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My gums bleed when I brush, what does this mean?

Posted 10 years ago Dentistry, Gum Disease, Health & Wellness

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Bleeding gums happen to about three quarters of American adults over the age of 35. Bleeding gums should definitely not go unnoticed and should be cared for and treated by a dentist as soon as possible. There are many reasons why your gums may bleed and it could result in something simple to treat or it may be something more serious that only a dentist can fix. Here are some examples of why your gums may be bleeding.

Inadequate oral hygiene
This is a very common reason for gums to bleed. If you are not brushing and flossing enough or as well as you should, tarter and plaque can get stuck in between your teeth and cause major bacteria to grow which then causes your gums to swell and bleed. Even if you feel you brush often but don not take the time to floss daily, this can really cause havoc to your gums. Make it a commitment to brush and floss daily because healthy gums can become diseased within a 24-36 hour period from bacteria.  Continue reading →

How Smoking Affects Your Oral Health

Posted 10 years ago Dentistry, Gum Disease, Health & Wellness

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Numerous studies have established the toxic consequences of smoking on your general health. Smoking is the chief cause of lung cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, smoking will cause nearly 87 percent of lung cancer deaths, and tobacco use accounts for almost one in three cancer deaths. Cigarette smoking raises your chances of having a stroke or heart attack. Smoking while pregnant also ties to an increased risk of early delivery, birth defects and infant death. Still, these associations probably are not news to you.

However, did you know that smoking and other tobacco use also have a vastly negative effect on your oral health? Smoking has a distinctively harmful impact on oral health, from superficial issues to disturbingly deep-rooted dental problems. Continue reading →

Chewing Gum Can Prevent Cavities

Posted 10 years ago Health & Wellness

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You’ve probably always heard that chewing gum is bad for your teeth, but that isn’t always the case. In fact, chewing the right type of gum can help prevent cavities and make your dentist really happy, and it can taste just as good as other types and flavors. Gum with Xylitol can be really good for your smile, so consider popping a piece in your mouth next time that you’re in the mood to chew.

Cleans Your Teeth

It isn’t always convenient or even possible to brush your teeth after each meal, but it’s easy to chew a piece of gum. Gum with Xylitol isn’t an alternative to brushing your teeth, but it can help you clean in and around your teeth temporarily until you’re able to get to your toothbrush. Continue reading →

How Many Teeth Will I Lose From Smoking

Posted 10 years ago Gum Disease, Health & Wellness

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Roseville is one of the best places to shop in California, but you cannot buy an easy cure if smoking has hurt your health. If you are a current or former smoker, you will probably have dental problems in the future. Some problems may be minor, but smokers are at risk for oral cancer and loosing teeth. Understanding how cigarettes hurt your mouth can help determine how many teeth you may lose and what else you might encounter.

How Does Smoking Hurt My Teeth?

The ingredients in tobacco destroy the cells in your body, which hinders blood flow, damages gum tissue and lowers your immune system. This makes it hard to fight the large amount of plaque a smoker has, and the plaque causes recession of the gums, bone detachment and infections. Continue reading →

Tooth Implants are your best option

Posted 10 years ago Health & Wellness, Tooth Restorations

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Although any form of artificial teeth, whether implanted or removable, are not exactly the same as your natural teeth, implanted teeth do possess some benefits over other forms of tooth replacement. Tooth implants are artificially created teeth that include roots that are secured into a patient’s existing bone structure. Implanting teeth is most successful in people who have recently lost one or more teeth. After a natural tooth is lost, the bone surrounding the empty socket begins to deteriorate and, if allowed to advance, this deterioration may make it difficult to secure a tooth implant in the same spot as a lost tooth.

The process of implanting a tooth generally requires only local anesthesia and can be performed right in the dentist’s office. Prior to starting the implantation process, your dentist will evaluate your overall dental condition to see if implants will work for you. The first step of implanting a tooth is inserting the root, generally constructed of titanium, into the empty socket of the missing natural tooth. The surrounding bone grows around the root over a period of several weeks. After the root is secure, a post is attached to hold the replacement tooth. The new tooth is basically the same as the teeth used for standard dental crowns and is custom-made for each patient based upon the space available, the surrounding teeth and the overall arrangement of the patient’s mouth.  Continue reading →

Why Oral Cancer Screenings Are Important

Posted 10 years ago Gum Disease, Health & Wellness

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For those who do not usually experience any dental issues, the temptation to skip a routine dental exam can be huge. After all, if your last filling was done in the 90s and you’re not experiencing any issues, you may think there is no reason to keep your routine dental appointments. However, this kind of thinking can prove very dangerous because each checkup includes a routine oral cancer screening. There are three main reasons why this is a screening you absolutely cannot afford to miss.

