[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="667"]staticflickr.com[/caption] Everyone's heard that coke can dissolve enamel (after all, it's strong enough to dissolve a nail, right?). However, studies have shown that the dissolved tooth and nail experiments are largely false. Coke was used by some as a cleaner to remove rust stains, and that's where part of the myth arose from. Believe it or not, drinks like cranberry juice have a lower pH and are more acidic than coke. And while some researchers were able to erode some teeth, these experiments were often conducted in petri dishes and were not terribly pertinent to real life. So that means soda isn't as bad as we think it is, right? Wrong! One Prevention article says that sodas are some of the worse beverages you can consume:
While this article mainly focuses on overall health, it does mention poor dental health being an issue. And even though we've established that the tooth-in-coke experiments aren't reliable, that doesn't mean that they don't affect your teeth. For instance, the bacteria in your mouth need sugar to thrive (and they get an overabundance from soda). When the bacteria feeds on the sugar, they produce acid as a by-product. Too many acids can dissolve the calcium in your enamel, making them weak and prone to dental caries. While dental fillings can fix some of these problems, those who consume too much soda may need a lot of restorations. Because soda has such adverse health effects, many communities are inacting laws that would discourage people from overconsumption:
While there's some debate over the effectiveness of these kinds of taxes and over penalizing people for personal choices, at least local governments are concerned for their citizens. Perhaps these sugar taxes -- even if they don't last -- will help people reevaluate their habits and how soda affects their health.
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[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="582"]publicdomainpictures.net[/caption] While many people are skipping out on health insurance plans--figuring that the tax penalty will be cheaper than premiums--even more people skip out on dental plans:
Perhaps this article is correct in saying that dental insurers need to take better care of their consumers, but perhaps the average consumer needs to also spend a little more time researching. There are many ways to pay for preventive dentistry care without breaking the bank:
Although Americans that shirk their dental check-ups may think they are saving money, the National Association of Dental Plans begs to differ:
While the average American may think that their oral health is separate from other systems, the numbers are clear: poor oral health is tied to an increase in serious illness. Also, since Americans without dental care are more likely to need extractions for their teeth, they may have to pay enormous amounts of money over the counter for prostheses, implants, and other restorations. If they don't have that kind of money, they may lose functional abilities for both speaking and eating. Although this kind of damage doesn't happen overnight, it's much more affordable to treat issues early on since teeth can still saved. Are You Really Saving Money Without a Dental Plan? Why Preventive Care is a Must was originally published to: All In 1 Dental All In One Dental Innovations 7046 Dublin Blvd Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 828-9811 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Are You Really Saving Money Without a Dental Plan? Why Preventive Care is a Must [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="488"] 13db.com[/caption] You've probably heard about the Associated Press's report about how flossing doesn't have proven medical benefits. Many dentists were perplexed since they're experiences showed otherwise. Now patients who could benefit from flossing may have another excuse not to. Although unrelated to flossing, an article with a similar tone surfaced in November on Dr Bicuspid. In this article, dentists seem to be undermined again, since researchers claim that there aren't good screening tools for tooth wear:
On further inspection, the research basically points out that screening tools do work together--there just hasn't been a universal tool that can cover every need. So like the flossing issue, dentists shouldn't have to defend their methods of preventative care--they know what they're doing! While everyone loses a bit of enamel as they age, bruxism can be seen on x-rays and with oral screenings, since teeth will be worn or even fractured or chipped! And if wear isn't immediately apparent, dentists can often diagnose based on the patient's symptoms, such as sensitive teeth, jaw pain, headaches, and so on. If you are concerned about bruxism, be sure to ask your dentist about it at your next teeth cleaning. Although bruxism can be identified and stopped in its tracks with a mouthguard, some people can actually reduce their jaw clenching. For instance, one study shows that those who drink alcohol or use cigarettes may be at greater risk for teeth grinding:
So if you aren't keen on wearing a mouthguard for a lengthy amount of time, you may want to consider your lifestyle habits. Also, bruxism can be caused by other conditions, such as sleep apnea, and by high amounts of stress. It's best to come up with a plan with your dentist so that you can wean yourself off of the mouthguard if possible. Dentists Can Help You Stop Bruxism in Its Tracks is available on: www.allin1dental.com All In One Dental Innovations 7046 Dublin Blvd Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 828-9811 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Dentists Can Help You Stop Bruxism in Its Tracks [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="577"] iacpublishinglabs.com[/caption] If you've taken a look at Dentistry IQ's website lately, you may have seen lots of guest blogs by Dr. Richard Nagelberg about periodontal disease. While Nagelberg mainly addresses his colleagues and encourages them to change old habits, much of what he says can apply to you, the patient, as well. Instead of taking preventative measures against periodontal disease, Nagelberg argues that many dentists are just treating people when the disease has already flourished. While this may have been the only way to combat the issue in the past, today patients can be tested for specific bacteria that would indicate the likelihood of disease:
Testing for bacteria is not a long or involved process. Next time you go in for your annual cleaning, all you have to do is ask for a cheek swabbing. The dentist will then send those oral tissue cells to a lab to be examined, and usually, you'll know the results within a week. Bacterial identification, or DNA-Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, is pretty cool. The testing is based on your body's natural process of replication. During the test, sections of your DNA can be replicated over and over in just a few hours so that they can be used for different analyses. Even though this testing is high-tech, it is actually a quick and low-cost method. If you are still on the fence whether or not you should get tested, you may want to also consider how other conditions are connected with periodontal disease. For example, The Dental Tribune just released some interesting information about how gum disease affects brain health:
Alzheimer's isn't the only condition that is tied to gum disease. If you do a little research you will find that gum disease has been in many studies about heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses. Because gum diseases cause chronic inflammation and grant bacteria easy access to the bloodstream, it's no wonder that it's risk factor! Although your dentist has your best interests in mind, he or she may not do this test unless you ask for it. And if you know that your family has a history of gum disease, then it's definitely a good idea to pursue it. The post Ask Your Dentist to Test for Periodontal Disease Before You See Symptoms appeared first on All In One Dental Innovations. All In One Dental Innovations 7046 Dublin Blvd Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 828-9811 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger Ask Your Dentist to Test for Periodontal Disease Before You See Symptoms |
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