If you have a dental implant placed, it is likely that your dentist will recommend that you follow a soft diet while the implant is healing and integrating into your jaw. A soft diet will reduce the amount that you need to chew and help ensure that there is not undue pressure on your implant so that it can heal properly. Often, your instructions for a soft diet may be given to you in your info packet or release paperwork.
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There are various levels of quality when it comes to dentures. That said, if you had a low-quality pair of dentures made some time ago, they may need to be replaced soon. Here are some signs that your dentures probably should be replaced as soon as your Medicare plan or insurance will allow.
The "Teeth" Are Very Discolored
Low-quality materials used to make the fake teeth in dentures cause the "
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Every century has its set of changes and trends that come along with the changing decades, and the 21st century has been no different. However, many of the newest trends in fashion have to do with accessorizing in ways that no last-century person would have dared don before--especially when it comes to accessorizing your teeth or mouth in some way, shape, or form. If you have a teen in the house who is all about fitting in, you should know right off the bat that there are some trends your dentist will frown upon, no matter how fleeting they may be.
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Are you thinking about getting dental implants? Are you wondering what to expect if you do get implants? If you want teeth that look and feel as natural as possible, dental implants can be a great choice. But before you decide one way or the other, there are some things that you may want to know first. Some of these things include:
Recovery could take a while: With all artificial teeth, there is a time period during which your mouth needs to heal before the actual teeth can be inserted.
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Have you started to develop sores inside your mouth because of your dentures? This could be happening due to a couple reasons. After you figure it out, it should prevent more sores from forming and allow the area to heal. These are the common causes that you need to watch out for.
Your Dentures Are New
If you recently received brand new dentures, some rubbing and soreness is to be expected as the gums adjust to the fit of the dentures.
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