An overbite is one of the most common malocclusions. If Drs. Burk and Flinn and our team have diagnosed you with an overbite, you probably have lots of questions. Let’s try to answer some of them! Just what is an “overbite”? A malocclusion is another way of saying that you have a problem with your…
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Even with the best of care, accidents can happen, and your retainer, unfortunately, is not immune. Of course, you need to visit our Rockville and Olney, MD office ASAP if your retainer is damaged, but, in the meantime, there are some strategies you can use to help your teeth—and your retainer—stay as healthy as possible…
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If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your lips, tongue, and jaw, helping you avoid or minimize many of the injuries caused by collisions. But you don’t have to be part of the…
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Let’s see… Toothbrush? Check. Fluoride toothpaste? Check. Floss? Check. Two minutes of thorough brushing? Check. Careful cleaning around your brackets and wires? Check. Wait… there’s something else… it’s right on the tip of your… Ah! Your tongue! Whenever you brush, morning, evening, or any time in between, if you want the freshest breath and cleanest…
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