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February 27, 2013

Bad Habits That Cause Dental Health Issues

When is the last time you saw a dentist? When is the last time you used your teeth for something other than eating? When is the last time you chewed on ice? If you are answering yes to these questions you have some bad habits that could cause dental health issues. Did you know that 20% of us have one […]
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February 2, 2013

Reasons People Avoid Dental Appointments

People have lots of reasons for avoiding dental appointments? What’s yours? Some people think oral health isn’t very important (check the science – oral health is crucial). Others experience anxiety or fear about dental visits. Lots of people feel that they can’t go to the dentist because they don’t have dental insurance – not true. Whatever the reason, regular dental […]
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January 26, 2013

Vitamins and Your Healthy Smile

People discovered a long time ago that vitamins have an effect on healthy smiles — remember sailors on long voyages experiencing scurvy? Sailors lived on dried grains and meats and didn’t have access to the vitamin C in fresh vegetables so they ended up with spongy gums and tooth loss. Keep your smile as healthy as possible by getting these […]
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January 25, 2013

Does Smoking Lead to Tooth Loss?

Smoking can lead to gum disease and gum disease leads to tooth loss. About half of gum disease in smokers is caused by smoking and studies have found that using tobacco is one of the largest risk factors for the development of gum disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection and in the early stages the gums will bleed easily […]
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January 19, 2013

Heartburn and Oral Health

Do you suffer from heartburn on a regular basis? You might suffer from GERD and this stomach problem can also affect your oral health. GERD is short-hand for gastroesophageal reflux disorder and the discomfort felt by GERD sufferers is caused by the stomach acid rising into the esophagus or mouth. This acid erodes the lining of the esophagus and also […]
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December 26, 2012

Cavities in Later Years

Lots of people find that when they get older, those golden years bring lots of new cavities. Why would you suddenly start getting cavities when you are in your 60’s or 70’s? Most of the time you can blame your medications! One side effect of many medications, including those for allergies, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, pain, anxiety or depression […]
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December 14, 2012

Coffee Protects Against Oral Cancers

Protect yourself against oral cancers by drinking caffeinated coffee, according to a new American Cancer Society study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. The poor cup ‘o Joe has gone from being demonized as being bad for your health to actually turning out to do good things for our bodies! According to the study, people who drank more than four cups […]
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November 29, 2012

Smartphones and Smiles

Usually you don’t think of smartphones and smiles – unless you are using your phone to take a photo of a smile… How did we ever live without our smartphones? Today there are apps for everything including your oral health care!  While the apps discussed here are available for iPhones there are similar apps available for other Android and Google […]
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November 21, 2012

Why Does Thanksgiving Make You Sleepy?

Hint: It isn’t necessarily the turkey on Thanksgiving that makes you sleepy but that could be part of it! Turkey is usually cited as the culprit in the after Thanksgiving coma that overtakes many of us. Yes, turkey contains L-tryptophan which does have a sleep inducing effect. Tryptophan is also metabolized by our bodies into serotonin and melatonin which help […]
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November 16, 2012

When Were You Last Screened for Oral Cancer?

If you are a patient at our office your last oral cancer screening was done at your last dental hygiene appointment and during your comprehensive examination. Oral cancer is a serious disease and the number of oral cancer cases is rising. Oral and pharyngeal cancers are diagnosed in almost 40,000 people in the US each year and about 8,000 die […]
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October 25, 2012

What is Your Bad Breath Trigger

We all have bad breath from time to time. It can be embarrassing  in both business and social situations. Finding and avoiding bad breath triggers can make the problem less likely to happen to you. Food Triggers – Onions, garlic, coffee, and sugary drinks cause bad breath but even  vegetables like cabbage add to the problem. The bad breath caused by some […]
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October 22, 2012

Oral Cancer Cases Rising

Did you know that nearly 35,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer each year and that the number of cases is rising? Sadly, the majority of these cases will be discovered after the cancer has spread to other areas of the body making treatment more difficult. Oral cancer can be effectively treated if warning signs are caught early. However, oral […]
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September 27, 2012

Canker Sore Tips by Dr. Oz

Canker sores are no fun. These annoyingly painful little sores can appear on the mucous membranes inside your cheeks, on your gums or tongue. No one is quite sure why we get them and there really isn’t a good way to make them go away quickly. We do know that if you have family members that get canker sores you […]
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September 19, 2012

Survey Says…

Richard Dawson had the famous line on his game show “Survey Says…” When dentists complete surveys, the results can run the gamut from hilarious to horrifying. Here’s a few results from the Chicago Dental Society:  –          Patients self-treat before they visit the dentist – Nearly 70% of patients attempt to treat their own dental problem before getting in the chair. […]
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August 17, 2012

Live Longer With a Healthier Smile

Over the past several decades the average American is living longer and has better dental health. But we still have a long way to go – we can stop tooth loss from preventable conditions such as tooth decay and gum disease if we all work a little harder. In 1960 the average 65 year old was already in the cemetary and had […]
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August 3, 2012

Should You Worry About Dental Erosion?

What is dental erosion and why should you worry about it? Dental erosion occurs when tooth enamel is worn away by acids in our mouth. Erosion causes teeth to become very sensitive, turns teeth yellow (something that bleaching can’t fix) and leaves them vulnerable to decay. Today the rates of dental erosion are increasing dramatically and these rates are rising especially […]
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July 2, 2012

Improve Your Oral Health IQ

How do you think you would do on a quiz about oral health? Thanks to the American Dental Association (ADA) you have a chance to find out. 90% of American adults have cavities in their teeth and almost half of all children under the age of 11 suffer from dental decay. Reducing those numbers by educating the public about prevention […]
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June 28, 2012

Sour Or Sweet – Which Is Worse For Teeth?

If you ask most people what they should avoid eating to prevent tooth decay they will answer “sugar”. Candy and sugary drinks are not the worst thing you can consume when it comes to your smile – sour flavored candy and drinks are even worse. These acidic foods erode tooth enamel and soften teeth. “Citric acid is the worst acid […]
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June 15, 2012

Can Your Dentist Improve Your Sex Life?

No, this isn’t the opening line of a new joke or the start of a story about Jennifer Aniston’s character in Horrible Bosses. New research from Taiwan shows that men with severe gum disease are at higher risk for impotence. The risk is higher in younger men and the elderly. The study found that gum disease was much more prevalent […]
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May 22, 2012

Bad Breath Triggers and Tips

Almost everyone has bad breath from time to time. It is embarrassing and can be a “deal breaker” in both business and social situations. Avoiding bad breath triggers and tips for dealing with them can make the problem less likely to happen to you. Food Triggers – Onions, garlic, coffee, and sugary drinks cause bad breath but even sulfurous vegetables […]
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