Curious of Smile Changing as you age? | 5 FACTS in 2020 1

Curious of Smile Changing as you age? | 5 FACTS in 2020

As you grow older, you may notice that your smile changing in a variety of ways. In addition to tooth decay, you might have gum disease, bad breath or alveolar bone loss. Your facial structure can also change as part of the natural progress of aging, leading to sagging jowls, wrinkles around the lips or hollow cheeks. In this post, we’ll show you what happens to your teeth over age and how to prevent bad oral health in your twilight years. Let’s get cracking

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Can Orthodontics Really Fail? | WHY-WHO-WHEN

Can orthodontics fail? Fixing crooked teeth or a misaligned bite takes time, money and serious effort on the part of everyone involved. Considering that your smile is one of your main features, the last thing you want to do is mess it up or watch as your orthodontic treatment fails. While you may hear someone complain about how their treatment went, the truth is that there are far more satisfied patients than there are ones who experience a failed treatment.

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How Thumb Sucking Damages Teeth (3 Ways To Stop It)

Every one of us has seen it at some point. An adorable young child, thumb jammed firmly in their mouth. And another arm wrapped around their favorite stuffed animal. Their eyes are closed, their cheeks are suckling gently, and they look completely and totally at peace. Maybe you take out your phone and snap a picture or two, smiling as you wish for that kind of innocence and peace.

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Chronic Health Conditions & Extra Dental Care [2019 FACTS]

Children with long-term health issues require special care. While you may carefully monitor your child’s health by attending extra doctor’s appointments and watching for new symptoms, you may be unaware of the effects that their condition has on their oral health. Many of the most common chronic health conditions that children face create changes in their mouth that require you to prioritize helping them pay extra attention to their teeth and gums.

 

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The Real Effects of Sugary Snacks on Teeth (EPIC FACTS) 2

The Real Effects of Sugary Snacks on Teeth (EPIC FACTS)

What you eat can make a stark difference in preventing cavities from forming and reducing the number of dental procedures needed to correct problems with the teeth, gum, and jawbone. Sugary foods, including sugary snacks and beverages, can create dental problems for toddlers, children, teenagers, and adults. Persons wearing dental appliances such as expanders, braces, aligners, or retainers are even more vulnerable. These are orthodontic treatments designed to straighten crooked teeth and correct jaw misalignment.

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7 Remarkable Vitamins and Minerals (for Healthy Teeth) 3

7 Remarkable Vitamins and Minerals (for Healthy Teeth)

Everyone wants a bright, white, beautiful, healthy smile! Yet like many, you may be understandably confused about what you need to be doing to get it and maintain it. Regular preventative care plus orthodontic treatment can provide you with the healthy mouth and straight teeth you feel proud to show off. But there is more to it than this – you also need to be sure your teeth are getting nourished with the right vitamins and minerals. In this post, learn about seven of the most important vitamins and minerals for healthy teeth, gums and mouth!

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Effects of Vaping (on Teeth)

Effects of vaping on teeth. Tobacco users are often concerned with the effects of smoking on their teeth. Many will switch to using vaporizers as an alternative. Vaping is often thought of as safer, but is that really the case? If you have recently started using a vape, this is how it might be affecting your oral health.

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