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The Latest in Oral Health & Modern Dentistry from Tend

From oral health tips and product recs to behind-the-scenes looks at our studios, the Tend Dental blog is your go-to for smarter care and wellness.

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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Statistics on Adult Orthodontics: Who is Getting Braces and Why?

Statistics on Adult Orthodontics: Who is Getting Braces and Why?

By Tend

Posted Dec 29th, 2022 in Orthodontics, Treatment & Services

More adults are getting braces than ever before. Who is straightening their teeth and why? Tend dives deep into some of the trends and statistics behind braces for adults.

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Lingual Braces or Clear Aligners: Which Is Right for You?

Lingual Braces or Clear Aligners: Which Is Right for You?

By Dr. Chris Salierno

Posted Nov 1st, 2022 in Clear Aligners, Orthodontics, Patient Experience

Thanks to modern innovations, straightening your teeth has never been easier, faster, or more discreet. Two of the most popular options? Lingual braces (which go behind your teeth) and clear aligners (like Invisalign ®). While both deliver impressive results, they offer different patient experiences. So how do you know which is right for you?

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Braces for Adults: A Complete Guide to Straightening Your Teeth

Braces for Adults: A Complete Guide to Straightening Your Teeth

By Dr. Chris Salierno

Posted Nov 1st, 2022 in Clear Aligners, Orthodontics, Treatment & Services

Thanks to modern innovations, straightening your teeth has never been easier, faster, or more discreet. Two of the most popular options? Lingual braces (which go behind your teeth) and clear aligners (like Invisalign®).

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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 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, 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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Is Covid causing a cosmetic dentistry boom in New York City?

Is Covid causing a cosmetic dentistry boom in New York City?

By Tend

Posted May 12th, 2022 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Treatment & Services

Remote work has changed everything, including how (and how often) we see ourselves. Is that behind the recent uptick in cosmetic dental procedures in New York? Here, we explore this curious Covid side effect, and why it might not be a bad thing when it comes to your oral health.

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How a Patient-Obsessed Approach to Dentistry Puts the Provider First, Too

How a Patient-Obsessed Approach to Dentistry Puts the Provider First, Too

By Tend

Posted Apr 22nd, 2022 in Providers

At Tend, we obsess over the experience of our patients. Here’s why that makes us a fantastic place to work.

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Tread Gingerly with Gingivitis

Tread Gingerly with Gingivitis

By Tend

Posted Apr 17th, 2022 in Conditions & Symptoms, Hygiene, Insurance & Billing, Patient Experience, Treatment & Services

You’ve probably heard of gum disease, or gingivitis (thanks, mouthwash ads), and you know it’s bad. But you might not know exactly what it means—and what can happen if it’s ignored.

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