Why Are My New Dentures Cracking the Corners of My Mouth?
I received new dentures about two months ago. Since then, the corners of my mouth have stayed red and cracked. Sometimes they split open when I yawn or try to take a large bite. I’ve tried lip balm, petroleum jelly, and an over-the-counter cream, but nothing has cleared it up for long. The dentures also […]
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Clear Choice Implants Ruined My Face
I went to a Clear Choice Dental Implant Center for an All-on-4 procedure. Since the surgery, my face looks completely different. Here’s what has changed: My cheeks are hollow looking The skin around my mouth sags, making me look ancient My upper lip seems longer and turns downward One side of my nose looks a […]
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Why Does My Tooth Keep Cracking Around an Old Filling?
I was eating at a restaurant and had a filling crack. Now I’m afraid to eat anything on that side and it has become sensitive. When I went to get this fixed, my dentist says I need a crown now. He’s suggesting a CEREC crown. How can this happen? Part of me is wondering if […]
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My Teeth Stay Yellow Even with Whitening
I brush twice after every meal and floss, yet my teeth are still yellow. I added whitestrips. Still yellow. Is the only way to keep white teeth to go to a dentist every six month and have them whitened, the way my neighbor does? She makes me feel hideous whenever she smiles. What am I […]
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