Dan's Dentistry Blog
If you’ve recently been fitted for dentures and are a bit apprehensive about the prospect of wearing them, read on for some tips which should help you to adjust to wearing your new dental device.
Understand the importance of cleaning your dentures
Most people are well aware that they need to brush and floss their real teeth at least twice a day. However, it might surprise you to learn that you will need to clean your dentures even more thoroughly than your non-artificial teeth. Read More»
Instinctively part of our gestures and body language, our smile is a focus for everyone we meet. The unspoken communication of a warm and approachable expression sends a clear message to people that we are ready to interact with them. A winning smile tends to bring greater professional success – whether in the boardroom, office or marketplace. For example, as a leadership technique, smiling can be more effective than mere power or responsibility. Read More»
It can feel like some animals have an advantage over humans when it comes to their teeth. You know how rats need to regularly gnaw on something? That’s because their incisors are kind of like your fingernails. They just keep on growing, so if there’s any damage to their teeth, it quickly grows out. Sounds rather convenient, doesn’t it? Shark’s teeth are continually falling out and being regrown. In fact, some types of sharks might replace 35,000 teeth during their lifetime. Read More»
While veneers can improve the cosmetic appearance of your teeth, they may also come with some side effects such as an increase in tooth sensitivity. When you had your veneers fitted, your dentist may have removed some of the enamel from the front of your teeth to make room for the veneer shells to fit snugly. Losing some of this protective enamel may make your teeth more sensitive than usual. Read More»
