Your oral health is directly tied to your overall health. One of the most important ways to maintain good oral health is to prevent cavities. Unfortunately, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 30% of American adults have dental cavities that have not been treated. This is why it is important to know the …
Most people are aware of the health benefits gained by regularly brushing and flossing your teeth, but people may not know there are several foods that promote healthy teeth as well. It’s very important to have a well-balanced diet across the major food groups, which includes protein, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and calcium-rich …
Fluoride is a mineral found in your bones and teeth. It is naturally present in water, however many communities add fluoride to their water system to achieve a level recommended to prevent tooth decay. It has been shown to protect teeth against cavities. The American Dental Association reports every dollar invested in water fluoridation saves over …
You may have glanced at a bill from your dentist and found a big difference between the cost of periodontal maintenance and a regular cleaning. At HollowBrook Dental, your Colorado Springs dentist, we are sometimes asked about this, so we decided to explain these two dental procedures. What is periodontal maintenance? Periodontal maintenance is a …
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Local Dentist Now Offers New Minimally Invasive Treatment ST. LOUIS, MO — Bleeding gums may indicate more than a dental health problem: current research links gum disease to heart attacks, strokes, type II diabetes, respiratory disease, and systemic inflammations. The links between gum disease and potential health problems is highlighted by the fact that more …
In an effort to save money and speed the process of straightening teeth, people are frequently turning to at-home teeth straightening kits and treatments that they order online. As a 2017 ABC News article reports, 13 percent of the members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) report repairing damage from patients who have used these do-it-yourself …
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In an effort to save money and speed the process of straightening teeth, people are frequently turning to at-home teeth straightening kits and treatments that they order online. As a 2017 ABC News article reports, 13 percent of the members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) report repairing damage from patients who have used these do-it-yourself …
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Almost all toothbrushes these days are manufactured with plastic handles and nylon bristles, which can be effective at removing food particles and bacteria, while also being relatively benign toward the teeth themselves. The difference between a manual toothbrush and an electric one is that the brushing motion required for cleaning teeth is generated automatically by …
It’s easy to joke about stressful situations that make you want to tell people that “you’re ready to start grinding your teeth” but doing the painful act isn’t amusing at all—especially when you’re not even aware that it’s taking place. According to the National Sleep Foundation, about 8 percent of adults grind their teeth at night, …
Oral cancer can occur in any of the components that make up the mouth (the oral cavity). Approximately 90% of oral cancers are a type called squamous cell carcinomas. About 91,200 people are living with oral cancer in the US, and approximately 37,000 new cases are diagnosed every year. The good news is, when detected …
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