More than half of pregnant women do not get dental exams, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). There’s likely one main reason why these mothers-to-be drag their feet about taking care of their teeth and gums: An overwhelming concern that dental treatment could harm their unborn babies. In fact, the opposite is true – not taking care of your teeth is what could harm your baby and you.
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Are You Neglecting Your Teeth?
How much time do you spend on grooming products and doing your hair and makeup every day? Now, compare that to how much attention your teeth receive. Chances are, your pearly whites (or not-so-pearly whites) are getting the short end of the stick. Does your oral health regimen consist of about a minute’s worth of attention using toothbrush, toothpaste, and (sometimes) floss? That just isn’t enough. And some whitening strips every now and then aren’t going to get the job done either.
Anti-Aging Dentistry Is the Fountain of Youth
You can dress younger, trade in the mini-van, or go under the knife for plastic surgery. You can get a new hair style, slather on the moisturizer, or invest in age-defying makeup. But the one thing that can immediately make you look younger is a brand new smile. This is the era of anti-aging dentistry, when people are realizing that dermal fillers and face lifts only go so far, and a healthy, beautiful smile is what can really help you capture that elusive fountain of youth.
Getting Married? Is Your Smile Photo-Ready?
On your wedding day, you will pose for hundreds, perhaps even thousands of photos. Professional pictures, photos taken by family and friends, even selfies – they will all be part of the mix, and you’re going to want to look great in each and every one. No doubt you’ve put a preparation plan into action so that you can show off your best possible self for your wedding, but along with dieting, exercising, tanning, and facials, have you considered your teeth? The thing that’s going to stand out most in your wedding photos – even beyond the gowns, tuxes, and flowers – is your smile, or lack thereof.
Looks Do Matter: Your Smile Can Impact Your Career
It would be nice to believe that looks really don’t have anything to do with your professional life, but if your career involves any sort of face-to-face interaction on a daily basis, your teeth will be one of the first things people see. If your smile is memorable for any reason but a good one, it’s time to consider how a broken-down smile might be impacting your success.
Care for Your Teeth to Care for Your Heart
There has long been a debate about the connection between heart health and oral health, but new research has established that a person’s brushing and flossing habits significantly impact their cardiac health.
Mighty Porcelain Veneers: Get a New Smile in Just Two Visits
Stained teeth can be whitened (most of the time), and gapped or misaligned teeth can be closed with orthodontia or Invisalign (most of the time). Chipped or broken teeth however, need to be replaced. If you’re dealing with any or all of these oral health concerns, there are two versatile cosmetic dentistry solutions that can give you a new smile in just a short time: porcelain veneers or Lumineers.
