Did you know that there are over 3.6 million cases of child abuse cases reports every year? We as dental professionals are obligated to report child abuse or neglect if observed in our dental office. There are 4 types of child abuse; physical, sexual, emotional and neglect. It is our responsibility to be aware of […]
The Truth About Alcohol and The Mouth
Did you know that alcohol consumption can effect the mouth and increases your risk for oral cancer? Alcohol comes in contact with the lips, tongue, gingival tissue, mucosal tissue, pharynx, esophagus and the larynx. When alcohol comes in contact it causes irritation which in turn causes an increase risk for cancer in these locations. According to the American Cancer […]
Dental Care For Infants
It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) that a dental home be established for an infant by the age of 12 months. The purpose of this is to institute preventative measures against dental decay and assist with choosing good dietary habits along with providing proper oral hygiene instruction for the primary teeth […]
Ultrasonic scaling and the benefits to YOU…..the patient!!!!
There are several benefits to having your teeth cleaned with an ultrasonic scaler….here are few. (1) more efficient removal of dental plaque (as known as Biofilm) and calculus with ultrasonic instrumentation (2) decreased treatment time, especially with heavy deposits (3) ultrasonic tip spray promotes elimination of dental plaque/Biofilm (4) ultrasonic instruments rid the radicular surfaces (pockets) of bacterial […]
National Dental Hygiene Month
Did you know that Dr. Fones established the 1st Dental Hygiene Program in 1913? The first class of graduating Dental hygienists consisted of 27 students in November 1914. The 1st Licensed Dental Hygienist was Irene Newman in 1917. In September 1923 the American Dental Hygienist Association was organized. In 1952 all states license Dental Hygienists. […]
How To Avoid Sports-Related Dental Injuries
Did you know that over over 5 million teeth are lost annually in sports-related injuries? With so many kids and adults that are involved in sports we believe protecting the teeth from possible injury when playing sports should be a priority. There are several over the counter mouthguards; however, these types often don’t give a […]
Treating Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
There have been many links in recent years with dental health and cardiovascular disease. After attending a continuing education course in Hudsonville, MI we came across new information we would like to pass on to you. “In spite of impressive technologic advances in the field of medicine, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause […]
Does Fluoridated Water Have Cancer Risks?
According to the National Cancer Institute, many studies, in both human and animals, have shown no association between fluoridated water and cancer risk!!! There are more that 60% of the U.S. population that has access to fluoride through the public water system. Fluoride is the name given to a group of compounds that are composed […]
Hypertension and Oral Health
In recent studies there has been a strong connection in hypertension/high blood pressure and poor oral health. High blood pressure is one of the may risk factors of heart disease. When a person suffers from poor oral health tartar and plaque accumulate on their teeth leading to gingivitis/gingival infection. When left untreated, plaque will eventually enter […]
Thumb-Sucking and the Pacifier !
If your child sucks on a pacifier or thumb or fingers after the age of 2 it may effect the shape of their mouth and the alignment of their teeth. If your child stops sucking their thumb, fingers or pacifier before the permanent teeth erupt there is a good chance the bite will correct itself. […]
