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Routine Teeth Cleaning Aids Early Treatment Opportunities for Chronic Disease
Heart disease, diabetes, and pancreatic cancer—all of these diseases appear to have nothing to do with your bi-annual teeth cleaning, right? However, conclusive evidence has surfaced that your total-body health is directly connected to the state of your oral health. Cavities, gum disease, and even tartar build-up can be signs of disease throughout the body. The symptoms are easy for…
Continue readingThe Nightmare of Gum Disease
Have you ever had that dream, the one where your teeth are falling out? For many American adults, of all ages, tooth loss isn’t just a nightmare, it’s a real problem. Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults and it’s not just a disease that impacts the older population. One study found that 60 percent of…
Continue readingSave Your Teeth with Your Toothbrush – 6 Essential Tips for Better Brushing
If you ask a family dentistry expert about the importance of brushing techniques, you’ll get a clear answer; improper oral hygiene is at the root of most tooth and gum conditions, so brushing the right way is critical. Given the high cost of dental care, finding an affordable dentist to detect and treat problems early is essential, but you can…
Continue readingThe Many Roles of Saliva in Your Mouth
Saliva, which you may know better as spit, has a more important role in your mouth than you may think. Sure, it helps you eat your food, but did you know that it has a lot of other roles that play a big part in how your body works? It's also a main component of your dental health! According to…
Continue readingWhat is Dental Plaque?
You've probably heard the term plaque before, but do you really know what it is? Your dentist may have pointed out that you do a great job getting rid of it by brushing, flossing and rinsing with mouthwash regularly, but if you're not sure what it is, you might not appreciate your good oral hygiene habits. According to the American…
Continue readingHow to Care for Dentures
Dentures are useful tools that can help cover missing teeth and improve a person's smile. However, just because you have a full set of dentures doesn't mean that you don't have to continue practicing good oral care habits. It's essential to take good care of your dentures to make them last and keep your mouth safe. Here's how. Remove and…
Continue readingErgonomically designed toothbrush aids seniors and others with dexterity problems
A new type of toothbrush that has a child-like design may also be a welcome addition to the brushing needs of senior citizens.The Rockee is a mechanical brush with an ergonomically designed handle that seniors with arthritis and anyone with dexterity problems will find easy to grip and handle during their daily dental care routine.As an added benefit, the new style…
Continue readingWith proper care, seniors can have teeth that last a lifetime
People often believe that losing one's teeth is a natural part of aging, but it's not. Many elderly people keep all or most of their teeth because they maintain good dental habits and visit the dentist office on a regular basis.Still, teeth go through an aging process just as other parts of the body do. They become stained from drinking tea,…
Continue readingMouthwash adds extra hygienic punch after brushing and flossing
When people discuss dental hygiene with their family dentist, a lot of attention is given to brushing teeth properly and flossing to keep gum inflammation from occurring. But it turns out, the third piece in the dental triumvirate – rinsing with mouthwash – may be more important than previously believed.A study published in a recent issue of the journal General…
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