Today, we know that our oral health doesn't work in isolation and can greatly affect--and be affected--by other bodily systems. So naturally, exercising and improving overall health surly has some benefits for improving oral health. For instance, those who are overweight or diabetic tend to have inflammation and gum issues, but those who exercise and have a lower BMI tend to have healthier oral tissues. But despite the benefits, there are exercise-related habits that active people should be aware of that can actually harm your oral health. According to Carefree Dental, two issues are sports drinks and mouth breathing:
Thankfully, these habits can be remedied pretty easily by drinking water instead of acidic drinks and by focusing on both nose and mouth breathing. And surely the benefits of exercise outweigh the downsides of these small habits. After all, there have been numerous studies linking heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's, some autoimmune diseases, etc. to poor gum health. So if you diet and exercise, you may not only improve your overall health but your risk of diseases like periodontitis. Along with the previously mentioned habits, athletes should be more aware of which activities can increase their risk of tooth trauma. Obvious culprits like football and hockey necessitate mouthguard usage, but even sports like soccer, track-and-field, gymnastics, etc.should be done with mouthguards. Lastly, besides reducing certain habits and wearing a mouthguard, you may also want to visit your dentist before participating in certain recreational activities. For example, the Dental Tribune had a surprising article about how SCUBA diving could be bad for your teeth and any restorations:
Ultimately exercise is great for oral and overall health, athletes just need to step up their preventive dentistry game if they want to avoid any pitfalls. You can learn more about preventive dentistry services at dentaloasisofoc.com/preventive-dentistry/ The blog post Does Physical Activity Improve Your Oral Health? is courtesy of: http://www.dentaloasisofoc.com/ Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Does Physical Activity Improve Your Oral Health?
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If you've chipped a tooth, then along with structural corrections, you may want cosmetic corrections as well--especially for teeth that are seen when you smile. The question is, do you need fillings, bonding, or veneers? This can depend on a number of factors. If nerves have been damaged, you may need an extraction or endodontic treatment (e.g. root canal) and a filling. If you have multiple teeth that have been chipped, you may want to consider veneers. But for just a single tiny chip, then bonding is the way to go since it is inexpensive and only takes one visit. As you can see, the descriptor "chipped tooth" can describe a number of ailments. A post at The Daily Grind goes into more detail as to why a "chipped tooth" can produce many different restorative options:
As you can see, if patients do chip their teeth, they should be concerned about setting up the right appointment first before settling on veneers, bonding, etc. If there is a dental emergency and severe trauma, saving the tooth's integrity is paramount and you need to call your dentist right away. Because some enamel injuries are difficult to spot, your dentist may send you to another specialist first. One study showed that some specialists may have better imaging equipment that could help identify chips:
Once the severity of the tooth chip has been identified and the structural integrity checked out, and once you've visited any specialists (e.g. radiologists), then you can start looking at bonding, veneers, and the like. Take a look at dentaloasisofoc.com/cosmetic-dentistry/veneers/ for more information. The following article Veneers, Fillings, or Bondings? Depends on Your Chipped Tooth was originally published on: http://www.dentaloasisofoc.com Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Veneers, Fillings, or Bondings? Depends on Your Chipped Tooth WebMD says that a dental phobia is more serious than just feeling a little anxious about going to the dentist. People who suffer from this phobia can have panic attacks or even avoid dental visits for years. So the quick fix is to undergo sedation dentistry, right? The answer is "it depends." There isn't a one-size-fits all way for sedation, so if you've been avoiding the dentist for years and want to go this route, you should learn about the different types (gas, oral sedatives, IV, etc.) that you can undergo:
As you can see, if you have many allergies, any secondary health conditions, and/or have had bad interactions under anesthesia in the past, you may unfortunately not be a good candidate for sedation dentistry. It's best to talk about all your options with your dentist however. As 123dentist.com says, your provider may still be willing to let you undergo this route if you take oral sedatives that don't completely knock you out. If you do get the go-ahead, you and your dentist may also want to talk about which anesthetics typically have the best results. For instance, drbicuspid.com says that while every practitioner may have a personal preference at their office, some patients do better on one drug than another. For instance, one study showed that patients were able to come out of sevoflurane anesthesia easier, but that there weren't many intense side effects (e.g. vomiting) for propofol anesthetics:
