At Comfort Dental Weymouth - Shahram Moghaddam, DMD Weymouth Family and Cosmetic dentist
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At Comfort Dental Weymouth - Shahram Moghaddam, DMD Weymouth Family and Cosmetic dentist
When people are missing teeth, their self-assurance disappears and oral health diminishes. Dentures can allow you to once again live life to the fullest. Designed to look and feel more like natural teeth, modern dentures can rejuvenate your smile.
Patients who need replacement teeth on both your upper and lower jaw will require a full denture to cover one or both arches. If healthy teeth remain, your dentist will likely recommend partial dentures, which fit like puzzle pieces into the gaps left between your teeth. After an adjustment period, most people revel in the stability and confidence they enjoy with their new dentures.
What are traditional dentures?
With this type of prosthesis, the dentures are fabricated in the lab, but the device isn’t place until the swelling has subsided. Waiting gives the gums a chance to heal and ensures that the dentures feel comfortable.
What are immediate dentures?
Placed right after removal, immediate dentures allow patients to have a new set of teeth right away. Sometimes, the fit may not be quite right, so modifications may be required.
Do I need to worry about brushing?
Absolutely. Clean the tongue, cheeks, and gums to remove plaque and bacteria from your mouth.
Can I eat whatever I want?
Generally, you should be able to enjoy a wide variety of foods. When you first receive the dentures, adjusting to their fit can make eating a little tricky.
Will dentures impact my speech?
Initially, you may need to get used to talking with your new appliances, but eventually you should have no trouble communicating with others.
When you look your best, you exude confidence and grace. One of the features that people notice immediately is your smile. Because few people have a naturally perfect smile, they often seek help from their dentists. Cosmetic dentistry focuses on correcting stained, misshapen, or missing teeth and producing a sensational image.
A recent study found that individuals with bright, white smiles are seen as more intelligent, attractive, and successful. Even subtle changes, such as teeth whitening, can transform your appearance. Often, cosmetic dentistry includes:
• Porcelain Veneers
Thin pieces of porcelain, veneers are permanently placed over front teeth to cover imperfections. Designed to mimic the translucency of tooth enamel, veneers generate beautiful, naturally-looking results.
• Bonding
For small chips or gaps, your dentist may suggest bonding, a process that involves the use of tooth-colored materials to renew your smile’s appearance.
• Teeth Whitening
The aging process, certain foods and beverages, and tobacco use can stain teeth and make you look older. Professional teeth whitening can remove discolorations and brighten teeth up to 10 shades. Both in-office and at-home professional bleaching are available, so check with your dentist to see what options they offer for patients.
• Invisalign
Though many adults would love a straighter smile, most don’t want to tarnish their mature images. Invisalign clear braces, a series of custom aligners, will gently and discreetly shift teeth into the correct position, resulting in a gorgeous smile without the embarrassment of metal braces.
• Dental implants
Just one missing tooth can cause oral health problems, such as shifting teeth, gaps in your smile, and alignment issues. Made from biocompatible titanium, a dental implant is a small post that acts as the foundation for a permanent crown. Implants can replace one or more missing teeth.
When a woman is pregnant, her body experiences many changes. Feet swell, food cravings occur, and her stomach expands to make room for the growing baby. A woman’s health is also impacted by pregnancy, so it’s important to take care of your teeth.
While X-rays or cosmetic procedures should be avoided, you should schedule a routine check up. Most doctors recommend making this appointment during your second trimester. A professional cleaning and exam will help keep your mouth in top health.
With pregnancy, the excess hormone levels make your teeth and gums more susceptible to bacteria and plaque build up. Many women develop pregnancy gingivitis because of the extra bacteria in the mouth. Signs include swollen or bleeding gums, space between teeth, and bad breath. If you experience these symptoms, make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible.
Left untreated, pregnancy gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease (gum disease). Although gum disease is a concern for everyone, it can cause serious issues for pregnant women. Research has linked periodontal disease to pre-term labor and low-birth weight in women who don’t receive treatment for the condition. Additionally, gum disease can wreak havoc on your mouth, causing bone degeneration and tooth loss.
To keep your teeth and gums healthy during pregnancy, follow these tips:
• Remember to brush twice a day and floss regularly
• Eat a balanced diet
• If you have morning sickness, rinse your mouth after vomiting
• Contact your dentist if you experience any problems
A good percentage of dental consumers don’t currently have a general dentist. If you are looking for a dental provider for yourself or family, the task may seem overwhelming. It’s important to select someone you feel comfortable with and who fits your personality. You can make the search process easier with these helpful hints:
Ask others
Talk with friends, family, and co-workers about which dentists they use. Referrals are a great way to get the process started. You can also use the Internet as a valuable resource in your search.
Make a consultation appointment
Establishing a good relationship from the beginning is important, so schedule a consultation to meet your top choices and get a feel for their offices. This appointment is your opportunity to ask questions and gather basic information.
Evaluate the dentist’s skills and knowledge
Find out what professional organizations the dentist belongs to and how much importance he or she places on continuing education. Dentists are required to take a certain number of hours, but good providers generally exceed those levels. Some even make the time to teach, such as Dr. Yolanda Cruz, who is a clinical instructor and the faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto.
Check the dentist’s work
Most providers will have testimonials from satisfied patients. They may also have Before and After photos that will give you a chance to see some of the doctor’s handiwork. For example, you can view pictures of actual patient dental work on the website of Dr. Yolanda Cruz.
Start small
After your consultation, schedule a cleaning. During this visit, observe how the dentist and staff respond to you. Are they attentive to your needs? Do they make you feel valued and welcome? Feeling at ease with the dentist will help you commit to achieving and maintaining optimal oral health.
It’s often bad enough that you have to take medicine in the first place, but it’s even worse when they have uncomfortable side effects. Many medications affect your oral health, with one of the most common negative side effects being a dry mouth. It’s important to be aware of what medicines might dry your mouth out, and ways to relieve that symptom if it develops.
What medicines can cause dry mouth?
There are over 400 medicines that have been known to cause dry mouth. The most common types of medicines that promote this side effect are:
• Antihistamines
• Decongestants
• High blood pressure medicines
• Antidepressants
• Sedatives
• Pain relievers
• Parkinson’s disease medicines
• Antacids
Can dry mouth hurt my teeth?
Having a consistently dry mouth can negatively affect your oral health. Saliva washes away food particles and bacteria in your mouth. If you don’t have enough saliva to help clean your mouth, you’ll be more likely to develop tooth decay and gum infections.
What can I do to relieve my symptoms?
The first thing you should do is ask your doctor if there are medication alternatives that would treat your medical problem but not promote dry mouth. It that isn’t possible, here are some ideas about how to relieve your symptoms of dry mouth:
• Sip water or another sugarless drink often during the day.
• Reduce or cut out caffeinated drinks, alcohol, and tobacco since each of these contributes to dry mouth.
• Drink water or sugar-free drink while eating to aid chewing and swallowing.
• Suck on sugarless candy or gum, which encourages saliva production.
• Avoid spicy and salty foods, because they can cause pain in a dry mouth.
• Use a humidifier while sleeping.
• Ask your doctor or dentist about artificial saliva products.