Once you've achieved a stunning, straight smile, you must understand the significance of retainers and their role in maintaining your results. But before you fully celebrate, there's one crucial step left on your orthodontic journey: wearing retainers. Typically, you must wear those retainers for several months to a year. Want to know more about it? Keep reading this blog. We'll explore how long to wear a retainer after braces, the various types available, and provide essential tips for ensurin...
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When to Replace Your Retainer
Many people who have finished orthodontic treatment end up needing a new retainer at some point because eventually, the retainer will wear down, get damaged, or sometimes get lost. So how long do retainers last, and how do you know when it’s time for a retainer replacement? In this guide, we’ll explain when to replace your retainer, the signs that your retainer is due for retirement, and how to easily get a replacement online (which can save you time and money). Why Do Retainers Need ...
READ MOREThe Truth About Cheap Dentures
Everyone loves a good deal, and getting affordable dental work is no exception. It’s natural to search for the cheapest dentures when faced with potentially high costs. After all, dentures can be expensive. And without insurance, the cost of dentures can be astronomical. A little while ago, we put together a dentures cost comparison guide, where we share what you can expect to spend at a dentist vs a denture lab. In short, dentures can cost thousands of dollars for a full set from a d...
READ MORECan You Sleep With Dentures?
You brushed, rinsed… now the big question: can you sleep with dentures? Dentures are worn by over 40 million Americans, and you’re not the first person to ask if dentures need to come out every night or if it’s fine to leave them in. Below, we’ll explain why dental professionals generally recommend removing dentures before bed and what you should know before sleeping with dentures in. Can You Sleep with Dentures Safely? Technically, you can fall asleep with dentures in, but denti...
READ MOREThe Best Way to Clean Your Dentures
Dentures are an excellent tool for restoring your smile and chewing ability. Proper cleaning is incredibly important for keeping them looking great and lasting. At the same time, dentures can be surprisingly easy to damage if they are not cleaned correctly. After all, dentures aren’t cheap and are made of materials that need gentle care. We’ll walk you through the best way to clean dentures, covering daily habits and important dos and don’ts to keep them clean, fresh, and in great sh...
READ MOREBuying Dentures Online: The Ultimate Guide
Millions of Americans are ditching the traditional dentist route and ordering their dentures online instead. Buying dentures online can save you money and help you take control of your dental care without the hassle of multiple (expensive) dental appointments. You’ll be able to get new smile faster, easier, and often for a fraction of the cost, all from the comfort of home. This guide will walk you through how it works, what to watch out for, and how to make sure you end up with dentures...
READ MOREHow Long Does it Take to Get Dentures?
Dentures are a trusted solution for millions of Americans (41 million, in fact), helping people eat, speak, and feel like themselves again. If you’re thinking about getting full or partial dentures, one of the first things you probably want to know is simple: how long does it take to get dentures? We’d love to tell you the exact timeline, but the answer really depends on the type of denture you choose and your personal needs. So in this guide, we’ll walk you through the timeline so t...
READ MORESigns You Might Need Dental Prosthetics
Our teeth are meant to last a lifetime, but in reality, many of us will face dental issues that require major repair or replacement. Dental prosthetics are artificial replacements for natural teeth. This includes things like full or partial dentures, dental bridges, veneers, and implants, all of which can restore your ability to chew, speak, and smile confidently when your natural teeth are failing. Tooth loss and dental damage are more common than you might think, with over 120 million Am...
READ MORE5 Tips for Sleeping With a Mouth Guard
Wearing a night guard (mouth guard for sleeping) is one of the best ways to protect your teeth if you grind or clench at night. Bruxism (teeth grinding) during sleep is very common, estimated to affect over 30% of adults to some degree and it can lead to headaches, jaw pain, chipped teeth, and worn-down teeth. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, dentists have reported a significant rise in stress-related teeth grinding; more than 70% of dentists saw increased clenching/grinding in their patients ...
READ MORE5 Signs Your Dentures Don’t Fit Right
Dentures are meant to fit comfortably so that you can smile and speak with the confidence you deserve. Unfortunately, when your dentures don’t fit right, it can lead to a host of problems like sore gums, poor nutrition, and even health issues. More than 40 million Americans rely on their dentures, so making sure the dentures fit correctly is so incredibly important, and we want to help you learn how to identify what a bad fit looks like. Below are five common signs of a poor denture fit,...
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