Here’s What You Should Know Do Your Teeth Have Mamelons?
perform a simple cosmetic procedure to file or shave down the mamelons and create a smooth, straight edge on your teeth. Because mamelons are made of enamel, they have no nerve endings. Thus, you won’t need any anesthetic treatments during the procedure. It only takes one session, and the results are permanent. Once those little waves are gone, they won’t come back. After the procedure, you can resume regular activity and eating habits. There is basically no recovery time. Some people may be sensitive to hot and cold immediately afterward, but it will disappear in a day or two. Please see your dentist if you would like to have mamelons removed. They aren’t like nails or other cosmetic procedures that can be done at home. Because the change is permanent, be sure you see a dentist you trust. Your smile is your signature, a unique expression of who you are. Whether you remove or keep mamelons, wear your smile with confidence and joy. After all, it is your smile that lights up the world, mamelons or not.
Have you ever noticed tiny rounded bumps on the edges of your teeth when you flash a smile in the mirror? These intriguing features are called mamelons.
Interestingly, mamelons don’t hold any clinical significance to dental health. They’re like nature’s temporary decoration on your teeth. Usually, they will wear away as we chew and
bite into foods like apples, meat, and Tootsie Rolls (why are they so hard?). But if your teeth are misaligned, this won’t be the case. For instance, if you have an open bite where teeth
Mamelons are the delicate, scalloped waves that grace the edges of your teeth, specifically the incisors — those four prominent
don’t meet as they should, the enamel ridges won’t get the natural wear and tear they need to smooth away. Then the question is what to do about these ornaments in your smile. Should they stay, or should they go? They aren’t villains in our oral health story. They don’t interfere with our chewing habits, nor do they pose a threat to our oral health. However, many people still wish to have them removed for aesthetic reasons.
teeth standing guard at the front of our mouth on the top and bottom. Mamelons are made entirely of enamel and usually appear in groups of three per tooth.
The presence of mamelons is most noticeable in children. As a new tooth makes its grand entrance, these little ridges announce its arrival. Think of them as sets of miniature mountain ranges, ready to be smoothed out by life's journey. However, not all mamelons go away. Some stick with us through adulthood.
The removal process can be done while you sit comfortably in the dentist’s chair. The dentist will
Chipotle-Inspired Chicken Burrito Bowl
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INGREDIENTS • 2 boneless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup
• 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 tsp paprika • 1 tsp cumin • 1/2 tsp chili pepper • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp pepper
sour cream
• 1/4 cup
shredded cheese
For Salsa •
1 tbsp chopped cilantro 1/2 tomato, chopped 1/2 onion, chopped 2 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 cup white or brown rice, cooked • 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce • 1 cup canned corn • 1 cup canned black beans • 1 avocado, cubed
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4 tbsp lime juice
Salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. In a medium-size bowl, add chicken, olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix until chicken is evenly coated. 2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken for 7 minutes or until cooked through. Set aside on a plate. 3. In a large bowl, layer the rice, lettuce, corn, beans, and cooked chicken. 4. In a separate bowl, mix together salsa ingredients, then pour over the chicken mixture. 5. Top with avocado, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. Enjoy!
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