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Cosmetic Dentistry Blog at My Dentist USAFriday, October 2, 2009Preventing Periodontal Disease - Symptoms of Gum Disease
There are many factors that contribute to periodontal disease, or gum disease. Although it is true that gum disease is primarily caused by plaque build-up, smoking, poor dental hygiene (such as leaving food between teeth for long periods of time because of badly aligned teeth), partial dentures or bridges that don't quite fit right, and poor diet are all contributing factors to periodontal disease. The real issue with plaque is that it builds up slowly, over a long period of time, so that the build-up doesn't cause any real pain until there's a problem. That's why good dental hygiene and proper teeth alignment is so important to the health of your gums and, ultimately your teeth. If you can catch plaque build-up in it's beginning stages, the better chance you'll have of controlling or eliminating gum disease. Awareness of the signs of beginning gum disease is critical. Here are some of the typical symptoms of gum disease to watch out for:
For more information on periodontal disease, check out the American Dental Association's website. Thanks for visiting My Dentist USA! Labels: eliminating gum disease, periodontal disease, symptoms of gum disease, treatment of gum disease
Monday, July 13, 2009Laser Technology Helps with Cold Sores and Gum Disease
New laser technology has been developed and approved by the FDA to treat this disease. The laser is a light source from the infrared end of the spectrum that uses low energy power to treat the gums, often without anesthesia. That's right, oftentimes no injections are needed, even with deep pockets. The low power of the light kills the bacteria for up to three months (according to the leading periodontal journal), seals the vessels and nerve endings, and produces little if any pain for the first three days after the procedure. On the third day, the nerve endings begin to regenerate and what little pain there is can be managed quite well with Ibuprofen. Read the rest of the article here on My Dentist USA. Labels: cold sores, eliminating gum disease
Friday, June 5, 2009Gum Health Prevents Risk of Heart Disease
 My Dentist USA recognizes that prevention is perhaps the best defense against gum disease, but a new study shows that proper dental care can prevent more than just gum disease. It may even help prevent the number one killer in the United States - heart disease.(CNN) Doctors have known for years that gum disease and heart disease are linked, but they have yet to reach agreement on the exact reasons behind the connection. Heart disease patients often have several risk factors such as high cholesterol or poor diet, making it impossible to single out bad dental health as a contributing factor. Heart disease is the nation's top killer, claiming a staggering 450,000 lives in 2004, according to the American Heart Association. Although it's unknown how many of those deaths are linked to gum disease, oral pathologist Dr. Dwight Weathers of Emory University suspects that the number would be high, "given that 85 percent of people over age 65 and probably half of people younger than that have some form of periodontal disease. Wow. That would be a big number." A substance produced in the body called high-sensitivity C-reactive-protein (hs-CRP) is suspected to play a role in the link between gum disease and heart disease. Acute gum disease increases the amount of hs-CRP in the bloodstream, which is a natural response to inflammation caused by injury or infection. The American Heart Association says hs-CRP may signal an increased risk for heart attacks. Gum disease can sneak up on its victims without any warning signs, according to the American Dental Association, which recommends prevention by proper diet, brushing, flossing and dental visits. To read this article by Thom Patterson in its entirety, please click here. Thanks for visiting My Dentist USA!Labels: eliminating gum disease, heart disease, treatment of gum disease
Thursday, June 4, 2009Preventing Gingivitis - Preventative Dental Care at My Dentist USA
Gingivitis is the most common periodontal disease, or gum disease. It is an infection of the gums caused by bacteria that forms plaque. In small amounts (when it is newly formed), plaque is invisible and relatively harmless. But when left to accumulate, it increases in volume and the proportion of harmful bacteria grows. This harmful bacteria releases toxins that result in inflammation of the gum tissue, which eventually hardens into plaque that forms deposits called calculus or tartar. The best dental care is always preventative dental care. It is important to see the dentist on a regular basis to have teeth cleaned and gum health maintained. A little prevention goes a long way. Find a licensed Cosmetic Dentist in your area at My Dentist USA. Labels: eliminating gum disease, Gingivitis, preventative dental treatment
Monday, June 1, 2009Healthy Gums Help Treat Rheumatoid ArthritisScientists 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. Find a licensed Cosmetic Dentist in your area, and begin your journey to better dental health! Labels: eliminating gum disease, gum disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Tooth Decay, treatment of gum disease
Thursday, May 21, 2009Prevent Gum Disease at My Dentist USA
There are many factors that contribute to periodontal disease, or gum disease. Although it is true that gum disease is primarily caused by plaque build-up, smoking, poor dental hygiene (such as leaving food between teeth for long periods of time because of badly aligned teeth), partial dentures or bridges that don't quite fit right, and poor diet are all contributing factors to periodontal disease. The real issue with plaque is that it builds up slowly, over a long period of time, so that the build-up doesn't cause any real pain until there's a problem. That's why good dental hygiene and proper teeth alignment is so important to the health of your gums and, ultimately your teeth. If you can catch plaque build-up in it's beginning stages, the better chance you'll have of controlling or eliminating gum disease. Awareness of the signs of beginning gum disease is critical. Here are some of the typical symptoms of gum disease to watch out for:
For more information on periodontal disease, check out the American Dental Association's website. Thanks for visiting My Dentist USA! Labels: eliminating gum disease, symptoms of gum disease, treatment of gum disease
Tuesday, February 24, 2009How Often Should I Visit The Dentist?
