As we get older suddenly we realised many things we didn't appreciate about being young - being fit, having smooth skin and having all your own teeth. As our loose teeth (and bridges) struggle to deal with chewier food we start eating bland mush and, there is no easy way to say this, OLD PEOPLE FOOD. I'm determined not to let that happen to me and I'm doing everything I can to keep my own teeth as long as possible, and when that's not possible to get the best possible teeth replacement. If you are like me and want to keep on eating whatever you want, I think you'll like my site. It's all about dental health and teeth replacement & maintenance.
Keeping your teeth young
Options Available When Seeking Tooth Replacement
23 February 2016
When you lose one or multiple teeth, it is imperative to seek out restorative treatment options. Depending on the number of teeth lost, you could end up having your ability to chew impaired. Additionally, gaps in your jawbone could lead to crowding or tipping of your other teeth. Not to mention that tooth loss could also affect your overall appearance, hence, dealing a blow to your self-esteem. One of the most efficient ways of ensuring that your oral health is not compromised is by opting for false teeth.
How to Prepare For a Child's First Dental Appointment
2 February 2016
Visiting the dentist for the first time can be a little intimidating for some children, especially if they don't know what to expect. Often, they are thrown into a new environment where a stranger tries to poke around in their teeth. It's no wonder that some kids play up or refuse to open their mouths at all. To make things easier for you, your little one and your dentist, take some time to prepare them for the first visit.
Do Mini Dental Implants Suit All Types of Teeth?
20 January 2016
Mini dental implants work in much the same way as regular dental implants but come with some advantages that may make them more appealing to some patients. According to Dental Guide Australia, these smaller implants typically require less treatment time and heal faster, making them potentially less invasive than conventional implants. A mini implant also typically costs around half as much as a regular implant, making it a lower cost solution for patients concerned about the cost of replacing missing teeth.
How to Take Good Care of Dentures
29 December 2015
Your natural teeth need to be taken care of to ensure good oral health. It is no different when you lose them and replace them with dentures. Dentures, just like your natural teeth, have to be kept in tiptop condition because they are fitted in the exact same place where natural teeth once existed. If you are getting dentures, be they partial or complete, you will need to learn how to take proper care of them.
What Makes Dentistry So Expensive?
10 December 2015
Practising medicine has become one of the most attractive careers in the modern world. Medicine offers a variety of fields for specialisation. Many have found dentistry lucrative and are using the practice to earn them a living. Unlike the dentists, patients find the practice rather unattractive to their pockets. Ever wonder why your medical bill is always sky-rocketing every time you visit the dentist? Here are a few reasons why they tend to be expensive.