VIOLIFE SMILE DESIGN'S BLOG

When it comes to meeting someone new, our smile is usually one of the first things that makes an impression for the right or wrong reasons.  For many, the most aesthetically pleasing smile is a set of straight and white teeth, symmetrical in length and width.

If you suffer with oral health problems such as bad breath or dental plaque, you may feel cautious about showing your smile in public. These problems can often be aggravated by activities such as eating sugary foods. This is because every time we eat, food debris in combination with the bacteria already present in our mouth, can form a thin, transparent and sticky substance known as biofilm, also known as dental plaque.

Pregnancy can be an exciting time and while you have so much to plan for, your oral health may be one of the last things you’re thinking about. But it’s more important than ever to pay close attention to your dental health in this time.

Lower dentures are well-known for causing problems for wearers, particularly after a few years of use. It is not unusual for dentures that used to fit quite well to gradually become looser and ill-fitting, making them uncomfortable or even painful to wear. While it is possible to have dentures re-lined or to use dentures adhesives, this doesn’t address the underlying problem of why dentures become loose and uncomfortable.