Oral Health Link to Whole Body Health: A Blog
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Those Vexing Veneers: Why Is Your Dental Veneer Loose?
The principle behind a dental veneer couldn't be simpler. Whatever the tooth's imperfection—whether it's misshapen or permanently discoloured in a way that can't be reversed with teeth whitening—a veneer simply covers the problem. These workhorses of cosmetic dentistry are simply tooth-shaped (and tooth-coloured), incredibly thin shells bonded to the tooth's outward-facing surface. They're usually made of porcelain, although acrylic is also possible. Of course, if something is bonded, it's also possible for it to debond.
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4 Benefits of Regular Childhood Dental Visits
Childhood dental visits are important to not only keep kids' teeth free from cavities but also to prevent a whole range of oral health problems. Here are four good reasons to regularly take your kids to a local dental practice so a dentist can check their teeth. 1. Healthy Teeth During a dental visit, a dentist checks for the early signs of cavity development. They can place a filling in a cavity before it becomes painful to prevent the decay from spreading deeper into the tooth.
You may have heard that cavities and oral decay are linked to things like heart disease, and, in fact, your oral health affects your entire body. Hi! My name is Brenda, and I like to look at things holistically. Because of that, I created this blog. I plan for its posts to look at the link between dental issues and other health issues. I hope that the people who visit this blog learn a few tips about oral care as well as gaining a deeper understanding of why it's so important. Healthy smiles indicate a healthy body, and I hope this blog helps you achieve both!