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Heart Health: Don't Neglect Dental Care

Heart disease runs in my family, and I have been determined my entire life to not become a statistic. I eat well, and I exercise every day. I also visit my general practitioner every year for a full health check-up. One day, when discussing my family history of heart disease, my doctor asked me how often I visited the dentist. This was not a question I expected. I told her that I hadn't been to one in a while. She told me that a large part of keeping my heart in good shape was keeping my teeth healthy, and that I should start going to the dentist every 6-months. I researched online and found out how right she was! Now, I never skip a dental check-up. I created this blog to help others with heart problems in their families realize how important dental care is for them.

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Keeping Your Dentures Sparkly White: Natural Methods You Can Use

26 September 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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Just like regular teeth, dentures can be damaged and stained by common beverages and foods. Coffee, wine, chocolate, berries, and other brightly-hued or dark-colored food and drink items can take take their toll on your teeth and make them look less sparkly white than you would like. If you want your dentures to have a more whitish appearance rather than yellow, brown, or gray, then there are a few natural methods you can use to keep your false smile nearly perfect.

Baking soda

Use the same baking soda you keep in your cupboard or fridge to help deodorize and freshen your dentures. Simply add a small amount of baking soda to a cup of water then allow your dentures to soak overnight or for a few hours. Do not rub baking soda directly on your false teeth or else you risk scratching them, making them even more susceptible to stains.

Hydrogen peroxide

If you are prone to getting food stuck in your dentures, then hydrogen peroxide is an excellent home solution for not only cleaning your teeth and keeping them white, but for removing bacteria and food debris as well. Apply hydrogen peroxide directly to your dentures and rub the solution in between each tooth and on surface stains with either a toothbrush or your finger. Rinse them completely prior to placing them back in your mouth to totally remove all debris from your dentures dislodged by the solution.

White vinegar

White vinegar is well-known for its safe and natural cleaning abilities, and is often used by homeowners to clean toilets, counter tops, windows, and more. You can use this handy acidic liquid to cleanse your dentures as well. Simply mix equal parts water and white vinegar together to create a cleansing, debris-removing soak for your dentures overnight. The odor of the vinegar disappears as soon as the product dries, leaving you with beautiful, sparkling dentures you can be proud of.

These home remedies work excellently to keep your dentures clean and free of stains, and should be incorporated into your regular denture care routine as recommended by your dentist. If you need further assistance in keeping your dentures free of stains, consider rinsing your mouth after eating or drinking to reduce possible stains. Your dentist may also recommend a bleaching agent made specifically for dentures if your issue is very severe. With the right care and techniques, you can always have a smile you can be proud of.