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Regular dental visits lower heart attack risks
A new study presented at the American Heart Association’s annual meeting reveals that those who visit the dentist at least twice a year had a 24% lower risk of heart attack and a 13% lower risk of heart disease compared to people who never went or went less than once every two years. For seven […]
Baby boomer generation now facing tooth loss
Many people who were born in the baby boomer generation are now beginning to experience tooth loss. In fact, people from the ages of 50-64 have lost at least six teeth, and, surprisingly, ten percent of Americans who are over the age of 50 have lost all of their teeth. So what is going on […]
Botox injections may help alleviate nocturnal bruxism
As many as 15% of people grind their teeth in their sleep. It is a condition called nocturnal bruxism, and no one knows its exact cause or how to treat it. However, the recent efforts of Dr. William Ondo, professor of neurology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, have shown indications […]
Austin woman attacked, left with tooth damage
A man who attacked a woman outside of Liberty Bar last May has been sentenced to 45 years in prison. The man was found guilty of aggravated robbery after punching the woman in the face and running off with her purse. His actions were captured by the bar’s surveillance camera. The 30-year-old man sneaked up […]
The Pros and Cons of Air Abrasion
The high-pitched, screeching sound of a dental drill can frighten or be irritating for dental patients of all ages. Fortunately, recent technology has developed an alternative method for cleaning teeth and treating tooth decay – air abrasion. Air abrasion is a virtually painless procedure in which a device blows a stream of small aluminum oxide particles on to the surface of […]
The Long-Term Effects of TMJ Disorders
If you experience pain, clicking, or discomfort in your jaw, it may be an indication of a temporomandibular joint disorder. This condition affects a large percentage of the population. Roughly 10 million Americans are said to suffer from TMJ disorders, yet, the number of people who get treatment for the symptoms is only a fraction […]
Good oral health can fight off pneumonia
A new study out of the Yale University School of Medicine supports claims by the Dental Health Foundation that poor oral health could lead to pneumonia. Researchers at Yale discovered bacterial changes in the mouth often precedes pneumonia, especially in older adults and young children. While more research will have to be done to examine […]
Why Are People Afraid of the Dentist?
While there are people who book dental procedures as recommended, others don’t even like the idea of seeing the dentist for routine checkups. Unfortunately, this causes them to develop serious oral complications that can actually be treated if given the right attention at the right time. Despite the continuous advancements offered in dental care, the […]
Why You Shouldn’t Smoke with Dental Implants
Many people believe dentures are the only option for replacing a missing tooth or full set of teeth, but there are alternatives. One of these alternatives is dental implants, which are surgically inserted into a patient’s mouth, giving him or her teeth that are both fully functional and aesthetically pleasing. Implants are meant to be permanent; however, they can […]
What You Need to Know about Invisalign
Invisalign is an alternative form of dental realignment that offers the same benefits and results as conventional metal braces, but in the form of clear and removable aligners. The aligners are formed to fit your teeth and gradually shift them into their proper place over time. Over a million patients across the country have used Invisalign […]
