Citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruit are nutrient-dense foods that you should enjoy as a part of your healthy diet. It is thought that making citrus fruits a part of your daily meal plans can help promote healthy immune function, provide you with a healthy dose of fiber, and may even enhance your vision. Here are some things to consider about your oral health if you consume citrus fruit on a regular basis.
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Do you have a gap between your two front teeth? If so, you may want to know the following things about it, such as what may have caused it and how to fix it.
What Causes A Front Tooth Gap?
A front tooth gap is often caused by tight tissue that runs through your two teeth. It basically pushes the two teeth apart and creates a gap. This condition is also genetic, so if you have parents with a front tooth gap then it is likely that you have the same condition that caused it in them as well.
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It is normal to feel scared each time you make a life-changing decision, especially one that impacts your health, such as getting dental implants. However, living with gaps in your mouth could impair your quality of life by compromising your smile and even lowering your self-esteem. However, implants can help restore your smile and boost your confidence. Besides, it will improve your appearance and overall health. It might even open doors to many opportunities in life that you were hesitant to pursue.
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Good oral hygiene doesn't just protect your teeth. It also protects your gums and keeps them healthy. But if you have noticed that your gums have become red and swollen recently, you could be dealing with a case of gingivitis. Gingivitis is the mild form of gum disease that comes before periodontitis—the serious form of gum disease.
To stop gingivitis from progressing to periodontitis, you'll need to see your dentist and make some changes to your lifestyle.
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Almost everyone has a gag reflex. It has been suggested that one in three people actually entirely lack a gag reflex (or a pharyngeal reflex). And then there are people who have a hypersensitive gag reflex. This hypersensitivity can be triggered by certain situations, such as eating. It can also easily be triggered during a dental checkup. Is your hypersensitive gag reflex making you reluctant to seek dental treatment?
Dental Care and Your Hypersensitive Gag Reflex
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