A+ Family Dentistry July 2018

FIND WHAT’S BEEN LOST Are Dental Implants the Secret to Anti-aging?

People are always looking for ways to turn back the clock, especially when it comes to their appearance. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that in 2016, Americans spent over $16 billion on plastic surgery. This a big price tag, and the worst part is, a lot of patients were disappointed in the results. Every year, people go to countless plastic surgeons or spend hundreds of dollars on cosmetics, but they are never able to recapture the youthful appearance they once had. This is because, more often than not, your skin isn’t the problem; it’s your teeth adding years to your face. Or, more accurately, a lack of teeth. The American College of Prosthodontists estimated 178 million adult Americans are missing at least one tooth. While tooth loss is a common problem,

don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s not a big deal. Losing a single tooth can be a catalyst for a variety of health woes. When a tooth falls out, the surrounding teeth and gums become vulnerable to cavities and gum disease, problems that can easily spread to the rest of your mouth. Many patients who lose a tooth will see their remaining teeth shift, crowding in to fill the open space. Your jaw can also suffer. Without stimulation from your teeth, your jaw bone begins to deteriorate. The more teeth you are missing, the weaker your jaw becomes. Missing teeth become obvious even if your mouth is closed. Without the support from your jaw, your facial features sink inward, giving you a hollowed-out appearance not unlike a jack-o’- lantern the week after Halloween.

The best way to prevent the damage caused by missing teeth is to practice good oral hygiene and keep your teeth for your entire life. But accidents happen, and if you find yourself with a gap in your teeth, consider the lasting benefits of dental implants. With implants, dentists can prevent the damage caused by a lost tooth, filling the gap with a stable, natural-looking replacement. Most people can’t tell an implant from the real deal! And with a replacement tooth, your jaw bone and facial structure are preserved. Call 619-831-8832 (San Diego) or 858-842-5850 (Poway) and learn how implants can help you smile with confidence while protecting your oral health and pushing back the hands of time.

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Watermelon Salad

This simple, delicious salad is the perfect summer refresher. In under 30 minutes, you’ll have a dish that will inspire rave reviews at your next summer cookout.

Ingredients

8 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes

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1 pinch of cayenne pepper 1/2 cup mint leaves, torn

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Salt to taste

Directions

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1. In a large mixing or salad bowl, toss watermelon with lime juice and cayenne pepper.

2. Gently fold in mint leaves. 3. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

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