If you're phobias are getting in the way of your preventative care, don't hesitate to talk with your dentist about your options. Learn more at dentaloasisofoc.com/preventive-dentistry/ Sedation Dentistry Depends on a Number of Factors was first published on: http://dentaloasisofoc.com/ Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Sedation Dentistry Depends on a Number of Factors
While both a "want" and "need" are in your favor for this career path, Dr. Brian Browne says that many dental services--even ones on Medicaid--were dropped on people's insurance policies. So even if people need and want care, they may have to find alternative routes. Dr. Browne says that if more basic services could be provided, then low-income families wouldn't have such severe problems when they finally are able to see a dentist. You can learn more about this issue in the following video provided by abcnews.com: [embed]http://video-cdn.abcnews.com/120228_BROWNE_DENTAL.mp4[/embed] One possible solution--if you want to work in a low-income community--is to look at dental therapy training. Like hygienists or nurses, dental therapists play more supportive roles at a dentist's office. They are also able to provide the most commonly needed services, such as teeth cleanings. Although some people are hesitant about their credentials since dental therapists aren't as common in the U.S. as other countries, these people are trained to handle a variety of pediatric and preventive procedures. If there were more dental therapists to help, many treatments could be more affordable. Drbicuspid reported a survey recently that says that many U.S. voters support this occupation and its benefits:
To learn more about dental career paths, talk with professionals at dentaloasisofoc.com/preventive-dentistry/ for tips or to get a feel for different services. The following blog post Going into Healthcare in a Low-Income Community? Consider Dental Therapy was first published to: http://www.dentaloasisofoc.com/ Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Going into Healthcare in a Low-Income Community? Consider Dental Therapy Mouthwash products have come a long way over the years. While many people just use them to cure bad breath, they can be used to
And drbicuspid.com posted a study recently that showed that mouthwashes (specifically Listerine) could actually reduce bacteria responsible for STIs:
With all these positive attributes, you may think that there are no side effects of mouthwash. However, these products still need to be taken in moderation. According to another drbicuspid article, mouthwash not only kills bad bacteria, but good bacteria as well:
So perhaps mouthwash moderation is key. But, it seems that this article also makes a point of saying that you can still use mouthwash as long as you replace good bacteria and take in foods that can produce nitric oxide (e.g. leafy greens). For more information about other preventative dentistry methods, look at dentaloasisofoc.com/preventive-dentistry/ Mouthwash Has Many Benefits . . . in Moderation is republished from: Dental Oasis Dental Blog Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Mouthwash Has Many Benefits . . . in Moderation
When you swallow food, it goes from the esophagus to the stomach. At the bottom of the esophagus there is a valve that opens when you swallow and then closes after. But when this valve becomes weaker or becomes stuck (like in the case of a hernia), stomach acid can splash back up and damage the lining. In severe cases, you may regurgitate food and even have stomach acid come back up in your throat and mouth. You can learn more about the basics in the following video: [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdK0jRFpWPQ[/embed] While GERD can happen to anyone, even babies, it is quite common in the aging population. According to NCBI, those in their 50s, 60s, 70s, or 80s have physiological changes that can make it difficult to sense acid in the esophagus, so they may not get help until damage has already been done. And besides being horrible for the digestive tract, GERD can be horrible for seniors' oral health since it can cause dry mouth (which can lead to the growth of bacteria) and since regurgitated acids can wear down enamel. Making sure senior patients don't have GERD is imperative since this demographic already struggles with tooth wear due to aging:
As you can see, 123dentist.com has some good tips for reducing additional tooth wear. GERD can also be managed with certain lifestyle choices. The main issue is that many seniors need to take medications as they age--many of which can cause dry mouth and GERD as symptoms. One way to combat the issue is through salivary stimulants, according to John Flucke's dental tech blog:
Salivary stimulants can decrease dry mouth, which in turn allows saliva to take care of any regurgitated acids. Along with this solution it is important for seniors to still see their dentists regularly for preventative cleanings. Teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments are vital for strengtehing any enamel that has been worn down by acid. Take a look at dentaloasisofoc.com/preventive-dentistry/teeth-cleaning/ for more information. The post How Does GERD Affect Senior Patients’ Oral Health? is available on: www.dentaloasisofoc.com Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger How Does GERD Affect Senior Patients’ Oral Health? The dental school at UCSF published an interesting article yesterday that discusses the side effects of radiation therapy for head/neck cancers--namely the loss of saliva production. However, they've been able to rebuild these structures again in mice--hopefully success in human study participants will follow one day! In the meantime, those who've undergone this kind of treatment still have to deal with permanent dry mouth. Why is this such a problem? They've exchanged one oral health problem for another. Even if oral cancer goes into remission, permanent dry mouth means that individuals don't have the body's natural mouth-cleaning agent anymore; and, they may need to stay on medication to mitigate the possibility of tooth decay and periodontal disease. Dry mouth is just one "small" issue of oral cancer, patients my have to undergo treatments to remove portions of their tongue, voicebox, or even jaw tissue. Because oral cancer can cause such devastating effects, even after treatment, patients--especially high-risk seniors--need to know what they are facing and what to look for:
