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Are bad teeth hereditary?
This is a tricky answer, because even if one has "bad teeth", there is a lot they can do to help
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Why does gum recession cause teeth to feel so sensitive?
Your gums cover the lower portion of your teeth, which is where the roots reside. This part of a
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Is tooth whitening safe for children?
My specialty is cosmetic dentistry, and I do my share of tooth whitening. I will say that it's
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Can I tell if I have gum disease by checking my gums?
Although nobody should self-diagnose 100%, gum disease definitely leaves clues. Amongst them
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What's the minimum amount of time I should brush my teeth?
I'll add to what my colleagues here have said - two minutes is your target. There really is no
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Can composite dental veneers be performed on children?
The official answer is "yes" - as long as the child has all of their adult teeth in, veneers can
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Does insurance cover composite dental veneers?
Sadly, no, in most cases, it will not. Dental insurance almost never covers cosmetic procedures,
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Does insurance cover porcelain dental veneers?
Sadly, in most cases, no. Veneers (either porcelain or composite) are almost always a cosmetic
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What are the benefits of ceramic veneers?
A beautiful smile. That's the main benefit of ceramic veneers (aka porcelain veneers), and it's
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What costs more, veneers or crowns?
They are actually fairly similar in time spent, so the price is going to be pretty close. I will... Full Answer12/31/1969
How long do composite dental veneers last?
It's hard to say, because everyone is different, and if you insist on biting jawbreakers every
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Are there alternatives to flossing?
Yes, there are several alternatives to flossing.
For me, the best alternative is
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Will getting composite dental veneers hurt?
Typically, no. We do have to buff your teeth a bit to make room for them, but that is fairly
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What are composite dental veneers?
Composite dental veneers are thin slices of composite resin that go over the front of your
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What are porcelain dental veneers?
Porcelain veneers (sometimes simply referred to as "veneers") are thin slices of porcelain that
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