I have noticed one awesome "pro" in the vegan lifestyle.. DENTIST VISITS!!.. Who EVER likes to go to those?? This girl does now.. I used to dread it so much because no matter how well I took care of my teeth and gums.. I always had tons of tarter buildup.. scrape scrape.. UGH!
NOW.. my visits are so quick and easy, it's unbelievable!!! I was lazy and didn't go for almost a year.. and finally went last week.. The hygienist was so surprised.. NO buildup!! WHAT?? SWEETNESS!!! I know in my heart it's because I don't consume dairy anymore :-)
I DO have an issue with my jaw lately for some reason.. not diet related.. the dentist told me to take anti-inflammatory meds.. and " don't eat a steak" for a few days.. I smiled and said not a problem!! ( I didn't mention I am vegan and will never eat meat anyway.).
She said .. " by the way.. you have very healthy teeth" .. At 45, I felt that was a huge compliment.. I said thank you, and I walked out of the office smiling like a boss :P
In and out of there in 20 minutes tops.
I finally got braces at age 44. Hope to have them off at the start of the new year. Never too late!
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