Silfa Dental Blog

Soothing Smiles: 4 Health Benefits of Grinning

September 8, 2024

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Facial closeup of woman framing her smile with thumbs and pointers

If you’ve recently upgraded your grin with one or more cosmetic dental procedures, it’s natural to want to show off the results. Whether you had your teeth professionally whitened for an upcoming event or had veneers placed to mask unsightly blemishes, your dentist can improve your appearance to boost your confidence.

However, did you know that showing off your newly enhanced smile can also benefit your health? Continue reading to learn four of the rewards of having a happy visage!

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Fact or Fiction: 5 Common Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry

July 25, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drsilfa @ 3:50 pm
A woman selecting a shade of veneer.

If you’ve been considering cosmetic dentistry but are hesitant to act due to myths and misconceptions you may have heard, there’s no need to let confusing hearsay hold you back. Here are five common fallacies about cosmetic dentistry, and the truth about this exciting branch of oral health!

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How Dentures Can Harm Your Nutrition: Causes & Solutions

May 16, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drsilfa @ 11:46 am
An older woman smiling and eating a green salad

If you rely on dentures, you know that they help you eat meals. Their artificial teeth are strong enough to let you bite many softer foods. Still, they don’t do a perfect job – dentures can harm your nutrition and (as a result) your physical health. If you’d like to learn the reason, it isn’t a hard thing to grasp. Just keep reading to learn the connection between dentures and nutrition, as well as what to do about it.

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Is It Possible to Kiss with Dentures?

February 13, 2024

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Lady smiles

Dating can be a stressful ordeal to begin with, but you might have special concerns about making a great impression if you wear dentures. If you’re worried about kissing properly while wearing false teeth, then you’ll be happy to learn that kissing with dentures is no different than kissing with all of your natural teeth as long as your appliance stays in place. Here’s a brief guide to keeping your dentures in kissing shape.

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Dental Implants Are Just Like Real Teeth, but Can They Get Stains?

January 12, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drsilfa @ 9:00 pm
Dental implant

Dental implants are the best available way to replace missing teeth. They look and function like natural teeth, allowing the patient to enjoy any sort of food they like, and are implanted directly in the jawbone so they can keep it stimulated and healthy. While dental implants are stain-resistant, they can still develop stains over time if the patient does not take proper care of them. Here’s how dental implants can develop stains and a few tips for preventing or treating this problem.

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