Prevention

Sugar-free gum could be an easy and effective addition to oral health routines. While brushing and flossing, twice a day is still the best way to keep teeth clean and healthy, chewing sugar-free gum during the day can be extremely effective in breaking down lingering food, neutralizing harmful plaque acids and reducing the risk of decay.

Chewing sugar-free gum after eating and drinking increases the production of saliva, which helps to wash away food particles and neutralize harmful plaque acids which, over time, can weaken teeth and lead to tooth decay. It also promotes the remineralization of tooth enamel.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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Sars-Cov-2 viruses can be inactivated using certain mouthwashes. High viral loads can be detected in the oral cavity and throat of some Covid-19 patients. The use of mouthwashes that are effective against Sars-Cov-2 could thus help to reduce the viral load and possibly the risk of coronavirus transmission over the short term. This is useful, for example, prior to dental treatments.

In our office, we use a 1% hydrogen peroxide solution as a pre-rinse for 60 seconds. It not only kills the Coronavirus, but other viruses and bacteria too. This may very well be a procedure we continue after the Covid-19 pandemic is over since it would help reduce the spread of other respiratory infections like the common cold or the flu.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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You can keep at least one of your resolutions this year with nothing more complicated than making a phone call. The best thing you can do for your dental health is visit your dentist regularly. If it’s been a while since your last checkup, resolve at this start of the year to call and make an appointment for a thorough examination and cleaning.

It’s recommended for most people to visit a dentist twice a year. If you’ve gotten out of that routine, the time to call is now, when you’re in the mood to do something positive in your life. Regular visits to the dentist pay off in a variety of ways. For one thing, it’s just important to keep your mouth healthy. Secondly, the earlier you catch a dental problem, the easier—and less expensive—it will be to address it. And some problems, like the onset of gum disease, you’re not likely to notice yourself. It takes the eye of a professional to detect the telltale signs of the disease’s beginning. Since gum disease is the most common cause of tooth loss, it’s something you definitely want to eliminate as soon as possible.

A professional cleaning at the dentist’s office is another function you simply can’t do as well yourself, no matter how good you are with brushing and flossing. So call today and check one of the New Year’s resolutions off your list.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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Treating gum disease reduced symptoms of prostate inflammation, called prostatitis,  according to a new study. Previous studies have found a link between gum disease and prostatitis, a disease that inflames the gland that produces semen. Inflammation can make urination difficult.

Gum disease not only affects the mouth, but is a system-wide condition that can cause inflammation in various parts of the body. Dental research has previously found a link between gum disease and fetal deaths, rheumatoid arthritis and heart disease.

Researchers studied men, 21 years old and older. Each had had a needle biopsy within the past year that confirmed inflammation of the prostate gland, and a blood test that showed elevated prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels—possible signs of inflammation and cancer.

All the men had moderate to severe gum disease, for which they received treatment. They were tested again for periodontal disease four to eight weeks later and showed significant improvement. During the periodontal care, the men received no treatment for their prostate conditions. But even without prostate treatment, a majority of the men showed decreased levels of PSA. Those with the highest levels of inflammation benefited the most from the periodontal treatment.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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Maintaining good oral health may help older adults prevent a variety of health problems and disabilities. In a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, researchers explored this connection. 

In their study, the research team examined information from more than 60,000 community-dwelling people aged 65 and older who did not meet the Japanese criteria for needing long-term care. The participants were given questionnaires to complete. They answered a number of questions, including providing information about:

• How many teeth they had
• Their medical and mental health history
• How many falls they had had over the last year
• Whether they smoked or drank alcohol
• Their body weight
• How well they were able to perform common activities of daily life

The researchers learned older adults who have significant tooth loss are less functional when compared with people who lose fewer teeth. The research team suggested that it is essential that older adults receive the support they need to maintain good oral health self-care practices, and that they receive adequate dental care. 

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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That twice-yearly trip to the dentist could do more than keep teeth and gums healthy: It may decrease the risk of pneumonia by reducing the amount of bacteria in the mouth, suggests new research.

Nearly one million Americans become ill with the infection every year and 50,000 die. While it is more common among older people and those with conditions such as AIDS or lung disease, anyone can develop pneumonia. Based on an analysis of a national database of more than 26,000 people, the new research found that people who never get dental checkups had a much greater risk of pneumonia than those who visit the dentist twice a year. In fact, researchers found that those people who never had dental checkups had an 86 percent increased risk of pneumonia compared to those who had twice-yearly appointments.

The mouth contains 10 times as many microbes (bacteria, fungi and viruses) as human cells on or in the body. Some microbes are good and some are bad, but even bad microbes only cause disease under certain circumstances. In some cases, bacteria can be accidentally inhaled or aspirated into the lungs and cause pneumonia. Regular good oral hygiene and dental visits reduce the amount of bacteria that can be aspirated.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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If thinking of future children makes you smile—then reach for a toothbrush! While fate determines some fertility factors—new research suggests oral issues may play a key role.

An Australian study compared rates of periodontal disease with the speed at which women conceived. Those with periodontal problems took 42% longer to conceive (7 months vs. 5). Why might this be? The kind of oral bacteria that causes cavities also increases inflammation, which not only impacts placental health, but might even increase the risk of miscarriage or premature birth.

Whether or not you’re a wannabe mom, taking care of your teeth can yield big health benefits. Previous research found that people who avoid regularly brushing their teeth were 70% more likely to suffer a cardiovascular event (heart attack, stroke) than those with conscientious oral care. Obvious dietary factors in dental health include avoiding sugary fare—but lesser known findings indicate certain foods, like raisins, cranberries and green tea may reduce cavity risk. Eating more fruit and veggies will also help you avoid obesity—which triples your risk of periodontal disease.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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Q: What are some of the warning signs of gum trouble?

A: One of the reasons why gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is so insidious and widespread—more teeth are lost to gum disease than to decay—is because it is not painful as it takes hold. Here are some warnings you should watch for:

• Bleeding from the gums when you brush your teeth.
• Tenderness, redness and swelling of the gums.
• Gums that are receding from the teeth.
• Persistent bad breath or bad taste in your mouth.
• Teeth that are moving apart and loose teeth.
• Changes in the way your teeth fit together when you bite.

Left unchecked, gum disease will lead to tooth loss. Tobacco use, whether it’s smoked or chewed, is a risk factor not only for gum disease but for oral cancer. 

Practicing good oral hygiene at home–brushing and flossing regularly—and seeing your dentist on a regular basis are the best ways to avoid gum disease. 

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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Drinking White Wine
You might think sticking to white wine would spare your teeth. But the acids still weaken the enamel, leaving the teeth porous and vulnerable to staining from other beverages, such as coffee. Swishing with water after drinking or using toothpaste with a mild whitening agent can fight the staining effects of red and white wines.

Potato Chips
The bacteria in plaque will also break down starchy foods into acid. This acid can attack the teeth for the next 20 minutes—even longer if the food is stuck between the teeth or you snack often. You might want to floss after eating potato chips or other starchy foods that tend to get stuck in the teeth.

Constant Snacking
Snacking produces less saliva than a meal, leaving food bits in your teeth for hours longer. Avoid snacking too frequently and stick to snacks that are low in sugar and starch—for example, carrot sticks.

If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!

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39 Milford Drive, Hudson, Ohio 44236. 330-650-0360.

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