Periodontal Disease and Aging Adults
More than 70% of adults age 65 and older have periodontal disease, but with proper care and treatment, it can be prevented. What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal (“peri” meaning around and “dontal” meaning teeth) disease is an infection of the areas that surround your teeth. More commonly known as gum disease, periodontal disease occurs when […]
Caring for Your Oral Health
Oral Health From plaque to past dental work needing repair, women face a multitude of oral health challenges. How they care for their teeth can affect their overall health. Women’s teeth are constantly under strain. After all, biting, chewing, talking, and general aging can affect the look and function of anyone’s pearly whites. While the […]
Advancements in Dentistry
Enhanced Dental Care 3-D imaging is created new possibilities in modern dentistry. Dental Procedures X-rays and medical CT scans are often a necessary step in preparing patients for dental procedures. In the past, numerous x-rays were required to develop a complete view of teeth. Fortunately, recent advancements in technology have allowed for a new, more […]
Advancements in Periodontal Health
FASTBRACES®
What are FASTBRACES®? For teens or adults looking to straighten their smile in a short amount of time while leaving their natural bite intact, FASTBRACES® might be the answer. This treatment plan has been growing in popularity for its ability to cut a patient’s orthodontic timeline nearly in half if they don’t require any […]
Oral Health
Treating Tooth Loss and Decay How Does Aging Affect the Mouth? According to Harvard Health, older adults suffer higher rates of gum disease, dental decay, oral cancer, and mouth infections. Gum disease is particularly common among older adults, affecting about 70% of adults 65 years and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and […]
Oral Health
Symptoms and Causes of Dry Mouth What is Dry Mouth? Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, refers to any condition in which your mouth is unusually dry. The average healthy person produces about a quart of saliva daily. This watery substance helps prevent tooth decay by neutralizing acids produced by bacteria, limiting bacterial growth, and […]
Worst Foods for Your Teeth
Did you know Americans spend over a billion dollars annually on over-the-counter teeth whiteners? No one wants dark-stained teeth, and while you could turn to white strips or professional treatment to reverse the damage, preventing it altogether is a smarter (and cheaper) alternative. So how do you prevent stained teeth, besides shunning the top teeth […]
Pediatric Dentistry
When should I first take my child to the dentist? You should take your child to the dentist when the first tooth appears or no later than his or her first birthday, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Why so early? National studies have shown that preschool-aged children are getting more cavities. More […]
Orthodontic Treatments
Why see an orthodontist? If you are concerned with you or your child’s smile or bite, an orthodontist can likely help. Crowded or spaced teeth along with jaw growth problems can lead to a poor bite, or malocclusion. Malocclusion poses several problems. For one, you may not like the way your teeth look or the […]
