You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Why Professional Teeth Cleanings are Necessary? Maybe you’ve never had a cavity in your life. Perhaps you practically gloat about how great your oral hygiene is. These are all great things to be proud of. Of course, no matter how healthy your smile is this doesn’t mean that you can…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” What To Look for in a Mouth Rinse The Type of Mouth Rinse you use Could be Doing More Than Freshen Breath As a regular part of your daily hygiene you may be using a mouthrinse — or “mouthwash” — mainly to keep your mouth feeling fresh and clean. Some…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Age Related Dental Problems Take Years off Your Smile by Treating Age-Related Dental Problems You may be able to slow the aging process with healthy habits but you can’t stop it. Every part of your body will change, including your teeth and gums. And even with great dental hygiene and…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Fillings Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other countries? Is there a filling material that matches tooth color? If my tooth doesn’t hurt and my filling is…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Infection Control Standards and Best Practice With all of the increased media attention on infection outbreaks such as AIDS and multi-drug resistant strains of viruses, it’s no wonder people have heightened concerns about infection control during a medical procedure. Gloves, gowns and masks are required to be worn in all…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Medication and Heart Disease Certain kinds of medications can have an adverse effect on your teeth. Long ago, children exposed to tetracycline developed tooth problems, including discoloration, later in life. The medication fell out of use, however, and is not an issue today. The best precaution is to ask your…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Latex Allergy Naturally occurring latex has been linked in recent years to allergic reactions in people who use such products as latex gloves. The proteins in the latex, which can also become airborne, can cause problems in vulnerable people such as breathing problems and contact dermatitis. Some allergic reactions, including…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Age and Oral Health Oral changes with age Is tooth loss inevitable in your later years? How much should adults be concerned about cavities? Here you will find helpful answers to some frequently asked questions about oral health questions you may have as you get older. National survey reveals baby…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Tobacco Dentistry health care that works: tobacco The American Dental Association has long been a leader in the battle against tobacco-related disease, working to educate the public about the dangers inherent in tobacco use and encouraging dentists to help their patients break the cycle of addiction. The Association has continually…
You are here:HomeCategory “Oral Health” Oral Piercing Oral piercings (usually in the tongue or around the lips) have quickly become a popular trend in today’s society. With this popular trend, it is important to realize that sometimes even precautions taken during the installation of the piercing jewelry are not enough to stave off harmful, long-term…