chewing | MI Roots Family Dental https://www.mirootsfamilydental.com Thu, 29 Jun 2017 18:54:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 Restore Your Smile with a Dental Bridge https://www.mirootsfamilydental.com/restore-your-smile-with-a-dental-bridge/ Thu, 29 Jun 2017 18:54:30 +0000 https://www.osenieksddspc.com/?p=395 Not all incomplete smiles are doomed to remain that way. In today’s dental industry, getting a tooth replacement has never been easier or wiser. Dental replacements such as dental bridges can mimic the natural look of teeth, last for decades, and restore your facial structure to its normal glory. Consider the following benefits that bridges [...]

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]]> Not all incomplete smiles are doomed to remain that way. In today’s dental industry, getting a tooth replacement has never been easier or wiser. Dental replacements such as dental bridges can mimic the natural look of teeth, last for decades, and restore your facial structure to its normal glory. Consider the following benefits that bridges can provide:

– A single dental bridge can last up to ten years, or even as long as a lifetime, but it should be repaired or replaced as necessary.
– Oftentimes, missing teeth can cause a person’s facial structure to sink in, which will make them look older and weaker than they truly are. Dental bridges can restore your facial structure and your natural look.
– Dental bridges prevent other teeth from moving out of position, which can often occur when there is not a full set of teeth in place.
– Dental bridges lower your risk for malocclusions and misalignments, which can often develop when there are teeth missing from a dental profile.
– Dental bridges can improve lost or impaired functions caused by missing teeth, such as chewing, eating, and speaking functions.

No matter which tooth replacement you choose, Dr. Joseph Szymczak and our team at MI Roots Family Dental will make sure that your smile is properly treated. To schedule an oral exam or professional cleaning at our dentist office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, please contact us at 616-453-0002. A healthy smile is a happy smile!

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]]> Do You Experience Any of the Following Symptoms of Bruxism? https://www.mirootsfamilydental.com/do-you-experience-any-of-the-following-symptoms-of-bruxism/ Thu, 02 Mar 2017 17:57:55 +0000 https://www.osenieksddspc.com/?p=377 Did you know that you could be damaging your teeth while you sleep? This condition, referred to as bruxism, is the result of grinding and gnashing your teeth as you sleep, which over time can seriously damage your teeth and gums. The difficulty with bruxism is that it is often hard to know you suffer [...]

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]]> Did you know that you could be damaging your teeth while you sleep? This condition, referred to as bruxism, is the result of grinding and gnashing your teeth as you sleep, which over time can seriously damage your teeth and gums. The difficulty with bruxism is that it is often hard to know you suffer from it because it takes place while you sleep and the symptoms can be easily attributed to other disorders. If you are unsure where to start, always begin by checking if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

– Have you ever been told that you snore or grind and clench your teeth loudly?
– Do you have teeth that look flattened or chipped and loose?
– Is your tooth enamel worn down leading to an increase in tooth sensitivity?
– Do you ever experience jaw pain or soreness when you wake up?
– Do you have any damage to the insides of your cheeks from unconsciously chewing on them through the night?
– Have you been diagnosed with sleep apnea or TMJ?
– Do you ever have pain that feels like an earache, but it’s not caused by your ear?
– Do you have any indentations on your tongue?
– Do you have a locked jaw that won’t open or close completely?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be at an increased risk for bruxism. Our team is here to help you with all your oral health needs. For a complete diagnosis from Dr. Joseph Szymczak and our team at our dentist office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, you can schedule an appointment by calling us at 616-453-0002. We look forward to helping you smile.

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