Q: What do dentists do on a roller coaster? A: Braces themselves.
Your Smile, Your Way
Missing teeth can affect your entire body. The gap in your smile can create additional dental and
HOW DENTAL IMPLANTS CAN IMPROVE YOUR LIFE
sinus issues, and because eating is more difficult with missing teeth, your body may not get the proper
vitamins and minerals it needs to function at a healthy rate. Those same nutrients are needed to keep your teeth strong; without them, your smile continues to suffer.
False teeth have been the answer to tooth loss for decades, but visions of Grandpa’s dentures scare people away from seeking help. Dentures can be a viable option, but for patients seeking a more permanent solution, dental implants can offer them a confident smile that better fits their lifestyle. In fact, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, implants can be the next best thing to natural teeth, and the Academy for Oral Implantology in Austria reports a 97 percent success rate among patients. So, what makes dental implants so effective? Dental implants are surgically planted into your jaw bone within the teeth sockets. Screws anchor these false chompers to your jaw, and they can even be used to stabilize dentures in your mouth. The implants are designed and colored to look like your real teeth as well. This process may sound painful, complicated, and scary, but dental implant technology has vastly improved in recent years. Most patients even report feeling less pain during the procedure than when the tooth initially fell out! Dental implants are designed to mimic your teeth, acting as a permanent fixture in your mouth, so smiling, laughing, and eating are no longer a concern. It is important to consider your lifestyle and health when contemplating dental implants. This procedure is best for patients who have a strong bone density and immune system, since the process can be slightly invasive. The procedure is recommended for patients who adhere to strict oral hygiene routines, and it is not an option for smokers or tobacco users.
Strawberry Mango Paletas
Inspired by Food & Wine Magazine
Ingredients
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1 1/4 cups strawberries, chopped 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and chopped
Directions
1. In a saucepan, toss strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. 2. Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer over moderate heat. Cook strawberries until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. 3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Let cool completely, about 45 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, in a blender, purée mangoes with 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth. Scrape into a medium bowl and clean the blender. Then, purée strawberry mixture until smooth. 5. Into 8 3-ounce ice pop molds, spoon 2 tablespoons mango purée. Add 2 tablespoons strawberry purée to each mold, then top with remaining mango purée, leaving 1/2 inch between filling and top of mold. 6. Using a small knife, gently swirl layers together. 7. Insert ice pop sticks and freeze until solid. 8. Dip molds in hot water for a few seconds, then unmold paletas and serve immediately.
If you want to feel confident in your smile and achieve optimal oral health, the experts at Woo Wang Dental can help. Learn more by calling 301.993.1833 or 240.683.3833, or visit MyBestDentalCare.com.
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