Parker Dental & Orthodontics Blog

There are many things from your childhood that you wish you had now. Nap time jumps to the top of the list. There are certain shows you used to watch, and the memories still make you wistful. One thing you’re happy to keep in the past is metal braces. The kids who had them always seemed so uncomfortable, and it was all you could focus on when they spoke. You’ve been thinking about them more and more lately, however. As you look in the mirror today, you realize your teeth really could have used them, because they are quite crooked. You can’t imagine getting braces as an adult, though. Braces are so infantilizing; it’s just not the impression you want to make with people. Well now you don’t have to because of Invisalign in West Mobile from Parker Dental and Orthodontics. (more…)

Living with crooked or misaligned teeth definitely takes its toll on your confidence. You may feel embarrassed about talking and smiling in front of others and it’s always on your mind. Did you know that your misaligned teeth are also affecting your oral health? The good news is that West Mobile orthodontics can help! Your team at Parker Dental & Orthodontics has solutions for you.

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Your smile is a powerful tool because it gives you confidence, which can take you to the next level in both your personal and professional relationships. Did you know that people who have healthy and beautiful teeth are perceived as happier and more successful? Are you satisfied with the appearance of your smile? If there are aspects of it you’d like to improve, cosmetic dentistry can help. Here’s how you can improve your lifestyle with cosmetic dentistry in Hurley.

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After the week you’ve had, you’ve earned this. Nothing quite makes the week melt away like sipping a cool drink by the pool. It’s been entirely too long since you’ve gotten to make yourself a cocktail. This week was particularly stressful because you spent the majority of it giving presentations to coworkers and clients. You can handle this in small batches, but too much can really wear you out. You start to worry about the little things, like if they are going to notice your crooked teeth. You feel like you missed the boat for braces when you were younger, and now it might be too late. You can’t imagine seeing clients with those huge braces you remember other kids having when you were younger. They’d ask you to find an adult. Fortunately, you have a host of options from the orthodontist in Vancleave. (more…)

The loss of one or more of your teeth not only affects your appearance, but also your oral health. Without a replacement, your remaining teeth may begin to shift into the open space, putting them at risk for fractures and damage. When your teeth shift your bite becomes misaligned, causing problems with your jaw joint. When your root is missing your jawbone will begin to deteriorate, which puts your remaining teeth at risk for further loss. The good news is that dental implants may be the solution for you! Here we’ll learn more about the benefits of dental implants.

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Headaches, clenching and grinding, and protection during sports are only a few of the benefits that oral appliances can offer. Your dentist can custom design an oral appliance to meet your specific needs and lifestyle. Here we’ll talk more about some of the conditions that oral appliances can help with and how they offer an improved lifestyle.

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