Orange Place Family Dentistry Blog
A Look Into Why Dental Fillings Can Fail
December 29, 2018
Research published in Frontiers in Medicine looked into amalgam and composite dental fillings and a number of factors which might lead them to fail.
A few of the factors looked at included age, sex, drinking alcohol, smoking, periodontal health, diabetes, and genetics. Records of 4,856 individuals over five years were included as a part of the study.
(more…)Canker Sores Explained
December 15, 2018
Canker sores affect nearly 20% of people.
Sometimes confused with cold sores, canker sores (also known as aphthous ulcers) manifest on the inside of the mouth only and are not contagious.
(more…)A Connection between Tooth Loss and Cardiovascular Disease
November 30, 2018
Have you ever thought of there being a link between cardiovascular diseases and tooth loss?
Well, if you haven’t this article should peak your attention. From the research that was recently carried out, the findings revealed there IS a link between the two. The findings were presented during the 2018 American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention conference.
(more…)Bigger Gums In Children Could Be An Indicator Of Leukemia
November 17, 2018
A case study that was published discussed how over-sized gums in children might be a possible indicator of leukemia.
Sometimes for a dentist, it can be difficult to properly diagnose a patient solely based on what is happening in their mouth. Because of this, dental professionals should remember possible causes outside of the mouth when diagnosing an issue. The dentists should consider looking into their patient’s individual medical background, as well as those of their family members when deciding on a diagnosis.
(more…)Baby Teeth Don’t Last Forever, but Their Impact Does
October 30, 2018
Your baby teeth fall out well before you reach adulthood so why should you care about them?
I’ll give you 5 good reasons why your baby teeth affect your life in more ways than you think. Keep reading to find out how.
(more…)My Dentist Is Concerned About My Osteoporosis Medication But Why?
October 18, 2018
It is not uncommon for osteoporosis to be treated with medication. In fact it, as well many bone cancers, have been known to be treated this way. As a dentist the concern lies within the type of osteoporosis medication you may be taking like bisphosphonates.
(more…)Obesity Linked With Periodontal Disease – How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
September 26, 2018
When you recognize the cause or causes of periodontal diseases, you have a good chance of treating and preventing the problem. However, obesity is characterized by a high level of blood sugar usually caused by the secretion of abnormal insulin. An insulin resistant individual can be obese when the pancreas no longer produces adequate insulin to lower the blood sugar, which makes the organ exhausted. Chronic and acute diseases can lead to hormonal disorder in the body. The periodontal infection is the widespread diseases across the world, and it can lead to a severe dental problem.
(more…)Why Flossing Is Important to Your Dental Health
September 12, 2018
Flossing is not something that can be ignored.
Many people claimed that brushing is one of the essential things you can do, but some still don’t floss. However, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends flossing twice per day, but it is ideal to floss at least once a day. For people that floss once per day, the ADA recommends brushing alongside.
(more…)The Importance of Deep Cleanings
August 27, 2018
Deep Cleanings are Important
Almost everyone places considerable emphasis onto keeping up with their dental hygiene, but many of our patients in the Beachwood, OH area are generally not knowledgeable about just what is found below the gumline. Although teeth look little, they are really considerably bigger than many people realize. After gum disease starts, standard cleanings are no longer enough to fully recover your teeth and gums back to a healthy condition. Once your gum tissues develop inflammation due to gum disease, deep cleanings become essential.
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