The pros and cons of dental veneers: 3 benefits and 3 risks
Dental veneers place a thin layer of restorative material, usually porcelain (ceramic), over the front of the teeth to improve their colour, shape, size, mild misalignment and small areas of damage. Because porcelain is close to natural teeth in translucency, colour and texture, it is often used to improve the appearance of the front teeth.
How mouth breathing affects jaw growth: 3 key points
Humans should breathe mainly through the nose, with the tongue resting lightly against the palate and the lips closed. This oral posture is important for the normal development of the jaws and dental arches. If mouth breathing replaces nasal breathing over the long term, the position of the tongue, the strength of the lip muscles and the forces on the upper and lower jaws all change, which can affect tooth alignment, jaw shape and face structure.
What is an impacted maxillary canine, and why does it happen?
The maxillary (upper) canine, commonly called the "tiger tooth" in Cantonese, guides the bite and shapes the natural curve of the smile. When it fails to erupt and stays inside the bone or gum during growth, the condition is called an impacted maxillary canine.