You can learn more about oral cancer screenings at dentaloasisofoc.com/preventive-dentistry/oral-cancer-screenings/ Even though this cancer is common in seniors (and those who drink or smoke heavily), the good news is that it doesn't have to get out of hand. Dental prevention is key. So what's the bad news? The bad news is that only a minuscule amount of American seniors actually has dental care that could help prevent cancer:
Dentists and insurance providers should work closely with their patients on flexible payment plans and policies. And patients need to be educated and more concerned about their oral health as they age. No one should have to suffer such severe symptoms and treatments when they could have easily been checked out by a dentist in the beginning! The article Seniors Should Focus on Oral Cancer Prevention is courtesy of: Dental Oasis Dental Blog Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Seniors Should Focus on Oral Cancer Prevention In the past, dental patients were limited in their filling options to just silver amalgam. This filler has been used to restore tooth decay since the very beginning of the dentistry profession. While there are some opponents of amalgam, due to the possible environmental and health issues, people are mainly shifting away from this option because they want aesthetic options. Some people prefer ceramic, since they are nigh invisible. The downside is that these kinds of fillings may not be covered by insurance. The happy medium between the two is composite fillings. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they are more affordable. You can learn more about composite fillings at: dentaloasisofoc.com/general-dentistry/fillings/ However, even though each filling option has its pros and cons in regards to price, durability, etc., nothing can beat the natural structure of enamel. In fact, some patients may want to remove some of their old amalgam fillings, but their dentists may recommend that they don't since the removal may necessitate the removal of some enamel also. If patients can, they should try not to rely on fillings to fix their problems, but try to work on preventative care. Lori Roniger--an editor for a dental site--says that there are options that can increase the effectiveness of preventative care:
Although sealants are mainly recommended for children, if they are so effective at reducing caries, then why shouldn't adults get them as well? In the meantime, this study shows that keeping good oral hygiene is the easiest method at your disposal to avoid caries and the need for fillings. And even if a patient has fillings to repair a cavity, that doesn't mean that the filling acts as a barrier (like sealants). There could even be future decay in the same tooth . . . which brings us to the question: besides fillings, will there ever be other options to help decay if preventative measures fail? According to one study, the answer is yes:
Even though this kind of technology to repair tooth damage may not be around immediately, it is pretty nice to know that patients won't always need to weigh the pros and cons of filling materials. And if a patient does all they can to prevent decay and it still happens, it's nice to know that dentistry will continue to evolve to help people maintain as much of their teeth's integrity as possible. The Pros and Cons of Fillings: Will They Be Used in the Future? was originally seen on: Dental Oasis Dental Blog Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger The Pros and Cons of Fillings: Will They Be Used in the Future? Is mouth breathing such a big deal? Well if you are doing hard exercise or if you have a cold and are stuffed up, then yes, of course it is normal to breathe through your mouth. However, if you breathe out of your mouth often instead of your nose, you may have an underlying problem (e.g. too much lymphoid tissue in the oral cavity), or you may be causing more problems! For instance chronic mouth breathers may actually develop TMJ disorders. If you've had this habit since you were very little, then your jaw may have developed in such a way that not only are your teeth out of your alignment, but the disc in the temporomandibular joint is out of alignment as well. If you can safely rule out mouth breathing, Drbicuspid.com has some other ideas as to what may be causing your TMJ. Either way, TMJ from mouth breathing can extra stress, disturbed sleep, headaches, other issues:
You may think that TMJ is the worst of it, but believe it or not, there are even more issues due to mouth breathing. NBC News interviewed a Dr. Yosh Jefferson, an orthodontist, who has listed a litany of potential problems:
