Simply put, a “gummy smile” results when too much gum tissue is showing. This excessive gingival display can negatively affect the aesthetics of your smile. However, a gummy smile can be fixed through various treatments, depending on the cause. Read on to find out more about the causes of a “gummy smile” and the treatments […]
Why Invisalign Is a Good Choice for Your Child
Does your child have crooked teeth, but does not want to wear traditional metal braces? Have you considered Invisalign braces or other brands of invisible braces? Are you hesitant because you think they’re just for adults? Invisalign is a safe and highly effective orthodontic solution for kids. In fact, there are Invisalign aligners designed just […]
Nitrous Oxide: Is It Safe in Pediatric Dentistry?
For parents and children alike, going to the dentist can be a stressful experience, especially if significant treatments are necessary. If you find this is the case in your family, trust the team at PureSmile in Shanghai. We’ll ensure your family’s next visit to the dentist is a smooth one. Pediatric sedation dentistry options, including […]
A Parent’s Guide to General Anesthesia in Dentistry
Visiting the dentist can be an overwhelming experience for a child. Extensive dental treatment, such as multiple fillings or crowns, can bring about much anxiety for children and parents. Additionally, a frightened, hesitant, or overly-active child can make it challenging for the dentist to safely and effectively care for their teeth. General anesthesia can make […]
A Beautiful Smile is the New Social Status Signal
“Smile and the whole world smiles with you.” But if you aren’t confident smiling, people can easily pick up on that and use it as a signal of your overall confidence. If your teeth are misaligned, discolored or otherwise unhealthy, it will be quite difficult to smile confidently. According to Malcolm Gladwell, a prominent sociologist […]
7 Things You Can Do for Successful Treatment
1. Clean Your Teeth and Braces It’s more important than ever to keep your teeth clean when you’re wearing braces. We recommend that you use the following tools: Toothbrushes (both the manual and power kind) Fluoride toothpaste Fluoride rinse Dental floss Interproximal brush – It’s a tiny, disposable brush that’s small enough to slip […]
How to Transfer to a New Orthodontist in 9 Steps
Every week at PureSmile we receive inquiries from prospective patients wondering about transferring their child’s orthodontic treatment to one of our doctors. We seem to receive a disproportionate amount of email from these transfer patients, though it is easy to understand their interest. There are a number of factors that might make them anxious: Is […]
