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Composite vs Silver Fillings
When you visit the dentist for a routine exam and cleaning, your dentist will look for evidence of any dental caries, or cavities. If tooth decay is detected, a filling will likely be recommend a filling, often times a composite resin to be exact. A composite filling is a mixture of plastic and glass that […]
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month: Have You Been Screened?
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Have you had your screening yet? All patients who make an appointment for a cleaning in April will receive a free oral cancer screening. Schedule your appointment today! Early detection is key in treating and surviving oral cancer. An estimated 43,250 new cases are diagnosed each year. Survival rate […]
Study Suggest Xylitol May Not Live Up to Expectations
***UPDATED: November 5, 2015*** Orthodontic patients with fixed appliances have been shown to be susceptible to oral health issues, like dental caries. In an effort to minimize risk, patients have often been advised to chew gums or mints containing xylitol, a sweetening substance that has previously been thought to have decay-preventing qualities. However, according to […]
Understanding Dental Pain and Brain Function
There’s been a new discovery in dental anesthesia, helping professionals better understand dental pain and hopefully how to limit it. While local anesthesia has been used in dentistry for over a century, no one ever understood how the pain is associated with brain mechanisms. According to a recent Dental Tribune article, new research has now […]
Gum Disease and Postmenopausal Women
***UPDATED: February 26, 2017*** In addition to helping women with menopause-related issues, like hot flashes, bone density and sexual satisfaction, scientists have found that estrogen therapy, that is used to treat osteoporosis, can lead to healthier teeth and gums. According to a recent article from Science Daily, as estrogen levels fall during menopause, women tend […]
Next Generation Toothpaste Revolutionizes Dental Care
There’s a new brand of toothpaste being developed, and it may change the dental care world as we know it. Chances are, you’re still using the same brand of toothpaste that you grew up with. And while several varieties of the good old stuff have hit the shelves, the effectiveness hasn’t changed all that much […]
Saliva Test Could Be Key in Early Diagnosis of Autism
As National Children’s Dental Health Month comes to a close, let’s start a discussion about one of the most talked about childhood disorders: autism. Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that generally appears before the age of 3. It usually influences the development of the brain in the areas of social interaction, communication, and cognitive […]
Oral Health and Our Hispanic Community
According to a recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), periodontal disease is most prevalent among ethnic minorities, specifically the Hispanic population. Because these findings have a direct impact on our immediate community, we’re taking notice. The research found that 63% of Hispanic adults and 59% of African-American adults in the […]
Parenting Styles to Prevent Tooth Decay
There are several traits that you can pass along to your kids. They can get your eyes, your hair color, and even the shape of your nose. But did you know that your positive behaviors can also be passed along to your little ones? The same can be said for your less-than-desirable behaviors as well. […]
Oral Health Changes in Older Adults
***UPDATED: July 20, 2015*** According to a recent article from the American Dental Association, the United States Senate unanimously approved legislation that would authorize oral health screenings for seniors under the Older Americans Act. “For the first time since the bill’s enactment in 1965, oral health is specifically referenced in the OAA,” the Association said. […]
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