Month: May 2021

Getting used to dentures can take a while. During the first few weeks, it’s best to remove certain foods off your daily meals until you feel 100% comfortable.

Key takeaways:

• Stick to foods that don’t require much chewing, like porridge, soups, smoothies, yoghurt, and fish.
• Avoid hard foods and those that can stick to the teeth, like hard fruit, candy, apples, crusty bread, and nuts.
• Follow your dentist instructions to keep dentures in good condition.

Once you get used to your new dentures, you’ll able to eat everything you wish.

Read the full story here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/what-to-eat-when-learning-to-eat-with-dentures/ 

Tooth enamel damage can result in tooth sensitivity. Treatment from your dentist can ease your tooth sensitivity, although they may not be able to fully reverse the sensitivity.

Key takeaways:

• Sensitivity resulting from gum disease or cavities can usually be improved.
• Improvement may be more limited with sensitivity caused by enamel worn down over time through exposure to acidic foods and drink.
• Regular brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush can help prevent tooth sensitivity developing.

“Visiting your dentist is also an important part of protecting your tooth enamel and preventing oral health conditions that can lead to sensitive teeth, such as tooth decay and gum disease. The best treatment for tooth sensitivity is preventing it in the first place!”

Read the full story here

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/is-teeth-sensitivity-reversible/

Millions of people suffer from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder and this condition can cause a significant amount of pain. It may be caused by bruxism (inadvertently grinding your teeth), stress, or an improperly aligned bite. There are many treatments which can now be offered by a dentist or an orthodontist including:

• You could be prescribed an appliance which prevents you from grinding your teeth.
• It may be best to avoid specific foods.
• Surgery might be required in more advanced cases.

“If you suffer from TMJ discomfort, there are treatment options available, many of which are non-invasive.”

Read more about TMJ disorder here:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/how-does-a-dentist-treat-tmj/

Following a good oral care routine can help prevent conditions like gum disease and decay. But there are other good reasons to look after your teeth.

Key takeaways:

• Knowing that you have healthy teeth and gums can give you confidence to smile more often.
• This can communicate a positive impression to other people and make them feel drawn to you.
• Last but not least, smiles are contagious!

If you’re concerned about how your teeth look and this is stopping you from smiling often, it’s time to visit your dentist and find a solution.

Read the full story here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/why-your-smile-is-so-important/