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Do Genetics Influence Oral Health?

February 1, 2019

Filed under: Dental Tips — Tags: crooked teeth, DNA, genes, genetic, genetics, gum disease, hereditary, inherit, misaligned teeth, Oral Cancer, traits — lobodds @ 7:09 am

We’ve all heard about growing scientific evidence of the effects our genetic makeup may have on a predisposition for certain diseases such as diabetes or heart disease. But what about dental diseases? Have you inherited a genetic inclination for cavities, periodontal disease, crooked teeth, or oral cancer?

You might be surprised to learn what the latest studies have to say about the connection between your genes and your oral health. What part of your oral health is actually in your control?

Genes and cavities

Are genetics a significant factor when it comes to developing cavities? Yes and no. Cavities are caused by bacteria. Sugar in the foods we eat feed the different types of bacteria that live on our teeth. The acid these bacteria produce is what erodes enamel and causes cavities.

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Wedding Planning – Getting Your Smile Ready for the Big Day

January 1, 2019

Filed under: Dental Tips — Tags: cosmetic, engaged, engagement, Invisalign, married, teeth whitening, Veneers, wedding, wedding planning, whiter smile, whiter teeth — lobodds @ 7:02 am

You’ve finally found the ONE! Wedding planning is underway. There are invitations to design, choosing the bridal party and wedding clothes, deciding which wedding venue to use, and getting to taste-test all those yummy wedding cakes. It’s a day you will remember for the rest of your life, and you want to get everything absolutely perfect.

Getting a talented photographer to document your big day is, of course, imperative. After all, those photos will live on in family albums forever. But even more important than getting the best photographer is making sure your smile is its best!

What can you do to make sure your smile is wedding photo ready? Here are some fast and affordable dental options that will do the job.

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What Causes Receding Gums?

December 3, 2018

Filed under: Dental Tips — Tags: gaps, gingival, gum disease, gums, pockets, receding gums, tobacco — lobodds @ 7:24 am

Receding gums refers to gum tissue that has begun to pull away from the tooth structure, thus exposing more of the tooth and tooth root. What causes gum recession? Should you be alarmed if it happens to you? And can receding gums be fixed?

Left untreated, gum recession could make the tooth root or even bone tissue completely vulnerable—risking damage to the tooth nerve, losing the tooth, or a more severe infection! In this article, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, and real solutions for the condition known as receding gums.

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Giving to Others Can Help You Live a Healthier and Happier Life

November 2, 2018

Filed under: Dental Tips — Tags: gifts, giving, gratitude, happiness, kindness, stress, thankful — lobodds @ 8:19 am

Who hasn’t heard the adage, “There is more happiness in giving than in receiving”? Recent studies have shown that not only are givers happier, they are also living longer and healthier lives!

Researchers have recently looked into what is known as the “helper’s high” – that warm fuzzy feeling you get from helping others – and how it affects us emotionally and physically. Since this is a time of the year when people are thinking about gratitude and giving back, let’s talk about some of the ways having a giving spirit can benefit you.

Benefits of giving

We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.”
~Winston Churchill

In everyday life, many people volunteer — whether it’s serving at soup kitchens, cleaning up litter, taking seniors to the grocery store, or helping a next-door neighbor. These people are motivated by an unselfish desire to help others with no thought of repayment. Nevertheless, there are dividends to be reaped from having a giving spirit. Here are just a few:

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Fall Food Favorites That Are Good for Your Teeth

October 1, 2018

Filed under: Dental Tips — Tags: apples, autumn, cranberries, diet, fall foods, healthy food, Pinterest, pumpkin, pumpkin spice, recipes, smoothie — lobodds @ 8:27 am

There are a lot of things to love about the fall season: cooler weather, beautifully colored foliage, and the kids being back in school! But one of the highlights for most of us is the special foods we look forward to enjoying each autumn.

Being honest, we’d have to admit that most of the foods we associate with fall holidays and festivals aren’t very good for our teeth. But did you know there are some delicious Fall foods that are good for you?

Fall food favorites to enjoy

Here are a few foods that will let you enjoy the warm and cozy feeling of autumn while enhancing your oral health!

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