It's pretty staggering to find out that something as simple as keeping your mouth open could possibly affect your appearance--something we usually chalk up to genetics. However, because children are growing rapidly, their facial structures can change quickly as well. If you've been mouth breathing for a long time, you may have a recessed chin, a narrower face and jaws, a gummy smile, and less prominent cheekbones. Some of these problems can be fixed with cosmetic surgery and orthodontics. Besides cosmetic differences, mouth breathing puts you at greater risk for bad breath, colds, gingivitis, and digestive issues due to oxygen deprivation. As you can see, it's important for you to go to get an oral exam to see if your mouth breathing is the root of the problem, should you present with other symptoms. A dentist can fit you with a mouthguard for either daytime or nighttime wear if you put lots of pressure on your jaws. And again, you can look into orthodontics for cosmetic corrections (although there is little scientific evidence that this will fix the mouth breathing). Lastly, you may want to get in touch with a myofunctional therapist. These therapists can help you correct any bad habits with swallowing and other facial muscle patterns. The blog post Isn’t Mouth Breathing Harmless? It Can Cause TMJ Disorders & More . . . is courtesy of: Dental Oasis Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Isn’t Mouth Breathing Harmless? It Can Cause TMJ Disorders & More . . . Even though measures have been made to help more and more people receive healthcare, many people still struggle to pay for it. In fact, many families may just take the tax penalty instead since some premiums are too high! To make matters more complicated, some policies don't even cover dental, and some people think that that aspect of healthcare isn't quite as important. While better dental education is certainly in order, what can be done to help low-income families receive care? There are many possibilities, according to one study:
While the study, again, has some good strategies, the first (Increasing access to dental insurance and care) seems a bit obvious. How do we do that? One way is for dental offices to be more flexible and creative with their payment plans. Another way is for families to visit dental schools, which provide quality care and affordability for the price of time due to the work being conducted by students. However, a study presented by Lori Roniger has another idea. The authors of the study were looking at the cost-effectiveness of sealant programs (which were also recommended in the previous Utah study). The authors of the study assume that since many low-income families will not have access to restorative care any time soon, that the best way for long-term dental health is through preventative means. Since many children--not just ones from low-income families--suffer from cavities, dental sealants are a fantastic preventative measure:
Because sealants don't take a long time to place, many school districts with low-income families are able to provide this service for children. And even if your school district doesn't provide this service, saving money for it would be well worth it since the sealants last so long and provide enamel protection. In fact, the study that showed that sealant programs were cost effective also found that if about 1000 kids had sealants, then that would potentially reduce almost 500 fillings and over 130 toothaches annually! Although restorations are wonderful blessings, nothing can replace the strength of enamel. Plus, if families cannot see the dentist often, then preventative procedures are key. How Low-Income Families Can Receive Better Dental Care was first seen on: http://dentaloasisofoc.com/ Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger How Low-Income Families Can Receive Better Dental Care At the beginning of the month, ASDAblog.com published a disconcerting article about how different media outlets have portrayed dentists lately. For instance, the site brings up RD's article called "How Dentists Rip Us Off," and talks about how many news resources illustrate dentists as professionals who only care about their bottom line and not their patient's interests. Not only do these articles drag dentists through the mud in regards to ethics, but some even undercut their professional recommenations. For example, an Associated Press report found that flossing was an ineffective habit; of course, this report frustrated many dentists who were able to cite studies and their own experiences with treatment plans. So what's the latest attack these days? According to a Donna Domino, a features editor at DrBicuspid.com, the media is portraying fluoridation in a negative light, which is obviously frustrating for professionals trying to help patients with preventative dentistry treatments:
Although not directly linked, this concern over fluoridation may be blowback from Flint, Michigan's problems. After all, water safety has been a big topic in the media over the last few years, so it would make sense that people are concerned about everything and anything in their water. However, even Dr. Murthy--the U.S. Surgeon General--approves water fluoridation due to its oral health benefits. He even cites the CDC, which calls it one of the 10 best health achievements of the previous century. As you can imagine, many dentists are frustrated by these anti-fluoridation reports, and so Deborah Foote--another contributor of DrBicuspid.com laid out the benefits of this practice:
Clearly, fluoridation helps with cost of care, the mitigation of secondary illness, and the reduction of tooth decay. If you have any questions regarding fluoridation or other preventative dentistry practices, be sure to talk with your dentist and do your research. The following blog post Is the Media Pulling the Rug Out From Under Dentists? was first published to: http://www.dentaloasisofoc.com Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Is the Media Pulling the Rug Out From Under Dentists?
