Tuesday, August 11th, 2009
Straight teeth are healthier teeth. It is common during a hygiene examination to overhear conversation about healthy teeth. It is surprising for most to find out that straight teeth are healthier than crooked teeth. How is that so? Well if we look closely at straight teeth we find all the teeth lined up evenly without any overlap between the teeth. This allows all surfaces of the teeth to be cleaned. When teeth are crooked, the teeth overlap each other making it hard to clean in between. Also, straight teeth wear evenly across the edges. Crooked teeth, all at different levels and position wear unevenly. Crooked teeth that overlap and are at different positions are more prone to decay, gum disease and wear. Straightening crooked teeth can be easily achieved with Invisalign. Our goal is to provide our patients with choices to maintain optimal dental health. Having straight teeth is one way to achieve optimal health.
Tags: Crooked Teeth, Healthy Teeth, Invisalign, Straighter Teeth
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Friday, July 17th, 2009
Smoking and tobacco-products are amount the most important health related hazards. Cigarette smoking poses a major risk factor for diseases including lung cancer, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease and oral cancer. An estimated 50% of advanced gum disease is attributable to smoking. Smokers respond poorly to gum treatment and are at a greater risk for gum disease. Smokers are 2.5-3 times more likely to develop gum disease. How smoking affects the color of your teeth is an apparent issue. Our office can provide numerous ways from tooth whitening to smile makeovers with porcelain veneers to improve the appearance of your teeth.
Tags: Discolored teeth, Gum Disease, Smoking
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