{"id":125,"date":"2020-11-09T23:10:53","date_gmt":"2020-11-09T23:10:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/?p=125"},"modified":"2020-12-09T23:11:01","modified_gmt":"2020-12-09T23:11:01","slug":"four-functions-of-teeth-you-never-think-about","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/09\/four-functions-of-teeth-you-never-think-about\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Functions of Teeth You Never Think About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Teeth are\npretty fascinating when you think about them. They come in various shapes,\nsizes and shades. Whether you have prosthetic teeth, such as dentures, or real\nteeth, they serve the same purpose and functions. Routine visits to your family\ndentist in Wharton are key to keeping your smile on point. Preventive care<\/a> will ensure your teeth can continue\nto fulfill their roles for years to come. Here are four ways your teeth help\nyou live your best life and keep smiling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Maintaining Bone Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teeth\nreinforce the jawbone and work to keep it healthy and strong. They also support\nthe muscles and bones that are responsible for facial expressions.  Interestingly enough, your entire appearance\ncan change without the presence of teeth! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prosthetic\nteeth, such as dentures, also help maintain adequate bone support. They prevent\ndeterioration and reabsorption of the bone by keeping the jawbone stimulated\nand moving. Cosmetically speaking, they make the face appear fuller and more\nyouthful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aiding in Digestion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teeth play a very important role in digestion. Imagine snacking\non your favorite chips, eating a handful of almonds, or indulging in a nice\nsteak. Chewing these items would\nbe incredibly difficult and also quite painful. Teeth break down food\ninto smaller, more easily digestible pieces, and help prevent potential\nconditions such as heart burn, indigestion, and acid reflux.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you\nmissing natural teeth? Well fitting, comfortable dentures can ensure\nthat food is broken up properly. This allows your body to get the maximum\namount of vitamins and nutrients out of each and every bite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perfecting Speech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Can you imagine talking without teeth? They play such an\nimportant role in making proper sounds\nand help with enunciation! Letter sounds such as t, f, and v would be very\ndifficult to make if you didn\u2019t have a full smile or prosthetic teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporting Smiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

They say a smile is worth a thousand words. A smile without teeth can possibly render\nsomeone speechless, and not in a good way! Teeth play a very important role in\nfirst impressions. Nearly 29% of Americans say they are the first thing they\nnotice when speaking to someone. More noteworthy, 24% say that teeth are\nthe facial aspect they remember the most after meeting someone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s clear that life would be drastically different without\nteeth. If you are suffering from issues associated with missing teeth, it may\nbe time to look into dentures in Wharton. \nSchedule an appointment with your dentist to get your smile in tip-top\ncondition today! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For over 15 years, Wharton Dental has focused on providing\npatients with exceptional dental care. Dr. Phil Tiet and Dr. Monica Gerges are\ncompassionate and highly skilled family dentists. They have many years of\nexperience in providing quality\ntooth replacement options, such as dentures \u2013 and they can also help keep\nnatural teeth looking and feeling great with regular checkups! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like\nto learn more about replacing missing teeth, please call (979)532-1920,\nor you can also schedule an appointment through our website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Teeth are pretty fascinating when you think about them. They come in various shapes, sizes and shades. Whether you have prosthetic teeth, such as dentures, or real teeth, they serve the same purpose and functions. Routine visits to your family dentist in Wharton are key to keeping your smile on point. Preventive care will ensure […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n4 Reasons to Be Thankful for Your Teeth, Wharton | Wharton Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you tired of trying to chew food with missing teeth? 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