Preparing for dental implants can be a confusing time, and you probably have a lot of questions. Although I am not a dentist, I have implants myself, and I did a ton of research before getting them. Now, I love my smile, and I want to share some of that joy with the rest of the world. A blog seemed like the perfect place to start. My name is Kiley, and I have created this blog as a place for you to get your questions answered about dental implants. Wondering what they're made of, how much they cost or have other questions? If so, you've come to the right place. I hope you find the info you need and that it helps your smile!
Posted on:
11 August 2017
If you have a tooth that is chipped, cracked or otherwise severely damaged, you might want to have it covered with a dental crown. A crown, or cap, is a type of covering that is put over a tooth and glued into place. Getting crowns is a very common dental procedure, and these crowns are typically not noticeable, so friends and family won't realize that you've gotten this procedure done.
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Posted on:
8 May 2017
Plaque is a colourless film of bacteria and sugars, and it helps cause decay and other oral health issues. When plaque is mixed with the minerals in your saliva and allowed to calcify, it becomes tartar, which fixes to your teeth and can only be removed by a dental professional. This is why it's so important to brush natural teeth each day.
However, not many people are aware of the fact that tartar can develop on implant dentures just as easily as it does on natural teeth.
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29 December 2016
Attempting to talk or eat whilst juggling a lower denture that has a mind of its own can drive a person crazy, not to mention leave them red with embarrassment. Even denture adhesive, which should hold a denture in place for up to 12 hours, often cannot stand up to the heat of hot drinks or soup and this makes dinner time even more of a challenge than it already was.
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Posted on:
13 December 2016
Children with crooked or poorly aligned teeth may find themselves needing braces to correct the shape and alignment of the teeth. However, the self-consciousness and discomfort that comes with wearing braces can derail your child or lower their self-esteem. Traditional braces are not the only option that can address teeth alignment in teenage children. As a parent, there are a few measures that you can take to prevent your kids from wearing braces and save them from the discomfort and self-esteem issues associated with them.
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