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The studies featured in this article are promising. However, if you do a quick Google search, you will not only find opponents, but other studies that refute the benefits. While sugar taxes may work in theory, there are a couple of issues. One, is the tax is not often high enough to deter people; and two, if the tax is raised, there are lots of complaints against local governments. If sugar taxes don't work and help people correct their habits, it may fall to dentists, hygienists, and other dentistry professionals to teach their patients about SSBs and their effects. For example, one site just released a blog post about which SSBs to avoid during holiday parties:
Again, you may be skeptical about how bad these drinks really are until you get a good look at just how much sugar is in one bottle: However, you don't have to deprive yourself--you can cut SSBs to improve your oral health and still have tasty beverages. For instance, club soda has a tasty fizzy flavor, but it is infinitely better than other carbonated drinks. If you like fruit drinks, try adding lemon, watermelon, or lime to water. If you still want something sweet, you can dilute some seltzer water with a fruit drink. Yes, it has sugar, but it will be significantly less than a can of fruit juice! What Are SSBs and What Are They Doing to Your Teeth? was originally published to: http://dentaloasisofoc.com Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger What Are SSBs and What Are They Doing to Your Teeth? With all the traveling, holiday parties, and gifts, it's an understatement to say that many Americans can incur lots of expenses this time of year. If you're one of these people, signing up for healthcare by year's end is probably not your idea of fun. But no one wants to be caught in an emergency situation, so you probably grin and bear it. Today, more people are signing up for health plans now, an annual survey of dental care from 2013 says that 47% of Americans do not have some form of health insurance. This same survey also found that 67% of those uninsured Americans actually had a dental issue that needed help, such as fractured teeth and bleeding gums. So, what gives? Many of these people believe that their savings are worth more than their oral health. A recent post at Medline Plus confirms that this choice mainly comes down to cost:
Yet, without preventive dentistry services, such as cleanings, scaling and root planing, etc., uninsured Americans are setting themselves up for larger out-of-pocket expenses in the future (e.g. dental implants). So what can you do to save money? First you should check with your employer for dental benefits. If you do have some benefits, then make sure you choose a dentist that is in your company's network. Another way to save money is to obviously practice good hygiene. If you are lax about brushing and flossing, now's the time to step it up. If you know that you are in pretty good health, make sure you aren't buying a plan that doesn't suit your needs. While some plans cover basic and major procedures, you may only need a plan that covers an annual exam and some x-rays. US News has some more great tips to save money:
You shouldn't have to juggle your expenses and your health--and it's too bad that lots of Americans have to. However, there are definitely options if you do a little research.
Perhaps more programs like these for adults? The post Saving Your Money: How to Make the Most of Your Dental Plan was originally published on: Dental Oasis Of Orange County Blog Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Saving Your Money: How to Make the Most of Your Dental Plan Theresa Pablos, an assistant editor at the Dr Bicuspid website, posted an interesting study in November about screening tools that check for tooth wear. The study takes a look at the different strengths and weaknesses of different methods, but its title is a little misleading since it says "screening tools fall short." If a patient were to run across this article, he or she may wonder if dentists could really catch bruxism! You can take a quick glance at the article here or at drbicuspid.com:
Although these tools and methods may not meet every criteria in the study, patients can rest assured: their dentists can definitely spot worn-away teeth! For instance, in the following video, the doctor says that even though you may not have too many symptoms of bruxism, he can still see the flattening of worn away enamel. Dentists can also see gum recession from teeth "flexing" against one another and loosening tissue: [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLjZg5-ThlQ[/embed] So even though there may be no universal tool that can identify teeth wear, you should still go in for a teeth cleaning since a combination of screening techniques can help. But if you do end up having bruxism, being diagnosed isn't enough. Preventative measures should be taken. For instance, although you may think that teeth grinding is only caused by stress, there are many other factors at place:
Making adjustments in your life (such as cutting back on alcohol) could be all that's needed to reduce night-time bruxism. However, if the issue does not resolve itself, it's best to get fitted with a mouthguard at your dentist's office. The following post Don’t Worry, Dentists Can Still Catch Bruxism was originally published to: Dental Oasis Of Orange County Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Don’t Worry, Dentists Can Still Catch Bruxism The following article Find Our Dental Implant Office is available on: http://www.dentaloasisofoc.com/ Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Find Our Dental Implant Office |
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