Certain Medications Affect Your Dental Health – Dentist Sandy Springs
If you’re taking medications for certain health conditions, it may not have crossed your mind that they can also impact your oral health. After all, medications are supposed to bring equilibrium back to your system, not stir things up, right? Truth is, a variety of prescribed medications can affect your teeth. Antihistamines may cause dry […]
We’ve made a lot of progress – Dentist Sandy Springs
People in ancient times believed that the stabbing pain of a toothache was caused by a toothworm, which either had appeared spontaneously or had bored its way into the tooth. If the pain was severe, it meant that the worm was thrashing about, but if the aching stopped, then the worm was resting. Cultures all […]
Cranberries Have Unique Benefit For Women – Dentist Sandy Springs
A recent study at Rutgers University, and published in Phytochemistry, confirmed a long-held theory that ingestion of cranberries is helpful in protecting against harmful bacterial in the urinary tract. This is due to one of its natural compounds called proanthocyanidin [PAC’s], and its anti-adhesion effect. Cranberry components are potential anti-caries agents since they inhibit acid […]
ADA Recognized “Cosmetic Dentist”. a Prosthodontist – Dentist Sandy Springs
More and more dentists are calling themselves ‘cosmetic dentists’ when there is no cosmetic specialty in dentistry. Regardless of this claim, the fact remains that the majority of dentist are general dentist who press the envelope of ethics by calling themselves ‘cosmetic dentists’. They all have undergraduate degrees and at least four years of dental […]
ADA Recognized Prosthodontist – Sandy Springs Top Dentist
The American Dental Association (ADA) only has nine recognized post dental degree specialties and implant dentistry falls within several of them. These specialties range in one to six years of advanced training beyond dental school. At the end of their post doctorate dental degree, these dentists receive additional certifications in their respective specialties, becoming experts […]
A Prosthodontist – your ADA cosmetic dentist. Sandy Springs
If there was a cosmetic specialty it would probably come under the ADA sanctioned prosthodontic degree. With the passage of time prosthodontic dentists are gaining popular recognition as patients become more familiar with the advances in modern dentistry. Of the 170 thousand dentists in the country only about two (2%) percent are trained prosthodontists. They […]
Oral Health Care of Our Aging Population – Dentist Sandy Springs
Two important oral health care concerns emerging in the United States are disparities in the oral disease burden and the inability of certain segments of the population to access oral healthcare.[1] Older Americans are becoming a larger segment of our population and suffer disproportionately from oral diseases, with the problem being particularly acute for individuals […]
Teeth Whitening – Dentist Sandy Springs
More and more the aesthetics of teeth are of great importance to patients, including tooth color. The color of teeth is influenced by a combination of their natural color and the presence of any external stains that may form on the tooth surface. The type of natural stain and initial tooth color can play a […]
Teeth Grinding – Dentist Sandy Springs
Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. But occasional teeth grinding does not usually cause harm. It’s when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis the teeth can be damaged and other oral health complications can arise. Why Do People Grind Their Teeth?[1] Although teeth grinding can be caused by […]
Dental Advice for Moms-To-Be – Dentist Sandy Springs
Expecting a baby is a very exciting time, and you’re already on the right path if you’re staying on top of your dental health. With the proper dental care measures, you’ll increase your chances of having a smoother pregnancy, full-term delivery and healthy baby. If you’re planning to get pregnant, consider having your teeth cleaned […]
Women and Oral Health – Dentist Sandy Springs
As a woman, you know that your health needs are unique, including your oral health needs. And because your needs are unique, you need to take extra care of yourself. While women tend to take better care of their oral health than men do, women’s oral health is not significantly better than men’s. This is […]
Mouthwash and Oral Cancer – Dentist Sandy Springs
There appears to be controversy over whether mouthwash containing alcohol may be related to oral cancer. This controversy arises out the studies that show a link between oral cancer and the consumption alcohol. By extension, if drinking alcohol may cause cancer than so should alcohol based mouthwash. Michael Douglas is the most recent case in […]
The Mercury Filling Controversy – Dentist Sandy Springs
Whenever I hear a patient ask about amalgam restorations (mercury fillings), I wonder why this question refuses to go away. For decades, amalgams have been considered the primary restorative material for posterior teeth (the ones in the back) because of their long time success. After enormous amounts of study, the World Health Organization, the FDI […]
Wisdom Teeth Removal – Dentist Sandy Springs
An oral surgeon or a general dentist (even a prosthodontist) can extract a wisdom tooth. Ninety-nine percent of the time our practice refers out to one of our participating oral surgeons. Most of the time the procedure can be done in the office. However, it is possible that you could have the surgery in the […]
Are You Thumbing Your Mouth At Me? Dentist Sandy Springs
If you have a new born or have one on the way, you’re going to find out that infants have a natural instinct to suck as a way of nourishing and soothing themselves. Often, this leads to the child sucking on their fingers, a blanket, a stuffed animal or their thumb. Usually, this habit is […]
The Difference between Dental and Physician Health Care Costs
Sandy Springs Dentist Why the cost of your dental care really hasn’t increased that much? In fact it has either tracked or lagged behind the consumer price index and this is despite all the advances in dental technology. Compare that observation to your medical care costs. If you go in to see your dentist and […]
4 Steps to Promoting Good Oral Health – Dentist Sandy Springs
Good oral hygiene is important for maintaining your overall health. If you believe this and you should, then there are 4 essential guidelines of preventative care to maintaining good oral health[1]: Floss regularly and floss first- Individuals should floss on a regular basis after meals and before brushing their teeth. The reason you floss first […]
How much do dental fillings cost? Dentist Sandy Springs
The cost depends the type of filling material and the complexity of restoration. Amalgams are cheaper than composites but amalgams last significantly longer if you are not concerned about aesthetics.[1] You might think to call a local dentist from the internet and ask. But the problem with a quote over the phone is that each […]
