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  • What You Need To Know About Oral Health Changes That Occur Later In Life

    Are you approaching the age of 60? If so, you are likely concerned about preserving your health. Some seniors fail to understand the importance of their dental health. The following are a few dental changes you might experience as you age. Dry Mouth Hormonal imbalance happens to many people as they age. These imbalances can change a number of bodily functions. This is why some people start to notice that they have frequent bouts of dry mouth.
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  • Your Guide To Impacted Wisdom Teeth

    Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars to grow in, typically in adolescence and young adulthood. Unfortunately, these teeth are the most likely to become impacted as they grow in. When a tooth is impacted, this means that it has grown in sideways or tilted. Ultimately, it is positioned incorrectly because it does not have enough room to grow in properly. Sometimes this is painless, and sometimes it is incredibly difficult to endure.
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  • 3 Ways Seniors Can Benefit From Cosmetic Dentistry

    If you are a senior, you may think of cosmetic dentistry as various treatments reserved for younger patients. However, cosmetic dentistry serves many purposes that can improve your quality of life at any age. If your teeth are beginning to weaken and shift with age, you should consider some of the many benefits that cosmetic dentistry can offer you.  A More Youthful Facial Structure  When teeth fall out or are removed, the bone structure in your jaw will slowly deteriorate, causing a sunken, hollow appearance in your cheeks.
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  • Lost A Lot Of Teeth Suddenly? Partial Dentures Can Protect Your Appearance

    If you were in an accident (such as a car crash) that caused you to lose a large number of teeth on the top or bottom, you need to get them replaced as soon as you can. Failure to do so will change the way you look and can be hard to repair afterward. Partial dentures are probably your best option for avoiding this problem. Tooth Loss Will Affect The Shape Of Your Face
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  • When Your Teeth Change Colors

    Having a colorful wardrobe is great. Having colorful teeth is not. If your teeth take on some vivid hues, you need to do some research to find out the reason why. No matter what shade they are, you can find treatment for this discoloration.  Yellowish  Few people have gleaming white teeth naturally, but your teeth should not be really yellow. Often, consuming certain foods or drinks can lead to discoloration. Tea, coffee, and red wine are frequent culprits and can usually be corrected by whitening using either OTC products or by having your dentist treat you in the office.
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  • New Braces: 4 Rubber Band Color Options To Help Match Classic Halloween Costumes

    As children prepare to get braces for the first time, they often consider how the designs and features will look for different events and holidays. If the new braces are being placed in the mouth around October, then the child will likely consider how the braces will blend into Halloween costumes. By communicating with an orthodontist, your child can plan out themed rubber bands to go on teeth just in time for Halloween.
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  • Have Sensitive Teeth? 3 Reasons To Give Laser Dentistry A Try

    When you have sensitive teeth, a trip to the dentist may leave you out of commission for longer than you would like. Being unable to eat, drink, or move your mouth without being in significant pain might make you think twice about scheduling vital dental services, which can ultimately lead to more issues. Try laser dentistry if you have sensitive teeth and want to change the way that you look at dentists.
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  • 2 Tips To Prevent The Fit Of Your Dentures From Changing While Wearing Them

    If you wear dentures for an extended period of time, then you may begin to notice signs of bone loss. The bone loss results from wearing dentures frequently. The bone loss will change the shape and size of your mouth; therefore, your dentures may feel loose. This issue is fairly common and can be fixed with the help of your dentist. However, dentures that change in shape and size cannot be fixed.
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  • Are You A Binge Drinker? Know How Alcohol Can Cause Damage To Your Teeth

    When you consume too much of something, chances are that it will have a negative effect on your body in some way. While many people are aware of the dangers of alcohol, you may not know the effect it can have on your oral health. Be aware of these four potential problems. Dry Mouth Consuming alcohol is a cause of xerostomia, a condition associated with dry mouth. It reduces the amount of saliva you produce, which can make you feel dehydrated.
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  • Signs Of Infection Following Wisdom Tooth Surgery

    Most people have wisdom teeth that grow in when they are teenagers or in their early 20's. In many cases, these wisdom teeth are removed. Not only do they fail to serve any real purpose in the back of the mouth, but they also rarely have enough space to grow properly. As a result, they often cause overcrowding or grow in crooked. In most cases, recovery from wisdom tooth removal is simple.
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