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All About Your New Clear Aligners

All About Your New Clear Aligners

By Tend

Posted Dec 29th, 2022 in Clear Aligners, Oral Health Tips

You did it: you made a lifelong investment in your smile and are now sporting brand new clear aligners. Congrats! The next step? Wear 'em—then get ready for impressive results. Questions about the process? Below, we’ve compiled answers to some of the most common clear aligner questions we see. Read on for our top tips on how to get the most out of your treatment.

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Keeping Your Teeth Clean When You Wear Braces

Keeping Your Teeth Clean When You Wear Braces

By Dr. Chris Salierno

Posted Dec 29th, 2022 in Clear Aligners, Hygiene, Oral Health Tips, Orthodontics

Your new braces represent an important investment in yourself, and one of the best ways to honor that commitment is by maintaining good oral hygiene.

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What happens if you don’t get a crown when recommended?

What happens if you don’t get a crown when recommended?

By Tend

Posted Aug 24th, 2022 in Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Treatment & Services

If your dentist recommends you get a crown, you’ve probably got questions. First, what exactly is a crown? And is it really necessary? Learn more.

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Do I really need a filling?

Do I really need a filling?

By Tend

Posted Aug 9th, 2022 in Emergencies, Exams, Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Treatment & Services

Want to know more about fillings? We can fill you in. Fillings are a treatment for cavities, so let’s start at the beginning.

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My Dentist Said I Can’t Get a Normal Cleaning. Why?

My Dentist Said I Can’t Get a Normal Cleaning. Why?

By Tend

Posted Apr 17th, 2022 in Conditions & Symptoms, Oral Health Tips, Patient Experience, Periodontics & Gum Health, Prevention, Treatment & Services

If you have gingivitis or periodontitis, a normal cleaning won’t be helpful. It can actually be harmful by allowing bacteria to remain trapped below your gums.

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Is Covid Stress Ruining Your Teeth?

Is Covid Stress Ruining Your Teeth?

By Tend

Posted Feb 8th, 2022 in Conditions & Symptoms, Oral Health Tips

8% of adults grind their teeth, but most have no idea about the long-term consequences.

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Fluoride: Is It Legit?

Fluoride: Is It Legit?

By Dr. Marc Schlenoff

Posted Feb 9th, 2021 in Exams, Family Dental Care, Hygiene, Oral Health Tips, Prevention

In our “Is It Legit?” series, we weigh in on trendy topics in oral wellness, flossing fiction from fact so that you know what to trust your mouth with.

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A Kiss Assist for You and Your Dog

A Kiss Assist for You and Your Dog

By Tend

Posted Feb 3rd, 2021 in Oral Health Tips, Studio News

Your dog's teeth are important! Not only can neglected teeth lead to "doggy breath", but it can be a factor in your dog's overall health. Learn more.

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How Much Soreness Is Normal from a Dental Exam?

How Much Soreness Is Normal from a Dental Exam?

By Tend

Posted Feb 1st, 2021 in Exams, Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Patient Experience, Treatment & Services

Is soreness after a dental exam normal? Find out the answer from our team at Tend.

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Chewing Gum: How Bad Is It?

Chewing Gum: How Bad Is It?

By Tend

Posted Feb 1st, 2021 in Hygiene, Oral Health Tips

In our “How Bad Is It?” series, we answer your cringing questions about whether something you’ve done, or do everyday, is bad for your oral health (or completely harmless).

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