Friday, September 27, 2013

Diet and Eating

Restrictive diets and poor eating habits can deprive you of the vitamins and nutrients necessary for a beautiful smile. It's especially important to get enough folate, B vitamins, protein, calcium, and vitamin C-all of which are considered essential for healthy teeth and gums. 

Poor nutrition can affect your entire immune system, increasing your susceptibility to many disorders and infections, including periodontal disease.

Monday, September 23, 2013

Hot Drinks

Black tea and coffee contain stain-promoting tannins that lodge into the pits and grooves of the tooth enamel, producing a rough, stained surface, which is sticky and can retain decay-producing bacteria. 

Consume such beverages in moderation, drink more water every day, and add milk to your coffee or tea to help neutralize the acids.

Friday, September 20, 2013

Aging

As you age, you're more susceptible to decay near old fillings or root surfaces unprotected by receding gums. But, there's no reason you can't keep your teeth. 

Oral disease-not aging per se-is the danger. And if you have arthritis, there are dental products that can make brushing and flossing less painful.

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Porcelain crowns

A porcelain crown is a natural looking restoration that can be used when a tooth’s structure is too damaged or weak to accept a filling. With today’s advanced technology we can now provide a crown that looks and feels like your natural teeth! 

To learn more about porcelain crowns click this link: http://www.standishsmiles.com/porcelain-crowns/?phpMyAdmin=52WGY71XxO4ae3KlM3o%2CpyDAQg6