More and more dentists are encouraging brushing your teeth with sugar. How can this be? The type of sugar they want you to brush with is very specific. It's called Xylitol and it's a naturally occurring alcohol sugar readily available to consumers throughout the nation. One of the more common places it is used is […]
Most of us have had a cavity at some point in our lives and often times it's very painful. But sometimes it's not painful at all and you are surprised to hear your Miami dentist tell you there's a cavity that needs to be filled. What exactly is a cavity, how can you prevent them […]
If you meet with your Miami sedation dentist, you might hear him talk about conscious sedation dentistry. But what is the difference between conscious sedation and sedation dentistry? Basically, with conscious sedation, the patient is awake and verbally responsive but in a very relaxed state. The type of anesthesia used for conscious sedation is also […]
You are probably familiar with the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal on many products for your teeth and mouth but do you know exactly what this means. We know it's a good thing. Miami dentists and consumers have long recognized the ADA Seal of Acceptance as a strong endorsement for any product that carries this […]
We all know some of the bad foods that will harm our teeth over time including candy, soda, and sugar. The good news is that cosmetic dentists are aware of some healthy foods that can actually help to keep your teeth in good shape. These foods will not cancel out the need for oral care […]
Dental phobia and anxiety is a real condition that affects millions. The American Association of Endodontists reports that about 80% of Americans experience some degree of anxiety about going to the dentist. About half of these people actually avoid the dentist because of these feelings. About 5-10% of these people are considered dental phobics because […]
Taking care of your oral health is so important to your overall well being. One important aspect of the health of your teeth is how strong your enamel is. As the enamel wears, tooth erosion can occur and this causes a whole host of problems that your cosmetic dentist in Miami should be able to […]
Sedation dentistry has come a long way over the years due to the demand of sedation procedures. About 1/3 of Americans experience significant nervousness when they go to the dentist. Reasons range from the fear of pain, to the fear of finding something may be wrong, or they simply are very uncomfortable with someone being […]
Miami sedation dentists, along with hundreds of dentists across the nation, recently celebrated 66 years of community water fluoridation with the ADA, the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Recognition was held at the National Oral Health Conference in April honoring dozens of communities with 2010 […]
You may have asked yourself if you need to find a Miami dentist for your young child. Parents often question the importance of taking good care of baby teeth. Pediatric dentistry is important and getting your child regular checkups can help keep your child's overall health in check. In today's environment, children are consuming more […]