We all heard mom’s say “Did you drink your milk”? And we all have heard over and over how  milk has always been the number one source of calcium that helps us build strong bones and teeth! Calcium is needed to keep your teeth healthy and prevent them against decay. Teeth and dental health are related to calcium consumption. We need to make sure that we get enough calcium throughout our lifetime.

It’s believed that roughly 90% of Americans will get at least one cavity in their lifetime. When a cavity is in its initial stages, you will often be symptom-free and experience no discomfort at all. It’s not until the tooth decay has reached a certain level that you will begin to notice the signs and symptoms. While a toothache and sensitivity to hot and cold foods and liquids are surefire signs that you have a cavity, there are lesser-known symptoms as well. If you’re experiencing any of these warning signs, you may want to consider making an appointment with our office as soon as possible:

• Persistent bad breath or a bad taste in the mouth
• When you bite down, there is a sticky, tarry feeling
• Puss or discharge around a tooth
• A visible discoloring, usually black or brown
• Small pits or holes in the tooth

Routine dental care is important. While good oral hygiene, a healthy diet, and regular cleanings at the dentist will deter the formation of cavities. A cavity can occur at any time, no matter what your age. Bacteria causes tooth decay, and no amount of brushing, flossing, and rinsing will eradicate all the bacteria from your mouth. If you think you may have a cavity, please contact our office immediately.

“Routine screenings” can protect you from Oral Cancer! There are an estimated 91,200 people in the U.S. living with oral cancer, a potentially disfiguring and fatal condition. It’s not just tobacco users who are at risk. Alcohol consumption, genetics, nutritional deficiencies, prolonged sun exposure (lip cancer) and if you are predisposed, just being over age 40…can increase your risk. Oral cancer can spread very quickly! Early detection is important. About 37,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed every year.

For your own piece of mind, schedule an exam for you and your loved ones today!

Active kids call for active safety. While helmets, knee pads and goggles protect their bodies, it is also very important to protect their teeth from injury. A mouthguard is a reliable way to safeguard their teeth during sports and play.

According to dental studies, about 85% of people have persistent bad breathe caused by a dental condition.

Causes of Bad Breathe:

Gum Disease,cavities, poor oral hygiene, oral cancer, dry mouth, certain foods, and health conditions.

How to prevent Bad Breathe:

• Visit your dentist regularly
• Brush your teeth and tongue
• Floss your teeth daily
• Rinse your mouth with mouthwash
• Avoid tobacco
• Avoid alcohol and caffeine consumption, which can dry the mouth

Your overall health depends on your oral health!

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Cavities don’t always hurt, at least until they are really bad, in which case you’ve waited too long.

Stay on top of your dental health by scheduling your cleanings and exams.

You may not experience any noticeable symptoms but gum disease can affect your overall health. It causes damage to your teeth and gums and usually gets worse gradually. Having a thorough dental exam, periodontal charting and x-rays can help us detect gum disease before you even know it’s there.

Oral health habits may affect whether a person develops dementia later in life. Researchers followed adults with no previous diagnosis of dementia and a median age of 81 and determined that participants who reported brushing their teeth less than once per day had up to 65 percent greater risk of developing dementia than those who brushed three times daily.