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...to the first edition of our monthly e-newsletter.  Please let us know what you think.  We would also love to hear from you when you have suggestions for topics.  Our goal is to keep you informed of the latest advances and innovations in dentistry and medicine.  We hope this will be a comprehensive resource for promoting excellent health for your benefit.  

 Dental Implants: Are they for you?

Your teeth were designed to last a lifetime, but sometimes they don’t! Replacing missing teeth is important to your general health and to the health of your other teeth. Not only do you lose chewing ability when a tooth is lost, but unreplaced teeth can cause other teeth to be lost, tipped or crowded and create  subsequent problems. Also, there are the obvious problems of poor appearance and loss of self-esteem caused by one or more missing teeth.

Dental implants should always be considered as an option to replace a failing or missing tooth. Replacement of lost teeth with dental implants has been used for treating missing teeth for more than 50 years and is recognized as a very effective treatment choice. Implant Treatment is considered more predictable than bridgework, resin bonded bridges and endodontic treatment.                   

                                                    What are dental implants? Dental implants are substitutes for the roots of missing teeth. They act as an anchor for a replacement tooth or “crown” or a set of replacement teeth.

 Am I a candidate for a dental implant?  Implants may be the right choice for anyone missing one or more or even all of their teeth due to injury, disease or decay. They are especially practical for patients who can no longer wear removable dentures. Dr. Malone can determine if you are a candidate for dental implants after a careful evaluation of your dental and medical history.

Are there different kinds of implants? There are many shapes, sizes and brands of implants available. Dr. Malone will know which implant is the right one for you.

 Do I have enough bone? It is important for a patient to have enough bone to support the implant. If you do not have enough bone, there are many safe and effective ways to correct bone deficiency. Dr. Malone will assess this and advise you if additional bone material is needed.

 Will this take a long time?  Treatment time can vary greatly depending on your needs. Each situation needs a separate evaluation; Dr. Malone will be able to give you an approximate timetable.     

Article Courtesy of American Academy of Implant Dentistry

 Smile Statistics

Smiles are an interesting feature of everyone’s life.  Everyone has one, but everyone feels differently about their own. Consider a few interesting facts about smiles:. 

• 62 - Number of times a day the average woman smiles.
• 8 - Number of times a day the average man smiles.
• 63% - Percentage of people who say they look best in photos when they are showing their teeth.
• 99.7% - Percentage of adults who say an attractive smile is an important personal asset.
• 74% - Percentage of people who say that an unattractive smile can hurt a person's chances for business or career success. 
• 23% - Percentage of people who say they look the best with their mouth closed. 
 
Mark Twain once wrote, "Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been!" The act of smiling is a very uncomplicated and important human activity. It really isn't important that your smile be perfect- but that you feel good about it and you give it away!   If your stingy with your smile because it’s something less than what you want it to be, we can help - Smiles are what we do best.
  
Give us a call and we’ll set up a time to talk about getting you a smile that you can’t just keep to yourself.

Everytime you smile it is an action of love - a gift … ~Mother Teresa

 Teeth Alignment without Braces

How can I straighten my teeth without making it obvious to everyone around me? Ask us about Invisalign, an alternative to traditional braces. Invisalign uses a custom made clear fabricated mouth piece to help align your teeth to their correct positions. Most people won’t even notice you are wearing them.

 Invisalign Advantages

• Straight teeth in the same time or shorter time as traditional appliances (helpful with overly crowded teeth, widely spaced teeth, overbite, and underbite)
• Clear aligners that are subtle and difficult to notice
• Much more comfortable than braces
• You can take them out whenever you need to-- to eat, to drink, for a big social occasion or whenever you need a break
• Custom made just for your teeth
• A beautiful smile

Nutrition and Oral Health

 Choosing the right foods in your diet is an important aspect in having healthy teeth and good oral hygiene. Establishing good nutritional habits in kids and teenagers can be especially beneficial for good eating patterns and food choices throughout their lives.

 The foods that you eat come in contact with the germs and bacteria that live in the mouth. If you don’t brush, plaque will accumulate on the teeth. Plague thrives on the starches and sugars that are found in a great deal of foods. When plaque combines with the sugars and starches, an acid is produced that attacks enamel on the teeth, and eventually causes decay. According to the American Dental Association, the acid attacks the teeth for 20 minutes or more.

Choosing a healthy diet may sound easy, however, fruits, milk, cereals, bread and some vegetables contain sugars and/or starches. Carbonated sodas, sweet fruit drinks and sugary snack foods should be limited.

You don’t have to avoid these foods, just keep in mind that you should eat a balanced diet, brush your teeth twice a day and floss daily.

 While eating healthy foods and avoiding snacks and drinks that are high in sugar are good ways to prevent cavities, a good dental regime is essential in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Plaque can be removed by brushing and flossing thoroughly and a visit to our office can detect any signs of early decay. If you have a severe sweet tooth, try starting out by replacing one snack a day with healthy choices.

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