From time to time, we have a patient who is concerned about the safety of their amalgam-type filling(s), a tooth restoration that used to be quite common. The reason for concern is due to the mercury that is present in amalgams. Due to this, amalgams are often blamed for health issues like Autism, Alzheimer’s, and MS.
(Read More)Health and Wellness: Be Healthier in 2017
January 17, 2017
2017 is well underway, and you made your New Year’s resolution to be healthier, right? Maybe you know some easy steps to improve your health and wellness: stop smoking, lose weight, and eat healthy. But, Dr. Koops in Beachwood, OH has a few more tips to improve your health and wellness, feel healthier, have more energy, and boost your mood!
(Read More)Is There A Difference Between A Regular Toothbrush and Electric?
October 6, 2016
Do you want to take the best care of your teeth as possible? Do you ever wonder if you should be using an electric toothbrush or if you are actually gaining an advantage by using one? The fact of the matter is if you use a regular toothbrush for the proper amount of time you will see the same results as if you are using an electric toothbrush.
(Read More)Things To Know About Tooth Sensitivity – Part 3
July 5, 2016
Teeth can become delicate for several causes ranging from trauma to dental disease. The first step in treating sensitive teeth is to establish the trigger. Dr. Jed M. Koops, DMD in Beachwood, OH will inspect your teeth and aim to establish the cause. Please feel free to contact us in order to set up a time to meet with Dr. Koops
(Read More)Things To Know About Tooth Sensitivity – Part 2
June 21, 2016
Teeth may become sensitive for many varied explanations ranging from injury to dental disease. The first step in managing sensitive teeth is to determine the source.
(Read More)Things To Know About Tooth Sensitivity – Part 1
June 8, 2016
Just about half of the U.S. population encounter some sort of dental sensitivity. These kinds of reactions may occur when biting into something hot or cold, or even things that are sweet or sour. The pain could be mild or acute, short-term or endure for several hours.
(Read More)Increase Your Oral Wellness by Eating these Edibles – Part 2
May 13, 2016
Continuing from our previous article, we will be reviewing four additional foods that could help to enrich your overall oral health.
If at all possible, you should steer clear of food which includes high sugars, acid and stickiness. Whenever you take in food that is high in sugar and acid, you’re not only feeding yourself, but also the plaque that can create chaos inside your mouth. The resulting acids from the mix of sugars and plaque will assault your teeth for around twenty minutes after you are done eating!
(Read More)Increase Your Oral Wellness By Eating These Edibles – Part 1
April 29, 2016
Our patients are frequently looking for different things to try in order to improve their oral health. An excellent way to look after a bright and healthful smile is to make overall wellness your top priority. Keeping attentive regarding just how we regard our body is critical to being healthier inside and out.
(Read More)Options Available for Changing the Shape of Teeth
April 14, 2016
Modern dentistry offers a number of ways in which the shape and appearance of teeth can be changed. This includes things like repairing chips and damage, closing gaps in teeth, or making teeth look longer. Here are the most common options:
(Read More)Dental Sealants
April 1, 2016
Because your back teeth (the molars and premolars) have groves that tend to trap food particles and germs, and are hard to clean with a toothbrush, they are likely areas for tooth decay to form. As tooth decay needs to be removed, and the tooth filled, this leads to weakened teeth. A better solution is preventative action with dental sealants.
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