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ORAL HEALTH AND DIABETES

Diabetes is a chronic, incurable illness and a growing epidemic in the United States and Canada. More than 30 million Americans and about 3 million Canadians have diabetes. Prediabetes is even more common and, while reversible with treatment and management, most people with prediabetes don’t know they have it. Diabetes affects the body’s ability to control the production of insulin, a hormone that enables the body’s cells to use sugar. Type 1 diabetes is when Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT DENTURES

About 23 million people are completely edentulous (toothless); 90 percent of people experiencing tooth loss have dentures, and about 15 percent have dentures made each year, according to the American College of Prosthodontists. What are the types of dentures? People who have lost all or most of their teeth are candidates for complete dentures, which replace all of the teeth. The following outlines other types of dentures: Partial dentures are for people who have some Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT
COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Your dentist can perform a variety of cosmetic procedures to improve your smile — from subtle changes to major repairs. There are many options for treating teeth that are discolored, chipped, misshapen or missing. Your dentist can reshape your teeth, close spaces, restore worn teeth or alter the length of your teeth. Common procedures include teeth whitening, caps, crowns, veneers, bonding and reshaping. What is teeth whitening? Teeth whitening is a common and popular chemical Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
ABOUT CLEAR ALIGNERS

Clear aligners are a series of customized, clear plastic orthodontic appliances for individuals who want to correct issues with their bite or teeth spacing. Each aligner is designed to move teeth in small increments to improve alignment or adjust your bite. Not only are clear aligners transparent, but they also are removable, so they don’t trap plaque and debris like wire braces. Clear aligners are usually created by technicians in a production facility using computer-aided Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CHILDREN’S ORAL HEALTH

Tooth decay — the destruction of the hard, outer layer of your teeth (the enamel) — is the most common chronic disease among children. More than 40 percent of children have cavities by the time they reach kindergarten, according to the National Children’s Oral Health Foundation®. What causes tooth decay, and how can it be prevented? Consuming too many sugary drinks and snacks can cause tooth decay. For this reason, you should limit the amount Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

UNDERSTANDING THE
SYMPTOMS OF BRUXISM

Is work or school stressing you out? You may be taking it out on your teeth through a condition called bruxism. Bruxism is characterized by the grinding of the teeth and is typically accompanied by the clenching of the jaw. Researchers classify bruxism as a habitual behavior, as well as a sleep disorder. How many people are affected by bruxism? Bruxism can have numerous causes, such as bite problems, stress, medical conditions or certain medications. Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

WHAT YOU SHOULD
KNOW ABOUT BRIDGES

An empty space, or gap, in your smile may affect your chewing and speaking abilities, as well as your self-confidence. If you’re missing one or more teeth, your dentist may recommend a fixed bridge as a treatment option. What is a bridge? A fixed bridge is a dental appliance that replaces one or more missing teeth, thus bridging the space between the two adjacent natural teeth or implants. Bridges are made from gold, alloys, porcelain Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

EASING DENTAL-RELATED ANXIETY

Going to the dentist can cause anxiety, and that’s a normal reaction. It’s estimated that between 15 and 40 percent of people are affected by dental anxiety. If not addressed, dental anxiety can lead to unnecessary oral health problems as a result of avoidance behavior, which can ultimately lead to more time spent in the dental chair to receive more extensive and potentially costly treatment. Why do people experience dentalrelated anxiety? There are many causes Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

AVOIDING ALLERGIC REACTIONS
IN THE DENTAL OFFICE

Itchy, swollen eyes, sneezing and a runny nose may sound like a case of seasonal allergies, but for many, these are the allergy symptoms they experience each time they visit the dentist. What is an allergic reaction? Allergies are sensitivities to a substance called an allergen that makes contact with the skin or is inhaled into the lungs, swallowed or injected. Some allergic reactions are mild, while others can be severe and life-threatening. Who experiences Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago

UNDERSTANDING AGING
AND ORAL HEALTH

The aging population in the United States is growing. Older patients should know that maintaining good oral health is vital to having a healthy smile and optimal overall health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), oral pain, difficulty eating (due to missing teeth, ill-fitting dentures, cavities and gum disease) and tooth loss are all signs of oral health problems in aging adults. Your dentist can help prevent and detect these oral Read more…

By Nicole Kohner, ago