What to Do if Your Dentures Break, and How to Avoid It Happening

Posted on 22 June 2017

People who wear dentures rely on these small prosthetics for more than just eating. In addition to helping you chew food properly, dentures are often closely tied to your self-esteem, helping you to smile confidently and talk without feeling self-conscious. So it's no surprise that, your dentures breaking can have quite a devastating effect on the way you feel. For many people, it can leave them not wanting to go out and see anyone, as it seems as though everyone will notice and that they'll be judged. [Read More]

How In-House Dental Technology has Revolutionised Procedures

Posted on 21 June 2017

Have you ever looked at all those pieces of equipment in your dentist's surgery and wondered what each one can do? Consider yourself to be quite fortunate to live in an era where technology has made the dentist's job a lot easier and your visit a lot more pleasant: all of these different machines contribute to this. In years gone by, it would likely take a lot longer to provide you with a replacement dental implant than it does now, but what item of technology in particular really helps with this? [Read More]

Notable Benefits of Porcelain Veneers for Dental Flaws

Posted on 21 June 2017

If you are considering improving the appearance of your tooth to enhance your overall appeal and boost your confidence, you will find there are a myriad of treatments that you could choose. Tooth whitening is one of the more popular solutions that people will seek, but this only works to remedy stained teeth. If you have other imperfections to deal with such as cracks, chips and more, you should opt for porcelain veneers. [Read More]

How to Use a Little-Known Method to Floss Your Teeth More Effectively

Posted on 21 June 2017

When you visit your dentist, he or she will tell you that it is equally as important to floss each day, as it is to brush your teeth. Yet the retail industry seems to forget this, as you will often see a dizzying array of tooth brushes and toothpaste on a shop shelf, but not a lot of options when it comes to flossing materials. As these are both vital to your oral health, why should you overlook this option, and what can you do to make it a little easier, if you struggle with technique? [Read More]

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Tooth Tips for Later Life

If you're looking for dental tips for seniors, you've come to the right place. I'm Marge, and I've started this blog to help other over-55s like myself keep their smiles looking great in their later years. The more years go by, the more I learn that taking care of your teeth gets more difficult as you age. From dry mouth to dark teeth to dentures, this blog is here to provide you with tips on how to deal with all the tooth issues seniors face. Whether you're already in your golden years or you're just looking to make sure your teeth are still healthy when you get there, I hope you'll enjoy my dental advice.

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