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E-cigarettes are designed to resemble conventional cigarettes, but are touted as a healthier alternative. From 2009 to January 2016, the Food and Drug Administration identified 134 US incidents of E-cigarette batteries overheating, catching on fire or exploding. In the 134 incidents from recent years, more than 50 people were injured, and at least 67 of the…

A recent press release from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) addressed the importance of wisdom teeth management. Third molars, more commonly known as wisdom teeth, usually emerge in young adulthood between ages of 17 and 25. This period known as the “age of wisdom” brings with it many decisions. “It is…

Each year, about 500,000 North Americans get dental implants. If you are one of them, and are preparing to have an implant, it might be a good idea to discuss medications with your Oral Surgeon.   A body of research indicates that in order to raise the odds that dental implants will attach properly, there are…

Time is of the essence when it comes to teeth and sugar, so not all candy is equal.   Chewy treats and hard candy are particularly damaging because they spend a prolonged amount of time stuck to teeth and are more difficult for teeth to break down. Hard candies tend to be the most acidic –…

Reasons for tooth extractions: Extensive decay that cannot be repaired with a filling or crown Trauma due to an accident When gum disease loosens or severely damages a tooth Some people have extra teeth that block other teeth from coming in. When sometimes baby teeth don’t fall out in time to allow the permanent teeth…

Dental implants are often the best treatment for missing teeth and are the closest you can get to a healthy, natural smile. They restore the ability to confidently eat, smile, laugh, talk, play and enjoy all regular activities of everyday life.   According to the Centers for Disease Control NHANES Study, prosthodontists estimate that more…

Did you know that stress can affect your mouth, teeth, gums and jaw?   More and more signs of stress are showing up in the dentist’s office. During routine dental examinations and cleanings, dentists are able to detect oral symptoms of stress, including orofacial pain, bruxism (teeth grinding), temporomandibular disorders (TMD), mouth sores and gum…

World Oral Health Day is celebrated every year on March 20th. It is an international day to celebrate the benefits of a healthy mouth and to promote worldwide awareness of the issues around oral health and the importance of oral hygiene for everyone from the young to old.Numerous recent scientific studies indicate associations between oral health…

A few years from now millions of people around the world might be walking around with an unusual kind of glass in their mouth, and using it every time they eat. Engineers have made some promising findings about the ability of ‘bioactive’ glass to help reduce the ability of bacteria to attack composite tooth fillings…

Have a brighter healthier smile in the new year! Eating well is important to your dental health. A diet including fruits, vegetables, legumes and nuts improve your body’s ability to fight bacteria and inflammation, helping to protect your teeth and gums. Quit smoking tobacco and smokeless tobacco. Because of new trends in smoking E-cigarettes and…

According to the American Dental Association the average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth. A large space between teeth may affect the way you chew or speak. In addition, remaining teeth may shift and bone loss might occur.   Dental implants are a stronger, more permanent…

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are beginning to see a growing number of patients with symptoms of osteonecrosis of the jaws, an often painful condition characterized by exposed dead or dying bone in their jaws. Biophosphonates are a class of drugs that prevent the loss of bone mass.  High-potency intravenous biophosphonates have been shown to modify…

The following excerpt was obtained from the American Dental Association on www.mouthhealthy.org Fluoride hails from the planet Earth. It’s found naturally in rocks, soil and water, but fluoride doesn’t exist on its own. Like so many superheroes, it’s created through a scientific process. When you eat things like candy, crackers or noodles, cavity-causing bacteria starts feasting…

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are beginning to see a growing number of patients with symptoms of osteonecrosis of the jaws, an often painful condition characterized by exposed dead or dying bone in their jaws.  Further investigation revealed a link between these cases and the use of bisphosphonate and other antiresorptive drugs. Biophosphonates are a class…

A recent study published in Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism on April 16… Oral infections are the most common diseases of humankind and are also a key risk factor for heart disease, which is the leading cause of death worldwide. In a review article published in Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism on April 16, researchers…

An estimated 35,000 new cases of oral cancer will be diagnosed each year.  An estimated 25% of oral cancer patients have no known risk factors. However, there are some risk factors that are associated with oral cancer: Alcohol and tobacco remain the greatest risk factors (and using them in combination increases the risk 15 times over the…

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last teeth to develop and appear in your mouth. They come in between the ages of 17 and 25, a time of life that has been called the “Age of Wisdom.”When a tooth doesn’t fully grow in, it’s “impacted”-usually unable to break through the gums because there isn’t…

Prevent accidents first. . . …but, know what to do when they do occur Fractured/Broken tooth Find the broken pieces, store in water or milk. See dentist within 24 hours – may be able to reattach the broken pieces of tooth. Analgesics for pain. Displaced tooth See your dentist immediately. If the tooth is extruded…

March is National Nutrition Month which brings attention to the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.  5 Smile Ready Food Tips 1 SNACK ON FIBER-RICH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: Chewing high-fiber foods boosts saliva flow, helping wash away food particles and decrease acid. Consider: celery, apple slices, carrot sticks 2 LOAD…

Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children to get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Tooth decay affects more than one…