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Sometimes in life, it’s easy to feel “too old” for things.  After all, even those popular toy building bricks say they’re only recommended for ages 4 to 99! But when it comes to your oral health, there truly is no such thing as being too old. Here’s why if you’ve been worried that it’s too late for Candid Pro Clear Aligners, age “ain’t nothing but a number!”

Orthodontic equipment is notorious for not only getting food and debris trapped within it, but also for causing a bit of a challenge cleaning it out. Thankfully, with Candid Pro clear aligners, you don’t have to worry about how to maintain proper oral hygiene, because your aligners are easily removable for meals and cleanings. But make no mistake, caring for your teeth, gums, and the aligners themselves is an essential part of your treatment. Here’s why it’s so important to maintain your oral health, and how to do it when you use Candid Pro!

Since orthodontics like Candid Pro Clear Aligners are convenient, comfortable, and aesthetically favorable, they’re sometimes considered a cosmetic treatment. True, straighter teeth do enhance your smile. But this can give off the wrong impression. Clear aligners aren’t just a pretty alignment tool, you know! They can correct more dental issues than you might think, such as your bite position. Keep reading to learn more about the practical side of Candid Pro Clear Aligners.

When you were a kid, did you ever get asked what superpower you would like to have? Invisibility’s a popular choice, and for good reason. If you ever felt awkward, out of place, or embarrassed over something you said, you could simply vanish from view until your stomach unknotted itself.

What if you were told that there was a secret to invisibility – when it comes to your orthodontics, anyway! With Candid Pro Clear Aligners, you could straighten your teeth or adjust certain bite alignments without anyone knowing. As long as you take good care of them, that is. Keep reading to learn how.

If you have Candid Pro Clear Aligners and are noticing they’re starting to look a little dingy, you might be wondering what could be going wrong to cause them to discolor. After all, they are called “clear” aligners. Unfortunately, even though they are made of clear material, aligners still can absorb stains from several different things. If your aligners are changing color, here’s what could be causing this and what you should do to prevent it.

Candid Pro Clear Aligners are generally found to be much more comfortable than traditional braces, but that doesn’t mean you won’t experience any discomfort at all during your treatment. Thankfully, when you do it is usually minimal, and doesn’t typically last long. Here are some helpful suggestions for how to get relief.

Dental crowns are a common solution for restoring damaged teeth, providing strength, protection, and improved appearance. But how long can you expect your new restoration to last? Well, while most tend to last for over 10 years, it’s a bit more complicated than quoting a number. There are several factors that affect the longevity of your crown and understanding them can help you avoid common pitfalls. So, continue reading to learn how to maximize the life of your dental crowns and maintain your oral health.

Getting a dental crown is a common procedure to restore the function and appearance of a damaged tooth. While the treatment itself is straightforward, proper aftercare is a bit less so. For the best result, you need to ensure that your recovery goes smoothly. So, continue reading to find a comprehensive guide on how to care for your new dental crown.

Dental crowns are designed to restore teeth to their original size, function, and appearance after they are compromised by injury, extensive decay, or intensive dental treatments such as root canals. While traditional dental crowns are manufactured at a lab and placed over the course of two appointments, CEREC same-day crowns only require one visit. Here’s a brief overview of the differences between these two options to help you make an informed decision.

Dental crowns are used to protect and restore the appearance of teeth that have been compromised by injury, extensive decay, or dental procedures like root canals. While it has traditionally taken at least two appointments spaced about two weeks apart to prepare the teeth and manufacture and place a dental crown, CEREC technology allows dentists to prepare a tooth and place a crown in a single appointment. Here’s how the process works and how long it takes to receive a same-day dental crown.