Athletic related dental injuries such as cracked/fractured teeth, knocked out teeth, jawbone breaks, and oral tissue abrasions lead to over 600,000 emergency room visits each year. This is according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). If you play a sport competitively or recreationally, the Moreno Valley dentists at Moreno Valley Dentistry highly recommend that you… Read more »
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Filling you in with a Cavity Quiz
Since you are examined for cavities at each of your six month dental checkups, you probably figure you know all there is to know about tooth decay. The Corona dentists at Dental Associates of Corona would like to challenge you, however, and see if you really are an expert on the dental infection better known as… Read more »
Oral-Systemic Health Evidence for the Elderly
The concept of oral-systemic health (an oral and overall health connection) has barely been uncovered by scientists. All over the world, time and money have been dedicated to scientific research which shows compelling evidence that the various germs in our mouths responsible for periodontal disease and cavities could very well contribute to life-threatening health conditions… Read more »
Coconut Oil: A New Battler of Tooth Decay?
According to a recent study instituted by the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland, coconut oil (after digested) has the ability to combat the harmful bacteria (Streptococcus mutans) which cause tooth decay. This information was released at the Society for General Microbiology’s Autumn Conference at the University of Warwick, where researchers stated that coconut oil… Read more »
What are Teeth For?
at Riverside Dental Group will tell you more about dental fractures. Don’t Crack your Teeth Up Cracked tooth syndrome is most treatable when identified early. If a fracture is serious and not tended to, you could end up with severe decay and potentially irreparable tooth damage leading to the need for extraction and replacement. When… Read more »
Dentists of Modern Times Embrace Technology
The Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group are invested in providing advanced technology within the office. This makes your dental appointments more efficient and more comfortable. Whether you need a dental checkup, teeth whitening, restoration, gum disease treatment, or any comprehensive dentistry service, our team will make sure your experience is comfortable and safe for you. The truth is, if… Read more »
Should Pregnant Women have Dental Cleanings?
Many women fear that they should cut off their preventive dental care when they are pregnant. It’s true that x-rays are definitely not an option when a baby is gestating. Additionally, certain invasive dental procedures aren’t recommended in a prenatal state. However, pregnancy is no time to avoid the dentist completely. Pregnant women are actually at a higher risk for gum… Read more »
Do you Know All about Dental Checkups?
at Riverside Dental Group challenge you to a quiz on preventive dental care. Questions Q1. True or false – A common dental cleaning instrument which you can purchase at the drugstore is called a scaler. Q2. True or false – Dental Hygienists receive their training on the job. Q3. True or false – You will… Read more »
The Importance of Daily Flossing
Levi Spear Parmly was a dentist in New Orleans. He is credited with inventing silken dental floss back in 1815, though it is believed that Native Americans taught Pilgrims to gnaw on sticks to create a combination toothbrush/floss for removing debris from between teeth. Flossing has come a long way over the years, with biodegradable… Read more »
Six Month Dental Checkups: Really Necessary? Yes!
You’ve probably heard about the six month rule for most of your life. Besides brushing and flossing daily, you should see the Corona dentists at Dental Associates of Corona (or your closest family dentist) every six months for a dental checkup and cleaning. When you take good care of your teeth, your dentist tells you… Read more »
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