Regular check-ups are a must. At least every six months. The most important step you can take to preserve your teeth and gums from decay and disease is to regularly visit the dentist for examinations, x-rays and cleanings. No matter how much you floss and brush, the only way to ensure long term oral health is to visit dentist. The American Dental Association has identified dentist and dental hygienist visits as the most effective way one can stave off disease and decay. The center of oral preventative care is the dentist visit. Are you looking for a certified, highly qualified and experienced cosmetic dentist in your area? Find the cosmetic dentist you've been looking for at My Dentist USA, your ultimate resource for certified cosmetic dentists. Labels: 3-d x-ray technology, american dental association, check-up, eliminating gum disease, preventative dentistry
Thursday, February 19, 2009Healthy Weight, Healthy Gums?
Losing extra pounds, revving up physical activity, and eating nutritious foods may give you a new reason to smile. Healthy teeth and gums are more common in active people who eat nutritiously and aren't overweight, a new study shows. The study appears in the Journal of Periodontology. It was conducted by researchers including Nabil Bissada, DDS, chairman of the periodontics department at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine. Read more of the article and find out exactly how a healthier diet can affect your gums on My Dentist USA. Labels: eliminating gum disease, healthy gums
Monday, February 9, 2009A New Approach to Gum Disease and Cold Sores
New laser technology has been developed and approved by the FDA to treat periodontal or gum disease. The laser is a light source from the infrared end of the spectrum that uses low energy power to treat gums, often without anesthesia. That's right, oftentimes no injections are needed, even with deep pockets. The low power of the laser kills bacteria that causes gum disease for up to three months (according to the leading periodontal journal), seals the vessels and nerve endings, and produces little if any pain for the first three days after the procedure. On the third day, the nerve endings begin to regenerate and what little pain there is can be managed quite well with Ibuprofen. My Dentist USA is your resource for cutting-edge, emerging technology in the Cosmetic Dentistry industry. Read the rest of the article here on My Dentist USA. Labels: cold sores, eliminating gum disease, gum disease, treatment of gum disease
Wednesday, February 4, 2009Gum Disease Periodontal Disease Symptoms and Prevention
There are many factors that contribute to periodontal disease, or gum disease. Although it is true that gum disease is primarily caused by plaque build-up, smoking, poor dental hygiene (such as leaving food between teeth for long periods of time because of badly aligned teeth), partial dentures or bridges that don't quite fit right, and poor diet are all contributing factors to periodontal disease. The real issue with plaque is that it builds up slowly, over a long period of time, so that the build-up doesn't cause any real pain until there's a problem. That's why good dental hygiene and proper teeth alignment is so important to the health of your gums and, ultimately your teeth. If you can catch plaque build-up in it's beginning stages, the better chance you'll have of controlling or eliminating gum disease. Awareness of the signs of beginning gum disease is critical. Here are some of the typical symptoms of gum disease to watch out for:
For more information on periodontal disease, check out the American Dental Association's website. Thanks for visiting My Dentist USA! Labels: ada, american dental association, eliminating gum disease, gum disease, periodontal disease, symptoms of gum disease
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