It is the general opinion that during pregnancy a woman strives to be extra aware of her needs for maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle, along with what she needs to add to her routine to achieve the highest degree of health and well-being for her unborn child. However, most women may not in fact be completely aware of the connection between good oral hygiene and pregnancy. It is important that every expecting mother becomes aware of the impact that certain factors can have upon their unborn baby.
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Dental health is among the last things that pregnant mothers think about. During your pregnancy, your primary focus is on the little bundle of joy growing inside you. That and the hormonal and physical changes that occur in your body are enough to take all your attention. However, maintaining oral health is critical throughout the pregnancy period. The many changes in the body can increase certain oral risks that could cause long-term consequences for you and your child.
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Dental bridges, believe it or not, were first used as a form of cosmetic dentistry in 630 BCE by the Etruscans who used dental bridges to display their wealth and status. Today, dental bridges are used solely to replace missing teeth, though when done well, they can transform a smile, giving the wearer more confidence. However, dental bridges are not for everyone.
That's why some patients opt to switch from a dental bridge to dental implants or a single dental implant.
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Modern dentistry has come so far that dentists today have more freedom in terms of how they treat their patients than ever before. Dentists are able to tailor their approach now, whereas in the past, the limitations of dental procedures required that a strict regime be adhered to. That is why some dentists will happily do a root canal procedure and permanent crown placement on the same day, while others will break up the two procedures into 2-3 separate appointments.
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Undergoing teeth whitening using the professional bleaching method can lighten the colour of your teeth by several shades. This form of teeth whitening is carried out by a dentist or dental hygienist, and before you undergo treatment, your dentist will examine your teeth to ensure you're a suitable candidate for professional bleaching.
Teeth whitening treatments aren't effective on dentures, crowns or veneers, which typically have to be replaced after a whitening treatment if you want them to match the shade of your natural teeth.
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