Sodium lauryl sulfate is a common (and, for many, notorious) ingredient in toothpaste. Why is it used, and how does it work?
Fluoride Toothpastes vs. Hydroxyapatite Toothpastes – What's the Real Difference? | The Toothpaste Trilogy, Part II
Dentist Anne Lahnalammi explains what hydroxyapatite is and whether hydroxyapatite toothpaste can replace fluoride-containing toothpastes.
Why Is There Fluoride in Toothpaste? | The Toothpaste Trilogy, Part I
What are the benefits of fluoride in toothpaste? Fluoride toothpaste is a relatively new invention, but an all the more important one.
Gum Recession – What Causes It and How Is It Treated?
A dentist specializing in periodontology explains how to recognize receding gums, what problems they cause, and how they are treated.
Why are wisdom teeth removed?
Dentist Sakari Ebeling explains why wisdom teeth usually need to be removed and whether their removal is painful.
When should a child’s bite be checked?
Many parents wonder at what stage they should have their child’s teeth examined by an orthodontist. As an orthodontist, my advice is that it’s a good idea to monitor the development of the bite from an early age. A timely examination…
The role of X-rays and digital copies in orthodontic treatment planning
X-ray images and digital copies, together with photographs of the patient's face and inside of the mouth, enable documentation of the initial situation and accurate diagnosis.
Can orthodontic treatment fail? A specialist dentist explains how to ensure success.
Orthodontic treatment is one of the most precise and long-term forms of dental care. When teeth are moved millimeter by millimeter toward the correct position for both bite and smile, it is natural to ask: what if the end result is not as desired?
Can you see the braces? An orthodontist gives you the green light to smile—and kiss
"What if the braces are visible, should I be careful about smiling?" This is one of the most common questions I get in my office. Smiling is much more than just a matter of appearance—it is related to identity, interaction, and presentation. The idea of visible braces may therefore raise even more thoughts than other aspects of the orthodontic treatment.
Does orthodontic treatment hurt? A specialist dentist answers
Pain is always a personal experience. However, if you are being sold completely painless orthodontic treatment, this may not necessarily be entirely true. For kids and teens, removable appliances are sometimes used for orthodontic treatment, which can be totally painless, but orthodontic treatment for adults is rarely painless.
How long does orthodontic treatment take?
Many people consider orthodontic treatment but hesitate because they do not know how long the treatment will take. Many people interested in orthodontic treatment also consider the duration of the retention phase, i.e., maintenance treatment.
Correcting your smile is not just an aesthetic smile enhancement
The common perception of orthodontic treatment is that it is mainly about straightening teeth and creating a more beautiful smile. But orthodontics is about a much broader picture: balancing the function of the bite, jaws and whole mouth and, at its best, even opening up the airways.