent It
Why does gum recession happen, how do you notice it and how can you stop it progressing? What you need to know, from brushing technique to orthodontic treatment.
What Are Laminate Veneers? Who Are They For?
What are laminate (porcelain) veneers, when are they used, how much of the tooth needs to be reduced and how do they relate to orthodontic treatment?
How Does Smoking Affect the Teeth and Gums?
The effects of smoking on tooth staining, bad breath, gum disease, implant success and the risk of oral cancer; and how quitting helps oral health.
Is Clear Aligner Treatment Right for You? What to Know Before Deciding
Clear aligners or braces? How treatment works, what to expect in daily life, which factors affect the outcome and who it may not suit.
Clear Aligner Treatment for Children: What to Consider While Teeth Are Developing
At what age and for which problems can clear aligners be used in children? Erupting teeth, family support and how aligners compare with braces or appliances.
What to Do If Your Clear Aligner Cuts Your Gums or Tongue
What should you do if the edge of a clear aligner digs into your gums, tongue or cheek? The risks of filing it yourself, temporary measures and adjustments made at the clinic.
Clear Aligners: An Alternative to Visible Braces
How do clear aligners work, how do they differ from braces and how are they cared for? A short introduction to wire-free orthodontics.
Expanding the Dental Arch with Clear Aligners: How Is a Narrow Smile Corrected?
Do dark spaces show at the sides when you smile? The causes of a narrow dental arch, and the possibilities and limits of expansion with clear aligners.
The Role of Orthodontics in Smile Aesthetics: Clear Aligners and Cosmetic Treatments
Why is tooth position assessed before cosmetic dental treatment? Planning clear aligners, whitening, bonding and veneers together.
Can You Whiten Your Teeth After Braces? When and How?
Why do stains appear on the teeth after braces come off, when should whitening be done, which methods are used and what are the side effects?
How Are Clear Aligners and Dental Implants Planned Together?
For someone with a missing tooth and crowded teeth, which comes first? The order of implant and clear aligner treatment and why planning them together matters.
Airway and Orthodontics: Breathing, Jaw Development and Tooth Alignment
What is the link between mouth breathing, snoring and a narrow jaw? Assessing the airway in orthodontics and a multidisciplinary approach.
Oral Hygiene While Wearing Clear Aligners: Tips and Recommendations
How should teeth and aligners be cleaned during clear aligner treatment? After-meal routine, aligner cleaning, storage and tips to prevent staining.
How Long Does Orthodontic Treatment Take? Factors That Affect the Duration
How many months do braces or clear aligners take? The factors that determine treatment length and what patients can do to keep it from running longer.
Children's Dental Health: A Check-up and Care Schedule by Age
From infancy to adolescence, what should be done at which age for children's dental health? Dental visits, preventive care and when to have an orthodontic check-up.
Pregnancy and Dental Health: What You Need to Know
Why do gums bleed during pregnancy, can dental treatment be done, and which period is more suitable? Advice for oral health throughout pregnancy.
Can Decay in Baby Teeth Lead to Crowding? Space Loss and Space Maintainers
How do baby teeth lost early to decay affect where the permanent teeth come in? Space loss, space maintainers and advice for parents.
Do Teeth Shift Again After Braces Come Off?
Why do teeth try to return to their old position after orthodontic treatment ends? Ways to prevent shifting and what can be done if it happens.
Why Should a Broken Retainer Be Replaced Promptly?
How quickly do teeth shift when a retainer breaks or a fixed retainer wire comes loose? What to do and what not to do.
What Helps a Sensitive, Aching Tooth? What You Can Do at Home and Its Limits
What can you do at home when a tooth twinges, which remedies should be avoided and which signs mean it is time to see a dentist?
Does Mouthwash Help With Tooth Sensitivity?
How do mouthwashes for sensitive teeth work, which ingredients should you look for, how do they differ from toothpaste and what are their limits?
Why Do Teeth Become Sensitive? Causes and Treatment Options
The causes of twinges with cold, heat or sweets: enamel wear, gum recession, decay and clenching. Diagnosis and treatment options.
Protruding Teeth and Deep Bite: Causes and Treatment Options
Why do protruding teeth and deep bite develop, what health problems can they cause and how are they corrected?
Which Toothpaste Should You Use for Sensitive Teeth?
What ingredients should you look for in a toothpaste for sensitive teeth, how should it be used and how long does it take to work?
What Is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, How Does It Develop and How Can It Be Prevented?
Why does baby bottle tooth decay start on the upper front teeth, how can you spot it, what happens if it is not treated and how can it be prevented?
Can You Get Braces While Pregnant? Orthodontic Treatment in Pregnancy
Can braces or clear aligner treatment be started during pregnancy, and what happens to ongoing treatment? What to know about X-rays, oral hygiene and sensitivity.
How Is Dental Implant Treatment Planned?
The success of implant treatment depends largely on planning. What happens during the examination, imaging, bone assessment and timing stages?
What Is Digital Smile Design? Who Is It Suitable For?
What digital smile design is, when it is used, what it offers and its limits. What to know before starting aesthetic dental treatment.
Early Childhood Caries: Tips for Prevention from Age 0 to 6
What is early childhood caries and why is it so common? Practical ways to prevent decay from age 0 to 6 through diet, brushing and fluoride.
How Is Digital Smile Design Done? The Process Step by Step
Which steps does digital smile design follow, from photos, video and intraoral scanning to a trial in the mouth? The stages of the process and what to keep in mind.
Digital Planning for Dental Implants: The Tools Used
How are digital photos, intraoral scanning, cone beam CT and surgical guides used together in implant planning?
The Golden Proportion and Gum Appearance: Measures in Smile Aesthetics
What does the golden proportion mean in smile aesthetics, and how do gum levels and tooth colour affect a smile? The criteria used in aesthetic assessment.
Crowded Teeth in Children: Signs and When to See an Orthodontist
Are your child's permanent teeth coming in crowded? What is considered normal, the signs to watch for and when to have an orthodontic assessment.
What Are Inlays and Onlays? When Are They Used?
Inlays and onlays are restorations that sit between a standard filling and a crown. How they differ, when they are chosen and how they are placed.
Common Dental Treatments: A Short Guide
Short explanations of commonly performed treatments such as scaling, deep cleaning, fillings, root canal treatment, extractions, wisdom teeth and implants.
Implant Cleaning Guide: How to Clean Dental Implants
Implants don't decay, but the tissues around them can become inflamed. Daily cleaning tools, step-by-step cleaning and check-up advice.
Treatment Options for People with No Teeth: Dentures and Implant-Supported Solutions
Complete dentures, removable implant-retained dentures and fixed implant-supported prostheses (All-on-4/All-on-6) for people who have lost all their teeth.
Digital Simulation in Clear Aligner Planning: What Does the Result on Screen Tell You?
How is the digital simulation shown in clear aligner treatment prepared, and what does it show and not show? Questions to ask when reviewing the simulation.
Advantages and Limits of Clear Aligner Treatment
What conveniences does clear aligner treatment offer in daily life, and when can it be limited? A balanced assessment.
Why Does Oral Health Decline? Common Causes and Prevention
The main causes of decay, gum disease, bad breath and tooth loss, and daily tips for protecting oral health.