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We Take Sterilization and Cleanliness Seriously!
July 26, 2013
Sterilization is important in a dental office and we follow all CDC guidelines and more to keep our patients safe. We first clean and scrub all instruments then place them into biological indicator bags. The instruments are then wrapped in containers for the autoclave. The basic principal of steam sterilization is to expose all items to […]
Read MoreAssistants and Hygienists
June 12, 2013
Many patients ask about the duties of dental assistants and hygienists. Assistants work primarily with the dentist by assisting them with procedures, making temporary crowns, adjusting dentures, placing sealants and bleaching teeth. Hygienists work primarily on your semi-annual checkups. They chart your gum depths (periodontal charting), scale and polish the teeth and perform an exam […]
Read MoreAre Baby Teeth Important?
May 8, 2013
Yes! Teaching your child good oral hygiene habits early can lead to a lifelong healthy smile, but did you know that just because babies don’t have any visible teeth, doesn’t mean they can’t get cavities? A baby’s 20 primary teeth are already present in the jaws at birth. And those baby teeth that begin coming through […]
Read MoreDry Mouth – Symptoms and Causes
April 17, 2013
Dry mouth results from an inadequate flow of saliva. It is not a disease, but a symptom of a medical disorder or a side effect of certain medications, such as antihistamines, decongestants, pain killers, diuretics and many others. Saliva is the mouth’s primary defense against tooth decay and maintains the health of the soft and […]
Read MoreDetecting Oral Cancer Early
September 26, 2012
Don’t wait until April when it is Oral Cancer Awareness month. Our doctors perform a visual oral cancer exam every time you receive an exam in our Hygiene department. However, early detection is important and a more comprehensive, one minute test called “Vizilite” gives the doctor detailed, lab-indicated results to detect cancer early. Ask your Hygienist […]
Read MoreGood Snacks, Bad Snacks
August 21, 2012
The types of snacks you eat between meals affects your gums and teeth. Crackers, sweets and any food that sticks to your teeth are a dead ringer for bacteria to form. Eat whole foods such as fruits and vegetables (hold the hot dips please!) to improve you teeth and gums.
Read MoreSoft Drinks and Your Teeth
July 25, 2012
A product like Red Bull, with a pH many times higher that Coca Cola, will actually cause three times more enamel damage due to all of the added chemicals! 7 is a normal pH and Red Bull has a pH of 3.1 and it takes 1 and ½ hours for your mouth to return to […]
Read MorePeriodontal Disease
June 12, 2012
Periodontal disease takes years to develop and is “silent” in how it progresses. Brushing and flossing twice a day helps. Also, eating the right foods helps. Gum disease or periodontal disease rarely cause symptoms like pain or puffy tissue. When in the early stages, the patient usually does not know they have this serious infection. If […]
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