{"id":1018,"date":"2013-10-09T16:06:29","date_gmt":"2013-10-09T16:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/2013\/10\/your-healthy-smile-timeline-ages-40-60\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T14:39:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T14:39:57","slug":"your-healthy-smile-timeline-ages-40-60","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/your-healthy-smile-timeline-ages-40-60\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Healthy Smile Timeline: Ages 40-60"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/GEN40-60Timeline_Main.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-623580\" \/><strong>IT\u2019S TIME TO TALK ABOUT 40\u201360 YEAR OLD SMILES<\/strong> in our <strong>Healthy Smile Timeline Series<\/strong>! And again, don\u2019t forget that if YOU don\u2019t fall into this category <strong>share this post with someone who does<\/strong>\u2014a family member, coworker, parent or friend. Great oral health is important for everyone.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2911\" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/contentlibrary.socialmediafordentistry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2013\/09\/FinalTimelineGEN.jpeg\" width=\"543\" height=\"244\" \/><h3><strong>Must-Do\u2019s, Ages 40\u201360:<\/strong><\/h3><ul><li>It\u2019s estimated that up to 3\/4 of adults over age 35 have some degree of gum disease. This can usually be prevented with flossing and brushing, but if it\u2019s already progressed <strong>you may need extra care from our team<\/strong>. Talk to us if you\u2019re experiencing bleeding gums.<\/li><li>Some research shows that <strong>bad oral health may be linked to systemic problem<\/strong>s like heart disease, dementia, diabetes, and stroke. <strong>Keep your whole body healthy by keeping your mouth healthy<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3><strong>Should-Do\u2019s, Ages 40\u201360:<\/strong><\/h3><ul><li>Restorative treatments (such as crowns and dental fillings) are more convenient, comfortable and affordable than ever before. Do you have old, badly worn dental work? <strong>It may be time to replace those old fillings or crowns<\/strong> before they crack and cause discomfort.<\/li><\/ul><h3><strong>Could-Do\u2019s, Ages 40\u201360:<\/strong><\/h3><ul><li>Studies show that people look younger when they smile. And the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aacd.com\/index.php?module=cms&amp;page=1259\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>AACD <\/strong><\/a>(American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry) recently reported that most Americans 50 and over believe that <strong>a smile overcomes the effects of aging<\/strong> more effectively than any other physical attribute.<\/li><li>Nothing makes you <em>feel<\/em> younger than a healthy, vibrant smile. <strong>Talk to us about cosmetic dentistry options.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><h3><strong>Take Care Of Your Smile And It Will Take Care Of You!<\/strong><\/h3>\nYou\u2019re in the prime of life. Stay the course, stick to your great oral health habits, and don\u2019t neglect your regular check-ups. Through preventative care <strong>you really can keep your healthy smile for life<\/strong>. Take good care of your smile now to prevent problems down the road.\n\nIf you have any questions about tips mentioned in this post, don\u2019t hesitate to<strong> ask us<\/strong> about it. Comment below, or give us a <strong>call<\/strong>.\n<h4>As always, thanks for your continued trust in our practice! 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