Dental Bits
Have you ever thought about getting porcelain veneers? Many patients consider veneers when they want to improve their smiles. Maybe they have chipped or missing teeth, difficult stains and blemishes, or simply desire a more consistent look across their smile. There are many reasons to pursue custom veneers. The Porcelain Smile Are Porcelain Veneers Right for You?
before moving forward with veneers. At the same time, you will also need to have enough tooth enamel for the veneers to be affixed to. Do you have crooked teeth? If your teeth are crooked or misaligned, then there may be a chance you won’t qualify for veneers, or your procedure will have to be delayed. More often than not, this affects those with more severe tooth issues. Why? When veneers are installed, it’s not uncommon for part of a tooth to be removed to ensure the veneer fits perfectly. The more out of alignment a tooth is, the more tooth material may need to be removed, leading to pain or sensitivity. The straighter your teeth, the easier the process.
If you’re considering veneers, it’s important to keep in mind that porcelain veneers aren’t for everybody. There are a few questions you can ask yourself and your dentist to determine your next steps.
What are your dental habits? When you grind your teeth, bite your fingernails, or chew on ice, you may be damaging your teeth. Those same activities can also damage veneers. Think of veneers as an investment — one you will want to keep around for years to come.
Are your teeth and gums healthy? If they are, great! Veneers benefit from healthy, strong teeth and gums. If you do have tooth or gum disease, then chances are you will need to treat any current dental issues
Recipes For a healthy You!
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What’s Cooking
PISTACHIO GOJI BERRY GRANOLA
Ingredients
Basic Membership
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1 cup rolled oats 1/2 teaspoon salt
$325 Year
• Basic Dental Cleaning (2 per year) • Doctor Exams (2 per year) • Necessary X-rays (2 per year) • Fluoride Treatment (2 per year) • Up to 20% Off Dental Treatment
1 tablespoon coconut oil 3 tablespoons maple syrup
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1/3 cup pistachios, chopped 1/4 cup coconut flakes 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/3 cup goji berries
Perio PLUS Membership
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• Gum Therapy Maintenance (4 per year) • Doctor Exams (2 per year)
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$450 Year
• Necessary X-rays (2 per year) • Fluoride Treatment (2 per year) • Up to 25% Off Dental Treatment
Directions
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1. Heat a large skillet over low heat. Add oats in a thin layer and toast for 1–2 minutes. Add coconut oil and salt, then stir. Continue toasting for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Add maple syrup 1 tablespoon at a time; stir to coat. 3. Once oats are toasted, add pistachios, coconut flakes, and cinnamon. Cook slowly until pistachios and coconut flakes are toasted but not burned, for about 5 minutes. 4. Remove from pan and stir in goji berries. 5. Let cool and enjoy as a snack or on top of your yogurt!
PREMIUM Membership
• Basic Dental Cleaning or Gum Therapy Maintenance (4 per year) • Doctor Exams ( 4 per year) • Necessary X-rays (2 per year) • Fluoride Treatment (2 per year) • Up to 35% Off Dental Treatment
$550 Year
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