Dental Implant Restoration for Strength and Beauty
Dental implants are a natural-looking and fully functioning replacement for missing teeth. After an oral surgeon implants the titanium post, Dr. Butler creates the restoration that is placed over the post. This new tooth matches the shade of your other teeth to blend in and provide a beautiful smile. Having a full set of teeth will let you obtain the most nutrients from your food and allow you to eat whatever type of foods you may want. All your chewing difficulties will be resolved. And best of all, because it comes up through the gums like all the rest of your teeth, it will be impossible to tell the difference!
The habit: “Tooth enamel is a crystal. Ice is a crystal. When you push two crystals against each other, one will break,” Dr. Messina says. “Most of the time it’s the ice, but sometimes the tooth or a filling will break.”
The solution: Drink chilled beverages without ice, or use a straw so you're not tempted. “The risk of chewing ice is greater than any pleasure that comes from chewing it,” he says. “Besides, ice is really cold!”
To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
Butler Family Dental
Chris A. Butler, DMD
1745 West 17th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 485-6645
MyDentistEugene.com
Most of us know how important it is to look after our teeth, but do you know what the different types of teeth are and how we use them? Teeth don't just help you bite and chew; they play an important role in speaking and support many aspects of your facial structure. There are four kinds of teeth in your mouth, according to Everyday Health, and each performs a slightly different function. Then there are three rarer formations that can occur in a growing jaw.
Incisors
At the front of the mouth are eight thin, straight teeth called incisors - four at the top and four at the bottom - which bite into the food you eat and help you pronounce words as you you speak. Incisors also support the lips.
To read the entire article by Jenny Green, please visit Colgate.com
The mouth, or oral cavity, is made up of numerous components that work together so that you can breathe, speak, eat and digest food. When you understand these parts of the mouth and how they affect your general health, the significance of oral care takes on a whole new meaning. Here's what these things do for you.
Lips and Cheeks
Your lips and cheeks are made up of muscles that not only give you the ability to pucker up for a kiss, but also help shape your facial expressions - both happy and sad. Lips let air into your mouth for breathing and, together with cheeks, help you speak. They also keep food and saliva in your mouth while chewing. Ultimately, these strong muscles guide and keep your teeth in their proper positions.
To read the entire article by Donna Pleis, please visit Colgate.com
The habit: Grazing all day, especially on sugary foods and drinks, puts you at a higher risk for cavities. When you eat, cavity-causing bacteria feast leftover food, producing an acid that attacks the outer shell of your teeth.
The solution: Eat balanced meals to feel fuller, longer. If you need a snack, make sure it's low in fat and sugar. If you indulge in the occasional sugary treat, follow it with a big glass of water to wash away leftover food.
To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
Butler Family Dental
Chris A. Butler, DMD
1745 West 17th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 485-6645
MyDentistEugene.com
Think back to the days when your tongue served two main functions: licking soft-serve ice cream cones and taunting a sibling when you stuck it out in his direction. But the tongue actually goes beyond melting desserts and young attitude. Here are ten human tongue facts, including some of its functions.
The Average Tongue Is Four Inches Long
The tongue consists of two parts: anterior and posterior. The anterior tongue is mostly visible and about two thirds of the tongue's total length. The posterior tongue sits near the back of the throat and measures the other one third in length.
To read the entire article by Steve Auger, please visit Colgate.com
The habit: Your teeth were made for eating, not to stand in as a pair of scissors or hold things when your hands are full. When you do this, you put yourself at a higher risk of cracking your teeth, injuring your jaw or accidentally swallowing something you shouldn’t.
The solution: Stop and find something or someone to give you a hand. Your mouth will thank you.
To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
Butler Family Dental
Chris A. Butler, DMD
1745 West 17th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 485-6645
MyDentistEugene.com
Dental implants are a natural-looking and fully functioning replacement for missing teeth. After an oral surgeon implants the titanium post, Dr. Butler creates the restoration that is placed over the post. This new tooth matches the shade of your other teeth to blend in and provide a beautiful smile. Having a full set of teeth will let you obtain the most nutrients from your food and allow you to eat whatever type of foods you may want. All your chewing difficulties will be resolved. And best of all, because it comes up through the gums like all the rest of your teeth, it will be impossible to tell the difference!