Some forms of oral cancer are extremely aggressive. As with any cancer, early detection is paramount to surviving the diagnosis. The longer oral cancer remains undetected, the longer is has to grow and move into nearby tissues such as the brain, eyes and throat. Oral cancer is best discovered early to increase the odds of survival and lessen the chances of it metastasizing to surrounding tissues. Early detection is key to saving your life and achieving remission. Continue reading →

Treatments for Dry Mouth Condition

Posted 10 years ago Dentistry, Health & Wellness

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Do you often feel like the Sahara desert has moved into your mouth? Are you having difficulty swallowing? These are just a few symptoms of dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, a common condition that affects about 10 percent of the general population. Women are more likely than men to experience this problem, which can range from mild to severe.

What causes dry mouth?

The main cause of dry mouth is reduced production of saliva (spit) by the salivary glands. Problems with saliva production frequently affect the elderly and anyone who takes certain over-the-counter or prescription medications. Since older adults typically take several drugs, dry mouth is common in this population.

Medications that can cause dry mouth include antihistamines, antidepressants, blood pressure medications, diuretics, muscle relaxants, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories and urinary incontinence drugs. Other causes may include the following:

  • Diabetes (poorly managed)
  • Sjogren’s syndrome
  • Cancer treatments (radiation to the neck and head and chemotherapy)
  • Smoking or chewing tobacco
  • Depression and anxiety disorders
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Snoring and/or sleeping with your mouth open
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Stroke Continue reading →

Signs of a Cavity

Posted 10 years ago Health & Wellness, Tooth Pain, Tooth Restorations

Signs of Cavity

Tooth decay is what causes cavities to form in your teeth. It is caused by bacteria that enters your mouth that causes acids to wear away at the tooth. Plaque. a sticky substance that contains bacteria, is always forming on teeth and gums. When you eat sugary foods or drinks, this feeds the bacteria, which produce acid as a product of digestion, causing cavities to form. If left untreated, cavities can deteriorate teeth, cause pain and infection, and even become a risk to your overall health. Therefore, it is important to know the early signs of a cavity beginning to form.

The signs of a cavity will depend on where it is located and how much it has progressed. Teeth have an outer layer (enamel), a middle layer (dentin), and an inside layer, (pulp). Some cavities may cause no signs at all and can only be detected during a regular dental exam. A dental exam can reveal cavities with x-rays, as well as a visual check during the exam, to find cavities that may not show up yet on an x-ray. Early detection of cavities is extremely important, so that the area may be treated to prevent further decay of the tooth. The earlier a cavity is detected, the less extensive the treatment will be, so it is important to practice prevention and early treatment. .  Continue reading →

Save Your Teeth From The Tooth Destroying Clenching & Grinding!

Posted 11 years ago Health & Wellness, Tooth Pain

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People who clench and grind their teeth throughout the day or while sleeping at night are typically completely unaware that they do so. However, this habit can be extremely damaging to one’s smile, wearing down enamel and slowly causing teeth to move out of alignment. While there are different causes for this condition that is medically known as bruxism, there are underlying causes for the condition in individual cases. Most people assume that teeth grinding is the result of stress. This factor can contribute to the situation, although, it is typically the result of an abnormal bite, missing teeth, or teeth that are not properly aligned.

Anyone who suspects that they may grind their teeth can look for several different indicators that will make them aware that they have developed this habit. In addition to consulting your dentist for signs of damage, people suffering from bruxism will typically experience dull headaches on a regular basis or consistently wake up with a sore jaw. Although grinding your teeth may not seem to be immediately harmful, the consequences of this habit over time can have a rather serious impact on your oral health.

Over time, grinding and clenching can loosen teeth in the gums. It can also cause fracturing or even the complete loss of an individual tooth. In the event that grinding wears down a tooth excessively, an individual may need to have crowns, implants, bridges, or dentures put in place in order to correct the problem. Severe cases that go unchecked can result in problems with the jaw that can eventually impact one’s appearance or alter your ability to hear due to the proximity of the ear canal. Continue reading →

Why Do My Teeth Turn Yellow?

Posted 11 years ago Dentistry, Health & Wellness

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Have your pearly whites taken on a yellow tint? Are you concerned about this color on your teeth? You are not alone. Many Roseville residents want a bright smile, but their yellow teeth get in the way. Why do teeth turn yellow, and how can you prevent this?

Your teeth can turn from white to yellow for two main reasons, and the reasons are related. The first one is well-known: certain foods and drinks can directly stain your teeth. Unfortunately, the worst culprits are also acidic and can wear down the white enamel coating on your teeth.

Cola and other soft drinks, for example, are notorious for staining teeth. They are also highly acidic. In time, their acids can change the color of your teeth by destroying their protective outer layer. This less-common reason for yellow teeth is much more damaging to your dental health.

At its thickest point, tooth enamel is a natural shade of white. As it wears down, it develops translucent qualities that start to reveal the next tooth layer called dentin. This layer has a yellow tone that is darker than the enamel that covers it. The thinner the enamel becomes, the more yellow your teeth will look.  Continue reading →

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