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Tooth Extraction 101: How Seeing an Austin Dentist can Prepare Your Child for Braces

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Many children need braces to correct their smiles. This is a very normal practice and sometimes requires extra steps depending on the condition and placement of the teeth. Often, parents want to have a game plan laid out for fixing their child’s or...

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Common Treatment Options for TMJ

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The jaw joints that connect the jaw to the skull are called the temporomandibular joints (TMJ). These joints can have a significant impact on your overall health. Problems with these joints, called TMJ disorders, can cause a range of symptoms, from c...

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What to Do When You Lose a Tooth

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Losing an adult tooth can be an alarming event. The tooth won’t grow back, so how will you ever get your smile back? The bad news is that losing an adult tooth can be painful, and may require dental implants or other solutions. The good news is...

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Vaping and Oral Health: The Risks

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When e-cigarettes were introduced in 2008, many people thought that they provided a healthier alternative to regular cigarettes. Today, despite evidence to the contrary, individuals continue to use e-cigarettes and other forms of vaping and often bel...

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How to Select an Oral Surgeon

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Did you know that you get a choice in the oral surgeon who performs your oral surgery? Finding a skilled surgeon with whom you feel comfortable can make your dental surgery a calmer and more successful experience. Just make sure that the process of f...

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Why Do I Need Jaw Surgery?

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Having your jaw realigned surgically might sound dramatic and scary. However, it is also one of the best ways to deal with certain dental, facial, and jaw problems. Called orthognathic surgery, this procedure allows the surgeon to position your jaw m...

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