5 Holiday Oral Health Tips

The holidays bring office and home parties that are usually full of tempting sweets and sugary drinks. Those same sweets and drinks can also damage your dental and general health. But that doesn’t mean that you have to end up at the dentist with cavities in January.

At Simply Smiles Dental, we work with you to ensure that your dental health remains good during the holidays and that you greet the New Year with a bright, sunny smile.

The Effects of Sugar on Teeth

Tooth decay is caused by mouth bacteria ‘eating’ the same sugar you do, then producing acids that dissolve and damage the teeth. Tooth erosion results when the acid attacks the teeth dissolving the outer surface of tooth enamel. This loss can lead to cavities and exposure of the inner layers of the tooth that may become sensitive and painful.  

The friendly professionals at Simply Smiles Dental are committed to your long-term oral health during the holidays and beyond.

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Get Rid of Your Gummy Smile with Gum Lift

get-rid-of-your-gummy-smile-with-gum-lift-mernda-dentistAre low gums affecting your smile?

Smiles can be affected by more than just teeth. You may not have any missing or discolored teeth, but if your gums rest too low on your teeth you may still feel that your smile is not quite right.

Having low gums is not due to poor dental health or bad habits and the good news is that at a simple procedure can transform your smile. With a new smile comes self-esteem and confidence and you will be presenting yourself the way you always dreamed!

What is a “Gum Lift”?

A gum lift, more formally known as gingivectomy, is a minimally-invasive cosmetic dental procedure which reshapes or removes excess gum tissue using laser technology. A minor amount of gum tissue is removed to reshape the gum to give it a more attractive appearance.

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Mouth Bacteria May Be Linked to Migraines

mouth-bacteria-may-be-linked-to-migraines-toorak-dentistAre you suffering from headaches and migraines? You might have to blame your mouth. Though it has long been considered that certain foods trigger migraines, a new study suggests that the bacteria from the food left in the mouth may be one of the reasons causing the unbearable headaches.

According to a new research, people with migraines also had significantly larger amounts of bacteria in their mouth. This bacteria has the ability to break down nitrates found in certain foods. Nitrates, when converted to nitric oxide, widen blood vessels and help circulation.

What are Nitrates?

Nitrates are found in foods such as leafy green vegetables and processed meats as well as in certain medicines. They can be modified into “nitrites” by the bacteria in the mouth. The nitrites can be converted to nitric oxide under certain conditions.

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7 Ways Dentistry Can Improve Your Smile and Confidence

7-ways-dentistry-can-improve-your-smile-and-confidence-mernda-dentistImproving your smile is not just a goal, but also a commitment you make for yourself and your wellbeing. Improving your smile is not only about enhancing the aesthetics of, and treating the flaws of your teeth. It’s also about maintaining healthy teeth and gums for a healthier you.

The benefits of improving your smile can be both physical and emotional. An improved smile makes you more attractive and boosts your confidence. As a result, you smile more, feel great about yourself and have a more positive disposition in life. If you’re not satisfied with your smile, modern dentistry has many solutions to offer