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For most patients, the attachments that work in tandem with Invisalign aligners will not be needed. However, some cases require your orthodontist to call on the help of attachments in order to move your teeth into the desired position. As a patient, it is understandable that you might be a little curious about this. After all, Invisalign is supposed to be invisible, is it not? Even with these attachments, you should still be able to retain a measure of discreetness when wearing your aligners.

Your teeth may resemble bones in appearance and they may be the strongest substance in the body, even stronger than bone — but unlike your bones your teeth cannot heal once broken. This is why it is so alarming when to hear that 1 in 4 adults admit that they generally only brush once a day. Your bones don't need your assistance to remain in good condition as they pretty much regulate themselves; however, when it comes to your teeth, it is up to you to ensure that they remain clean and intact for as long as possible.

No matter how well you clean your teeth with a toothbrush, if you aren't in the habit of flossing, you may experience a build up of plaque between two of your teeth. When this happens, the bacteria that thrive within the plaque erode the enamel of your teeth by producing acid after metabolising the sugars and carbohydrates that you consume. Eventually, a cavity will form between the teeth; that is to say, both teeth will begin to decay at the same time due to the proximity of the plaque.

Most people have heard jaws click, either their own or someone else's, but clicking teeth? Some people refer to it as a "popping" sound rather than a clicking sound but regardless of the type of noise, under certain conditions, teeth do produce sound from time to time. You may have heard this clicking sound when pressing your tongue against a tooth, or after sipping a cold drink. Whatever the case, you are no doubt wondering about this strange phenomenon.

When preparing for a night out with friends, the last thing most people might think about is the well-being of their teeth. After all, you are going out to drink alcohol, not to binge on cakes, soft drinks and chocolate. However, it isn't the alcohol alone that causes damage to your teeth—it is what the alcohol makes you do that causes the most costly damage. Next time you plan to drink alcohol with friends, remind everyone that your teeth need as much care as your body before and during a painful hangover.

Toddlers who have seen their first teeth come through need to establish a healthy regime in order to make sure that they last until their adult teeth start to arrive. This usually happens at about the age of six or seven, so some people mistakenly think that little care is required because so-called baby teeth do not need to last very long. However, if children lose their baby teeth prematurely, then their adult teeth often do not come through in the correct manner.

Good health isn't isolated to a single part of the body. In fact, your whole body health can have a massive impact on your oral health—and vice versa. For example, poor oral hygiene increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. But one of the most overlooked connections between a healthy habit and a beautiful smile is how bad sleeping habits hurt oral health. Below, this article lists four of the most common oral health issues that can arise due to poor sleeping habits.

If you've just had dentures fitted, you're probably thrilled with your new smile. After all, dentures can turn the most ordinary teeth into a thing of wonder. On top of that, dentures can improve speaking, chewing, and the general comfort level inside your mouth. However, this isn't usually apparent straight away; most denture wearers find that their new teeth feel unnatural when they are first fitted and need a little adjustment time before they feel right.