At Suncook Dental, we are pleased to provide a full range of dental care services and dental treatments. Our services include children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, preventive and restorative dentistry.
Think back to the days when your tongue served two main functions: licking soft-serve ice cream cones and taunting a sibling when you stuck it out in his direction. But the tongue actually goes beyond melting desserts and young attitude. Here are ten human tongue facts, including some of its functions. The Average Tongue Is Four Inches Long The tongue consists of two parts: anterior and posterior. The anterior tongue is mostly visible and about two thirds of the tongue's total length. The posterior tongue sits near the back of the throat and measures the other one third in length. To read the entire article by Steve Auger, please visit Colgate.com
Your teeth will feel cleaner than they have ever been when they are cleaned with the Piezo Scaler™. This high-tech tool removes deposits faster and easier with high-frequency vibrations. Patients comment there is little or no discomfort when having their teeth cleaned with this advanced scaler.
The habit: “Tooth enamel is a crystal. Ice is a crystal. When you push two crystals against each other, one will break,” Dr. Messina says. “Most of the time it’s the ice, but sometimes the tooth or a filling will break.” The solution: Drink chilled beverages without ice, or use a straw so you're not tempted. “The risk of chewing ice is greater than any pleasure that comes from chewing it,” he says. “Besides, ice is really cold!” To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
The habit: Grazing all day, especially on sugary foods and drinks, puts you at a higher risk for cavities. When you eat, cavity-causing bacteria feast leftover food, producing an acid that attacks the outer shell of your teeth. The solution: Eat balanced meals to feel fuller, longer. If you need a snack, make sure it's low in fat and sugar. If you indulge in the occasional sugary treat, follow it with a big glass of water to wash away leftover food. To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
We custom make bridges from high-quality materials to last and provide full functioning for chewing. If you have consecutive missing teeth, a bridge can fill the gap and remain stable with a crown on each side of the bridge. It is an alternative and effective solution to dental implants.