Category Archives: Dentistry & Your General Health
How Smoking & Tobacco Negatively Impact Your Oral Health
We often hear about how dangerous smoking can be for your general health, but I thought it would be a good idea to highlight the effects of tobacco specifically on your oral health, as the effects can be life-altering. Bacterial infection Smoking reduces blood flow to the gums, leaving them at a high risk of […]
Does Your Mouth Feel Like A Desert? You May Have Dry Mouth Syndrome…
Also known as xerostomia, dry mouth syndrome is a condition associated with a decrease in saliva production. Aside from being irritating and uncomfortable, xerostomia can also compromise one’s overall general and dental health and wellbeing and should therefore never be ignored. Symptoms Some of the symptoms one may experience with Dry Mouth Syndrome can include: […]
Dental Abscesses – What They Are And Why They Should Be Treated Promptly And Properly
A dental abscess is an accumulation of pus that can be found near or around a tooth. There are different types of abscesses and they must all be taken seriously and addressed by a dentist with immediacy. It is highly unlikely that an abscess will simply go away on its own, but quite likely that […]
How Your Dentist Can Help With Canker Sores
While canker sores aren’t usually a serious problem, they can be bothersome and uncomfortable. Here are some facts that will hopefully enable you to better understand what they are all about and in turn, be useful in helping you treat or avoid them in the future. Two types of canker sores Canker sores are small […]
Alcohol And Your Oral Health
With many celebrating St. Patrick’s Day earlier this week, I was inspired to write about the connection between alcohol and oral health. While I am quite certain that many will not be pleased to learn that there is indeed a strong relationship between the two, I believe it is important to know the negative impact […]
Dr. Steve’s Top 10 Reasons To Visit The Dentist Regularly
1) Help Prevent Gum Disease & Tooth Loss Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss. If diagnosed in its early stages (gingivitis), it can be treated.Waiting, however, can lead to a more advanced stage called periodontitis. 2) Screening for Oral Cancer Oral cancer can be deadly. However, if diagnosed early, it […]
The Latest Dental Research… And How It Applies To You
As a Dentist, I spend many hours reading dental Journals to ensure that I keep current in my field. Taking things a step further, I thought I’d share a summary of some of the latest research findings with you and provide some recommendations accordingly. Cheese may prevent cavities Journal: General Dentistry Summary: Researchers looked at […]
Inflamed Gums… What They Could Be Telling You
Inflamed gums are a common concern for many people. If ignored, they could lead to tooth loss or even more serious consequences if the inflammation is a sign of a medical condition. There are many reasons to explain why gums can bleed, become sore and swollen, including… Using the wrong type of toothbrush Toothbrush bristles […]
Something To Chew On: The Pros And Cons Of Gum
Like most things in this world, the matter of gum chewing is not one that is black and white. While some may consider it to be an unattractive and even damage-causing habit, research studies have demonstrated that there are indeed benefits to chewing gum. The Cons… Sugar: Chewing gum sweetened with sugars like high-fructose corn […]
Your Dentist Could Save Your Life! April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
When you go for a checkup at your dental office, your dentist is not only assessing the general health of your gums and teeth. Dentists are trained in the diagnosis of oral cancer, an extremely important component of a routine dental exam. Oral Cancer Can Be Deadly I hate to sound so grim, but this […]
