Dentures: Facts, Figures and Friendly Advice for Seniors

Dentures: Facts, Figures and Friendly Advice for Seniors

  • Caring For Your Implant Dentures

    Implant dentures are a great alternative to traditional, removable ones; they look just like your natural teeth and are much less hassle to care for.  However, there are a few things that you should know about caring for implant dentures to ensure that they stay in good condition and last you for a lifetime.  Read on for some top tips on caring for your implant dentures. Toothpaste When choosing toothpaste, it's important that you use a low-abrasive product that won't scratch the surface of any exposed surfaces of the implant, for example any exposed threads.

  • 4 Reasons to Avoid Favouring One Side of the Mouth While Chewing

    Favouring one side of your mouth when you chew your food probably isn't something you even think about, let alone something you imagine could cause any damage to your teeth and jaw. Unfortunately, a tendency to chew on one side and not the other should be avoided; it just isn't the way your mouth was made to be used. Here are just four reasons you might want to give the practice a miss next time you're digging into a meal.

  • 4 Signs You Might Suffer from a Poor Bite

    When you bite down, your teeth should come together; if you have a poor bite, you may find that this doesn't happen, with teeth clenching down in improper positions instead. This might not sound like a serious issue, but it can result in joint problems and tooth decay. Here are just four signs that your bite might be off. 1. Few Teeth Touch at Once One of the easiest ways to tell whether your bite is off is by simply bringing your upper and lower teeth together.

  • The Tooth Of The Matter: Should You Choose Composite Or Porcelain Veneers?

    When it comes to improving the appearance of your teeth without going through lengthy whitening processes or expensive crown fittings, having veneers fitted is one of the most popular and effective choices. However, the material your veneers are made from is important, especially when dealing with your highly visible and heavily used front teeth. Veneers are generally made from one of two materials -- porcelain or plastic composites -- and each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages when for front teeth veneers.

  • Does Your Child's Baby Tooth Really Need a Filling?

    While you may see the logic of having a permanent tooth filled if it starts to show signs of decay, you may not be so keen if your dentist wants to fill one of your child's baby teeth. This may seem a step too far on a tooth that is, after all, just temporary and will eventually fall out. Why is your family dentist advising a filling and what happens if you don't want the treatment?

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    Dentures: Facts, Figures and Friendly Advice for Seniors

    I am a senior who recently began wearing dentures, and before I got them, I spent a lot of time researching types of dentures and alternatives. Now, that I have my dentures and my research is complete, I need something new to fill my time. So, I decided to create a blog. "Why not put what I learned to use?" I thought. In this blog, I hope to share facts and figures about dentures and offer a little friendly advice along the way. Learn how many other Australians wear dentures, explore alternatives to dentures and figure out which options are best for you. Thanks for reading!

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