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January 15, 2013 From time to time we may mention a dental product designed to address a particular dental condition. We also realize it isn't always easy to keep track of all those products. For that reason we have compiled a list of various items we may have...
theyIll-fitting dentures have about four dentist-related remedies and two patient-related ones. Let's look at the latter category first: When patients experience loose dentures, they typically try an adhesive to stabilize them. The use of adhesives for well-fitting...
Do you put on a seat belt when you drive? If so, why? My guess is that it is either because you are compelled to do so by law, or (if you live in the U.S.) you believe the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), who claim that seat belts save about...
In an ideal world we wouldn’t get cavities, have gum problems, or ever lose a tooth. Perhaps, the world might not be ideal, even then, but at least we wouldn’t have those problems. Unfortunately, it is a fact of life that many people do lose their teeth – either to...
There can be many contributory elements in the development of temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ). These can range from a misaligned bite, stress from clenching or grinding, to trauma -- such as might result from an automobile accident, a blow to the head, or a fall....
Essential oils have many benefits, from curing athlete's foot or controlling fungal infections, to helping with gingivitis. The article below discusses tea tree oil -- also known as melaleuca oil. Many patients in our office have benefited from the essential oils...
In a previous article, Foods That Are Bad For Your Teeth, I reviewed three broad categories of foods that can be detrimental to your dental health. These were sugars and sweeteners, low fat foods, and foods that contain white, especially bleached, flour. With this...
This is the first of a two-part series that discusses the effect of foods on our teeth. Part One will review those foods considered harmful to the teeth, and Part Two will discuss foods that can actually help to rebuild them. Generally, more attention is given to the...
Let’s face it: seeing a doctor – any sort of doctor – can be expensive. And dentists are no exception. But if a person’s diet and home care have been lacking, the cost of dental treatment can quickly sky-rocket. One of the problems with dental care has to do with the...
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Isn't that how the saying goes? Well, when it comes to teeth, most people really can't tell if it's broken. Consider these interesting dental tidbits: Periodontal (gum) disease is the number one cause of tooth loss world-wide....
Here is an interesting article about sleep apnea solutions. Our office provides an extensive complement of night-time apnea and snoring solutions. Ask us about aveoTSD -- the latest simple, inexpensive, and noninvasive anti-snoring medical device. Dr. W. By Brent...
In today’s challenging economic climate, people find themselves having to make every dollar they spend count. As a result, individuals considering cosmetic dental work face the additional problem of not having such procedures be covered by dental insurance. For...