Clinton Dental Center Blog

Oral care is nothing to play around with. Nearly half (46%) of U.S. adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease, and 26% of adults have…

Palate expanders are extremely useful tools for preventing overcrowding and correcting bite issues. They’re designed to gently adjust a jawbone while it is still pliable to make more room in…

Family dentist, general dentist, pediatric dentist – what’s the difference between these professions? Do they all offer the same services, or is there a specific type of dentist you should…

If you’re insecure about your smile, you might be searching for the root cause. Are bad teeth genetic, or am I doing something that hurts my smile? The answer could…

Invisalign is a popular alternative to metal braces, but this program doesn’t work for every smile. If you’re weighing your options, you may wonder how painful invisible braces are. Do…

Children rely on their parents for all forms of hygiene until they reach a certain age. This is a big milestone for families because it marks a moment of independence….

One of the biggest perks to wearing invisible braces is that you can remove them for brushing and flossing. Teeth brushing with metal braces is slightly more involved because you…

Brushing teeth with braces may seem intimidating at first, but it’s actually not hard at all. Once you learn how to get around the metal wires, brushing and flossing is…

Dental crowns look and feel like real teeth, but are they maintained in the same way? Are there any special maintenance requirements for dental crowns? This quick guide explains how…

If teeth stains are keeping you from showcasing a confident smile, it’s time to do something about them! There are many ways to remove teeth stains, depending on what’s causing…