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Hormones and Your Oral Health: While many things change with age, one thing that doesn’t change is the importance of caring for your teeth. In fact, it might become even more important as we age. So we’re celebrating Older American’s Month by offering some education on elderly dental care to help you or your loved ones manage oral health through the golden years.
After a tooth is pulled, especially wisdom teeth, some people experience a condition referred to as “dry socket”, a painful condition that is many times worse than the discomfort following tooth removal. Thankfully it can be treated, but it is best if you can prevent dry socket to begin with.
As a parent, every milestone our children go through is both exciting and educational. As a first-time parent, we learn everything we can, either deliberately or by experience. And despite feeling more prepared when number two (or three or four) arrives, we soon discover all children are different and we get to learn something new all over again.
The same is true with baby teething and kids losing teeth. Here’s what you need to know about kids losing teeth.
So, your dentist has recommended a deep teeth cleaning – what the heck is that and do you really need it? The answer is yes, you need it. Let us explain.
Chances are you’ve been learning about the benefits of good oral hygiene since you were first introduced to a toothbrush as a child. We all know brushing our teeth should be a part of our daily routine, but the benefits of good oral hygiene go far beyond fresh breath. Good oral hygiene is the number one way to prevent gum disease, a condition afflicting nearly half of American adults according to a study by the American Academy of Periodontology.
Is it an old wives’ tale that does Sugar Cause Cavities? Is it just an excuse parents use to scare children away from indulging in a bag of Halloween candy? Is it why dentists always give away extra toothbrushes and toothpaste this time of year?
One of the most common things done at a routine dental visit is having x-rays. It’s those x-rays that allow the dentist to take a closer look at the overall health of your teeth to detect damage and disease affecting the roots and bones of your mouth, and to look for any possible cavities – things that aren’t visible during a routine visual exam. Sounds good, right? But then we cover you in a heavy vest and ask pregnant women to forgo x-rays which prompts lots of questions from our patients about dental x-ray safety. So, let’s talk about it!
If you suffer from dry mouth, you’re not alone. While estimates vary widely, it’s safe to say millions of people experience dry mouth at some point. If you are one of them, you know night time is often the worst, waking up parched, and without relief can be uncomfortable and frustrating. Not only is it annoying and often painful, chronic dry mouth can lead to tooth decay and gum disease if untreated. Wouldn’t it be nice to learn how to prevent dry mouth while sleeping and find some relief?