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The Complex Story of Teeth: Solving Mysteries With Dental Records and More
Just like your fingerprints, your teeth are unique to you. We may not think about it all that often, but your teeth are very specific to you and within them lies a very secret history of you, your life, and your past. We know, it’s a somewhat morbid topic to discuss during the Christmas season,
5 Recommendations To Keep Your Teeth Clean This Holiday Season
If there is one thing that goes hand in hand it’s the holidays and sweets. From gingerbread cookies to homemade banana nut bread, a handful of chocolate bark, and it wouldn’t be Christmas without sugar cookies, would it? It’s generally hard to avoid sugar-filled foods once Halloween rolls around. What tends to happen between now
3 Reasons You May Need a Tooth Extraction
The goal is always to preserve your teeth; however, there are circumstances in which a tooth extraction is not only necessary but can you help you preserve your other teeth and get rid of a painful disease. When this type of circumstance rises, the last thing you want to do is take matters into your
The Fascinating Origins of Dentures and the Art of Fake Teeth
Ever heard of people putting out newspaper ads for human teeth? Well, it happened. Many people wince at the thought of dentures, but the truth is that more than half of Americans between ages 65-76 wear them. No big deal. It’s quite common and we’re lucky to live in an era where the technology is
Achieving That Hollywood Smile: Celebrities With Porcelain Veneers
A bright, beautiful smile conveys confidence and joy. In order to achieve and maintain a brilliant smile, it’s necessary to go beyond the toothbrush. Many people choose teeth whitenings, cleaning, and braces to obtain the perfect smile. In some cases, these options may not yield the results you’re dreaming of. You may look at famous
Is Teeth Whitening Worth It?
How many times have you taken a selfie only to delete it because your smile isn’t as white as you’d hope? Try as you might, your teeth may not reach the degree of white you’re dreaming of. Instead of wasting money on mouth strips or other products that do more harm than good, you should
Four Ways Dental Exams Can Save Your Health
You know how they say that the eyes are the windows to the soul? Well, your teeth are like the window to the rest of your health. Taking care of your mouth is an important part of living a healthy life. At Lee Trevino Dental we are constantly keeping up with new innovative and revolutionary
What You Should Know About Dental Implants
People lose their teeth for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you suffered from a traumatic accident or maybe you lost your teeth due to disease. No matter the reason, it’s necessary to seek alternatives in order to restore your smile. Dental implants are some of the best, and most permanent, options available today. Whether you’re
The Connection Between Teeth and Diabetes
Approximately 30 million people in the US have diabetes. Given that diabetes is developed by the food we consume there is a strong connection between your teeth and diabetes. When we eat too much sugar our body has trouble creating insulation, the hormone that carries sugar from the blood cells and uses it for energy.
