Few people look forward to their trips to the dentist, but perhaps for you it’s more than that. Even though most dental procedures are pain-free, you may have nightmares of dental drills or even feel stressed at the thought of having a basic hygiene appointment. You are not alone. According to Statistics Canada a whopping… Continue reading How To Manage Dental Anxiety And Fear
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Good oral hygiene is essential for people with RA. By Maureen Donohue, Contributor |May 17, 2017, at 10:16 a.m. It is critical for people with rheumatoid arthritis to visit their dentist regularly. (Getty Images) Take care of your teeth and they’ll take care of you. The origins of this adage are unknown, but modern research has confirmed that… Continue reading Gum Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis May Have Common Origins
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What is the Best Floss on the Market and Why? Have you ever gone to buy dental floss and felt numb by all the choices? I recall feeling confused by all the options and had lots of questions come up. Should I get the dental tape, the fluffy stuff, or even the flosser picks with the cute… Continue reading Choosing the right floss….
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The Importance Of Pediatric Dental Care by Stacey Price When it comes to the health of your child’s primary teeth, there is no better time than now to start practicing excellent oral hygiene. Pediatric dental care ensures your child’s primary teeth stay healthy and free of decay and other dental diseases..http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/life-stages/infant-oral-care/article/the-importance-of-pediatric-dental-care-1212
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Inflammatory periodontal disease ranks among the most common chronic infections in humans.1 These infections are responsible for a large percentage of tooth loss in adults.2 In addition, the ubiquity and recurrence of periodontal disease, and the damage it causes, require frequent examinations to prevent — and, when indicated, treat — these conditions. Examining… Continue reading Examining for Periodontal Disease
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Dentinal hypersensitivity (DH) is a common condition that afflicts 10% to 30% of adults.1 The pain produced by DH can range from subtle (i.e., a minor annoyance) to severe, in which it disrupts daily activities. It can significantly impact patients’ quality of life; this includes the ability to comfortably perform routine oral hygiene. Often, patients… Continue reading Managing Hypersensitive Dentin
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By Cristin E. Kearns, DDS, MBA Sugar is having a public health moment. In 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) called on countries to decrease added sugars intake among adults and children to reduce the risk of being overweight, obesity and dental caries. The WHO recommended that added sugars intake be limited to less than… Continue reading Sugar in the Spotlight
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Starting Off Right… It’s important to note from the start, that if your child has great dental habits that are implemented throughout their life at home; they will most likely carry into their life outside the house and therefore create a lifestyle that is not only healthy, but beneficial in many other ways further into… Continue reading Sending Kids to School with Good Dental Habits
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