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Smile Yourself Healthy

Did you know smiling and laughing are actually healthy for you? It’s true! As well as being attractive; smiling and laughing are beneficial to your entire well-being!

The activity of smiling releases natural antidepressant chemicals from your brain, beneficial to your entire being. Laughing also has a direct affect on the body. The popular saying “laughing makes good blood” is scientifically accurate. When we laugh, it produces rapid rhythmical contractions of the diaphragm. These contractions; stimulate abdominal organs and pulmonary function, modify breathing and heart rate.

The psychological value of smiling and laughing is just as impressive. These activities release inner tension and repressed tendencies. When a person is tired or unhappy, it is better to relax through smiling and / or laughing than any other non-active means.

Smiling impacts our every day lives – personally, professionally and socially. When you are ashamed of your smile, you either hide it or you do not smile as much. Today through the continual advancements in the field of Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry, your dream smile is now closer than you think. Contact our dental practice today and speak with one of our dedicated team members about transforming your teeth into a healthy, natural smile.

Am I A Candidate for a Smile Makeover?

If you answer “yes” to any of the following questions, a Smile Makeover may be beneficial to you.

• Do you dislike the appearance of your smile?
• Are you embarrassed to smile?
• Do you cover your mouth when your smile or laugh?
• Do you feel that you show too many or too few teeth when you smile or laugh?
• Do you show too much gum when you smile or laugh?
• Do you feel that your teeth are too long or too short?
• Do you feel that your teeth are too wide or too narrow?
• Do you feel that your teeth are too square or too round?
• Do you feel that your smile holds you back in your personal or professional life?
• When you look in the mirror are you conscious of any defects to your teeth or gums?
• Do you wish your teeth were whiter?
• Are your teeth crooked or uneven, chipped or broken?
• Are you missing teeth or have unsightly gaps between your teeth?
• Do you require extensive dental restorations or treatment?

A Smile Makeover can transform the way you look and feel – heightening your confidence, self-esteem and facial appearance. A Smile Makeover can change your life. Contact us today for your Smile Consultation.

Why is Root Canal Treatment so important and what happens after the Surgery?

It used to be that if a tooth was infected or the nerve in the tooth was dying, the tooth would have to be extracted. Today, because of a procedure known as root canal treatment the infection can be treated, the injured nerve taken out and the pain associated with such symptoms alleviated.

A common reason for root canal treatment is an infected or abscessed tooth, which may result from a deep cavity, periodontal disease, or even a fractured tooth. Sometimes trauma like a sharp blow to the mouth can result in damage to the pulp (nerve) of the tooth. Should you have symptoms such as swelling, sensitivity to hot and cold or discomfort on touching your tooth, a dentist should be consulted immediately.

Root canal treatment removes the pulp tissue, which is composed of a nerve and blood supply within the tooth. After all the material has been removed from within the root, the canal or canals (if it is a multi rooted tooth) are sterilized and sealed with a material that prevents bacteria from re-entering.

Because a root canal removes everything which feeds the tooth and keeps it alive, the tooth will become very brittle after a period of time. This time period varies from person to person. It is for this reason that the tooth should be restored as quickly as possible and your dentist might recommend that a post and a crown be placed as a final restoration. Back teeth are usually crowned or capped shortly after a root canal has been performed to prevent the tooth from shattering due to the pressure put on it by chewing.

Root canal work is not uncomfortable, and in some instances can be performed in one visit. The discomfort associated with root canal is due to the infection associated with the need for the root canal. If there is recurring pain after the root canal has been started, or after it is completed be sure to notify your dentist as soon as possible.

The Importance of Wearing Mouthguards

A mouthguard is the very best protection you can offer your smile! Imperative during any form of contact sport; a properly fitting mouthguard can prevent broken teeth as well as injuries to the lips, tongue, face or jaw.

Accidents can happen at any time on the field. A mouthguard will help cushion the blow to your face, which otherwise may have resulted in tooth loss. Chips or broken teeth, nerve damage to a tooth or even tooth loss; are all much more likely to occur if you are not wearing a mouthguard.

Correctly fitting mouthguards will stay in place whilst you are wearing them; enabling you to breathe and talk as usual. Anyone who participates in a sport that carries a significant risk of injury should wear a mouthguard. This includes a wide range of sports like football, hockey, basketball, baseball, gymnastics and volleyball. A properly fitted mouthguard is especially important for people who wear braces or have fixed bridge work.

A blow to the face could damage the brackets or other fixed orthodontic appliances. A mouthguard also provides a barrier between the braces and your cheek or lips, limiting the risk of soft tissue injuries. Mouthguards are custom made for your individual dental needs. Contact our dental practice today and we will help you look after your teeth tomorrow.

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