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How to Take Care of Your Teeth

A healthy mouth is an essential component of a healthy body. Taking care of your teeth can lower your risk for developing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. The three key steps to keeping your mouth at its healthiest are maintaining good oral hygiene, scheduling regular dental checkups, and making good dietary choices.

This video contains more information about each of these steps, from how to brush and floss properly to why it’s so important to visit your dentist twice a year for checkups and cleanings.

Take care of your teeth to promote better oral and overall health with the help of your family dentist at The Szikman Dental Group. You’ll discover the benefits and comfort of personalized dental care focused on meeting your specific needs and concerns. Call our Marietta office at (678) 383-2221 or check out our website for more dental health information.

How Does Tooth Whitening Work?

Even with rigorous brushing and flossing, your teeth will darken and discolor over time. Tooth whitening eliminates these stains to drastically improve the look of your smile. Your cosmetic dentist can evaluate your personal needs to determine whether whitening is a good option for you.

Stains and How They Are Removed
Your teeth are covered by a tough but porous material called enamel. With repeated exposure, foods, drinks, and other staining agents sink beneath the top layer of enamel where they cannot be removed by surface cleaning. In order to remove stains deep beneath the surface of your teeth, your dentist applies a whitening gel containing hydrogen peroxide as its active ingredient. Hydrogen peroxide permeates the enamel of your teeth and gently breaks up the long molecular chains comprising the stains via a chemical reaction called oxidation. Once these chains have been disrupted, your teeth will appear whiter and brighter as a result.

Your Tooth Whitening Options
Your cosmetic dentist can offer you two tooth whitening options: in-office bleaching or an at-home bleaching kit. During in-office bleaching, your dentist cleans your teeth and places protection for your gums and the soft tissues of your mouth. He then applies hydrogen peroxide gel to your teeth and enhances the stain removal process using an activation light. In-office bleaching typically takes an hour to complete under dentist supervision. If you opt for at-home bleaching, your dentist will take a mold of your teeth, which is then used to manufacture customized trays. At home, you will place hydrogen peroxide gel into the trays and wear them overnight for one to three weeks.  

Tooth whitening is a popular and safe cosmetic procedure that can enhance the look of your smile and boost your confidence. If you’d like to learn more about tooth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, contact The Szikman Dental Group by calling (678) 383-2221. Your dentist will be happy to discuss your desired results to help you make the right choice for your smile. Visit us on the web to learn more about your general and cosmetic dentistry options in Marietta and the Atlanta area. 

Find Out How You Can Maintain Healthy Teeth With These Resources

Knowledge is power when it comes to maintaining your dental health. You can learn more about the parts of your mouth and how your dentist can help you to restore your smile by clicking on the following links:

• You can learn to identify even more parts of your mouth in this illustrated guide found on the University of Minnesota Medical Center’s website.
• The health of the different parts of your mouth can reveal significant information about your dental and general health. HealthyLiving.MSN.com lists common tongue conditions and what they mean in this article.
• CNN.com offers expert advice on how you can attain healthier gums for better dental health.
• Visit the Mayo Clinic’s website to read more about the types of dental implant procedures available.
• You may experience problems wearing regular dentures that prompt you to consider implant supported dentures. For a list of common denture problems that your dentist can help you solve, you can check out this article on Livestrong.com.

At The Szikman Dental Group of Atlanta, we take pride in what we do. We provide personalized dental care with your individual needs at the forefront of our dentists’ minds. Call our Atlanta dental office today at (678) 383-2221 to make your first appointment or click on our website for more dental health tips and information about our dental services. 

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Are Implant Supported Dentures the Right Solution for You?

As tooth replacement technology continues to improve, your cosmetic dentist can offer you more options for improved stability and confidence. Implant supported dentures take advantage of dental implants placed permanently in the jaw to secure your dentures. You can find out if implant supported dentures are the right option for you by scheduling a consultation with your dentist. In the meantime, here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about implant supported dentures.

What Are Implant Supported Dentures?
Implant supported dentures are dentures which attach to dental implants for improved comfort and stability. They are generally used to replace a full or nearly-full set of teeth. The dentures snap or clip into place onto dental implant support posts or a bar which follows the shape of the jaw and is supported by a set of dental implants. Both types of implant supported dentures can and should be removed nightly for cleaning and storage.

Are There Dental Requirements for Implant Supported Dentures?
In order to receive implant supported dentures, you must have sufficient bone density in your jaw to support dental implants. If you choose to receive implant supported dentures, you will first undergo dental implant surgery. Your dentist will place the implant posts in your jaw, followed by another procedure three to six months later to expose the posts in the healed gum tissue. Once the implant sites have fully healed, you will receive your dentures. 

Why Choose Implant Supported Dentures?
Even the best-made lower dentures suffer from some stability issues. Individuals may also experience discomfort when using an upper denture as well. Implant supported dentures offer confidence and comfort by eliminating denture slippage. Your dentures will stay firmly in place, giving you the confidence to enjoy your life without worrying about denture problems.

Are you interested in finding out more about dental implants and implant supported dentures? Schedule your appointment with The Szikman Dental Group today by calling (678) 383-2221. You’ll find state of the art, personalized dental care with a dental team dedicated to your comfort and needs. We provide personalized care to residents in the Marietta, Smyrna, and Atlanta areas.