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Tuesday, September 15, 2009


What is Dental Bonding used for?

Dental Bonding is used:

  • To repair decayed teeth (composite resins are used to fill cavities)
  • To repair chipped teeth
  • To repair cracked teeth
  • To improve the appearance of discolored teeth
  • Remove stains
  • To fill in gaps between your teeth
  • To change the shape of teeth
  • To protect a portion of the tooth's root that has been exposed when gums recede

Labels: Dental Bonding, gaps in teeth, Tooth Decay

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Friday, July 31, 2009


Juices, Tea Encourage Enamel Erosion in Teeth

It's no surprise that sugary colas and fizzy, carbonated drinks are bad for your teeth and promote tooth decay, but research recently conducted shows that the drinks that have always been promoted as being a better alternative for your teeth may be causing another problem: erosion. Juices, teas and energy drinks have been shown now to cause erosion of the precious, white enamel on teeth, leading to tooth decay that is more severe than that caused by normal tooth decay from sugar.

The results of tooth erosion is hypersensitivity, discoloration and cracks in teeth which are all irreversible conditions that can only be treated by replacing the tooth with a crown, dentures or dental implants. My Dentist USA features only the best Cosmetic Dentists who are all fully licensed and experienced Cosmetic Dentists specializing in preventative and restorative dental care.

Read the entire CNN article to discover more about how Juices, Tea and Energy Drinks Erode Teeth.

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Labels: Cosmetic Dentist, enamel erosion, Tooth Decay, tooth erosion

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Wednesday, July 15, 2009


Tooth Loss Linked to Periodontal Disease

In the Journal of Periodontology, dental experts list nine risk factors for tooth loss due to periodontal disease.

Here's the list:
  • Being older than 35
  • Being male
  • Never getting professional dental care
  • Never using a toothbrush
  • Smoking (current or past)
  • Having diabetes
  • Having high blood pressure
  • Having rheumatoid arthritis
Read the full article fromt he Journal of Periodontology.

Labels: periodontal disease, Tooth Decay, Tooth Loss

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Monday, June 1, 2009


Healthy Gums Help Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

Scientists and health care professionals have always known that there is a general connection between tooth and gum decay, and systemic disease, but new studies show that there is a specific connection between dental health and rheumatoid arthritis.

Researchers from the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and University Hospitals of Cleveland have made a connection between gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis. It seems that the soft and hard tissues involved in joins and muscles as well as teeth and gums are similarly affected by inflammation caused by toxins from bacterial infection.

"It was exciting to find that if we eliminated the infection and inflammation in the gums, then patients with a severe kind of active rheumatoid arthritis reported improvement on the signs and symptoms of that disease," comments Nabil Bissada, D.D.S., head of the department of periodontics at Case Western.

For those who are skeptical that dental hygiene can affect overall health, now there's even more evidence to show that taking care of your teeth and gums can lessen the effects of rheumatoid arthritis and promote overall health and well-being.

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Labels: eliminating gum disease, gum disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Tooth Decay, treatment of gum disease

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Thursday, May 28, 2009


Common Dental Problems - My Dentist USA

Dental care can be complicated, especially when you're frustrated by pain or self-conscious about the way your teeth look. When it comes to actual dental problems, there a few common ailments that a majority of the population suffer and they are:
  • Abscessed tooth - An abscess is a painful condition caused by infection in a badly damaged or decayed tooth.

  • Bad Breath (halitosis) - Halitosis, or "bad breath" is a common, but embarrassing condition that often has a dental cause.

  • Cavities and Tooth Decay - Tooth decay is the process of a tooth's mineral content being dissolved. A cavity, or caries, is the actual hole in a tooth that is caused by tooth decay.

  • Dry Mouth - Dry mouth is caused by an inadequate supply of saliva. This is usually due to medication side effects, but may have other causes.

  • Fluorosis - Fluorosis is a defect in tooth enamel caused by excessive fluoride in young children. It typically looks like white streaks or spots in teeth.

  • Gum Disease (Gingivitis) - Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums that is usually caused by plaque. It is the earliest and most easily treated from of gum disease, as it only affects the gums, but it must be treated to avoid more serious gum disease.
These represent the most common suspects of dental problems, but more are listed here. Check out the article on the My Dentist USA Articles page for more information.

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Labels: Common Dental Problems, dental articles, gum disease, Tooth Decay

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Monday, April 20, 2009


Plaque Causes Gingivitis

Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that coats teeth. It consumes sugars in the foods we eat, and releases acids as a waste product. These acids slowly eat away the enamel of your teeth and, if left unchecked, plaque can cause tooth decay.

Over time the plaque layer on teeth can harden to become tartar or calculus. This hard layer continues to release acids, and is even harder to remove than regular plaque. Plaque is a leading cause of gingivitis, early stage gum disease.

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Labels: Gingivitis, plaque, Tooth Decay

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Thursday, July 3, 2008


Tooth Decay and Repair

Utilizing an intra-oral camera gives both you and us the opportunity to see potential problems occurring in your mouth, such as decay or fractured teeth. Often a tooth will not start bothering you until there is significant loss of tooth structure. With the help of the intra-oral camera, problems can be detected earlier, before you experience a toothache.

No Shots, No Drills...Really?

One of the greatest advances in dentistry in years is here. Now cavities can be removed with no shots or high-speed drills using "Micro Air Abrasion". A painless air-driven stream of fine powder quietly removes decay from virgin teeth without your child even knowing and makes their appointment so much nicer. When we say "virgin" teeth, we mean teeth that have not previously been filled. Obviously, many adult cavities fit this description as well and we have surprised many of our "older" patients with the new "Micro Air Abrasion" experience.

Labels: Tooth Decay, Tooth Repair

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