The holiday season is upon us and from the entire staff of PGA Dentistry, we would like to wish our patients a heartfelt thank you for your loyalty and friendship during the past year.
This time of year is a time to count blessings and to reflect on the values of family and community. Newspaper headlines from both near and far may have made it dificult for many of you to truely believe in the happy and good side of life. Shocking events and threats to our society seem to be endless, yet the spirit of this wonderful season should teach us that hope, faith and perseverance are still in great supply and that faith will ensure they’ll be with us always. We hope your holidays are happy, healthy, and filled with family and friends! Merry Christmas & Happy New Years!
Second hand smoke and tooth decay: According to a study by the Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality, children exposed to second hand smoke have higher rates of tooth decay than those who are not.
Smoking and Dental Implants: Research recently published in the Journal of Periodontology showed that after a 5 year period, 15.8% of implants failed in smokers where only 1.4% of implants failed in non-smokers. People who smoke are at greater risk of infection following surgery and may heal more slowly.
FOSAMAX and dentistry: The use of Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva and other bisphosphonate drugs used in the treatment of osteoporosis can cause severe bone infections (osteonecrosis) following dental surgery. Procedures at particular risk include extractions, root canal therapy, periodontal surgery and implant surgery. The half-life of these drugs is 7-10 years. So patients who have taken bisphosphonate drugs and have discontinued its use are still at risk for this severe bone infection following dental procedures. There seems to be an indication that this problem is related to IV administration of these drugs rather than the oral route of administration. However, there needs to be more studies to determine the risks.
Improving the color, shape or position of your teeth can improve the way you feel about yourself. Here at a glance are seven tips for a lasting smile that looks completely natural.
*TEETH WHITENING: Instantly brightens your smile.
*WHITE FILLINGS OF COMPOSITE OR PORCELAIN: Make tell-tell dark fillings a thing of the past.
*TOOTH COLORED BONDING: Cover deep-rooted stains, repair small crack or chips, fill in gaps, and recontour teeth.
*COSMETIC VENEERS: Conceal spaces, crooked, chipped, or discolored teeth.
*CROWN RESTORATIONS: Restore severely damaged or broken teeth.
*DENTAL IMPLANTS: Restore appearance and function.
*CROWN/IMPLANT & BRIDGE RESTORATIONS: Replace missing teeth and prevent further damage to your smile.
Is 50 really the new 40? It seems so, men and woman today feel and act 10 years younger than their biological age. Midlife is a strong, powerful time of life in every way and you can see the influence you command in the number of products tailored just for you. A prime example is the number of esthetic innovations created to enhance your smile, like beautiful natural-looking crown and implant restorations.
You’ll like them because you’re an experienced and savvy consumer, you’re health conscious, and you love to look great!
Long lasting natural looking materials resist chipping, staining, and cracks. Improvements in options and technology have made procedures more time efficient and patient friendly.
Your damaged or discolored tooth can be covered, protected, and strengthed with a single crown.
Bone loss can be prevented by anchoring a permanent new tooth into the jawbone by combining a single crown with a dental implant. Missing teeth can also be replaced with several replacement teeth attached to a secure crown or implant bridge restoration to prevent your other teeth from drifting and altering your ability to eat, speak, and socialize.
Do not let your smile give away your age. Let us give you a midlife smile with style! Call us to schedule a consultation.
You may ask yourself, do I qualify for implants? If you answer “yes” to any one of these questions, then give our office a call. Our Implant Coordinator will be happy to answer any and all questions you may have, and get you scheduled for a complimentary consultation and X-ray. Our number is (561) 627-8666
1. Denture wearers frustrated and tired of the problems of full dentures and partials.
Denture wearers who are sick of the goo, the pain, the embarrassment of teeth that can literally fall out in their plate.
2. Those with bone loss that is causing loss of support for the face or causing ugly,
disfiguring appearances to the face.
3. Those who have missing teeth or those about to lose teeth due to decay or fractures
4. Accident victims from motor vehicles, baseball, football, or any other sport who want
to regain function and appearance
5. Those with a mouthful of problems that just seem to get worse and worse
6. Those looking for treatment designed especially for your personal, unique needs in
as few visits as possible
7. Those who wish to sleep well at night, secure in the knowledge you have received
state-of-the-art dentistry based on the latest scientifically proven research.
8. Those with dentures that “float around” displacing at the worst possible times (also
known as Murphy’s Law of Denture Movement- it happens at the worst possible
time) Those disappointed with earlier attempts to fix their teeth
9. Those who want to recapture their youthful appearance
10. Those who have significant gum disease. Those people who feel they are (as several
patients have put it): Dental Disasters with no place to turn.
A toothache is a sign of not only oral health problems, but it can also be a sign of future medical health problems. Per Dr. Philippe P. Hujoel, professor at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle WA, considers the “diet of excessive fermentable carbohydrates will lead to not only dental diseases, but also to other chronic diseases.” Fermentable carbohydrates are not just sweets like cookies, cakes, and candies, but also bananas, dried fruits, rice, pastas and corn.
Here are two ideas in retrospect. A few fermentable carbs are good for your health and dental issues can be avoided by using good preventative measures at home and with your dental office, such as brushing and flossing regularly and having fluoride administered at your normal dental cleanings. Carbohydrates are noted as mostly being harmful to your every day dental health and bodily health. Both should be carefully watched and cut in our daily diets.
The bacteria that live in the mouth turn the fermentable carbohydrates into acid which dilutes the teeth. Also researches show that high-carbohydrate intake will raise the blood sugar levels. Routine visits to your registered dental hygienist and dentist can protect your oral health. Call us for your next visit regardless if you are a new patient or a patient of record.
The main debate when examining good carbs and bad carbs is that both contribute to diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and cancer. For the last 20 years or so, we have been told to keep carbs in our diet because they would help prevent certain types of diseases. More recent studies show that the higher the carb count of your diet, the more susceptible you are to gum disease and cavities. In other words certain carbohydrates are beneficial for your health, but they can also be detrimental for your dental health.
