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#putoutthecigarette #oralcancer #agingmouth #poororalhealth #whyruinyoursmile #dentistinphiladelphia Smoking cigarettes is one of the greatest contributors to the aging mouth. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 34 million people in the United States smoke cigarettes. In addition to staining teeth, smoking interrupts calcium absorption in the body and can also cause potentially life-threatening diseases such as oral cancer. So, stop smoking and enjoy the health benefits as well as a healthy, beautiful smile.

#smilesarecontagious #dentistinphiladelphia #dentistinphiladelphia #myfamilydentalcare #asmilefeelsgood Many people say that a person’s face and countenance seems to change when they smile. In fact, in many psychological tests, people are more likely to feel better about someone who appears with a smile as opposed to a person who has a neutral expression on their face. This is because a person is seen as more attractive when they smile. People tend to behave differently around smiling, attractive people. Studies in Penn State University have found that smiling people appear immediately as more trustworthy, relatable, courteous and reliable. People trust you more as it gives you the appearance of sincerity and joy, and people are drawn to these qualities in a person. Medical studies have reported that when a human sees another smiling face, the area of their brain called the orbitofrontal cortex responds in a way that is a lot similar to receiving a “reward.” People feel

#ouch #thathurts #enamel #icecream #dentistinphiladelphia f you’ve ever had an ice cream cone and suddenly felt intense tooth pain, you could be dealing with erosion. Tooth erosion is when the protective enamel of our teeth is weakened and stripped away, causing sensitivity and even chipped or cracked teeth. Erosion is very common and is easy to treat. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing and visiting the dentist are all ways to treat and prevent tooth erosion.

#dentistappointments #oralhealthisimportant #keepallyourteeth #protectyoursmile #dentistinphiladelphia Ignoring your Dentist's treatment plan is like eliminating your Smile! If your dentist gives you a treatment plan for dental work that you need to have done, you should focus on getting your teeth fixed as soon as possible. Even cavities continue to get bigger. If they get big enough to reach the nerve in your tooth, your only options would be to have a root canal or have the tooth extracted.

#babyteeth #babies #toothaches #crankybaby #babycantsleep #infants #sleepnessnights #dentistinphiladelphia Your Child's baby teeth are just as important! Why should I fix my child's baby teeth when they are going to fall out anyway? Baby teeth are susceptible to the same problems as permanent teeth. A baby tooth can get a cavity, can become infected, can cause toothaches or swelling just like a permanent tooth. Our goal is to avoid significant tooth problems that can cause your child to have tooth aches or possible tooth infections which may lead to sleepless nights and/or time out of school. If a baby tooth is lost prematurely due to decay or trauma, it can lead to space loss problems and potential orthodontic needs. Starting infants off with good oral care can help protect teeth leading to a lifetime of healthy smiles. The AAPD and ADA recommend that children visit a dentist no later than the first birthday and then at intervals recommended by the dentist.

#soda #softdrinks #drinkwater #toothdecay #saynotopop #nomorecavities #dentistinphiladelphia Remove Soft drinks from you and your children's lives- Practice good Oral health with good habits for a successful life! Adults, or children who drink 3 or more glasses of soda each day have 62% more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than others. Put down the pop and sports drinks and pick up some nice fresh water instead!