tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23991997557473401602024-03-13T04:36:37.583-07:00Dentist Wilmington NCGregory B. Garrett, DDS's Wilmington NC dental office is pleased to provide professional quality dental treatment to patients in Wilmington NC, Hampstead, Murraysville, Myrtle Grove, Carolina Beach and the surrounging communities. We offer general, family, children's, cosmetic, adult and senior dentistry services for our patients.Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.comBlogger414125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-3421498258333678862019-12-25T07:00:00.000-08:002019-12-25T07:00:08.713-08:00Tooth Anatomy: Know The Parts Of Your Teeth<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GiWWAESNLdc/XZ4YgGGOoLI/AAAAAAAAAlU/o6nGBWfdxKsVmR77Jc3ug03YiDdh76JggCEwYBhgL/s1600/tooth%2Banatomy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GiWWAESNLdc/XZ4YgGGOoLI/AAAAAAAAAlU/o6nGBWfdxKsVmR77Jc3ug03YiDdh76JggCEwYBhgL/s320/tooth%2Banatomy.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you ever wondered what makes up a tooth? Each part of a tooth has unique functions and properties. </span><a href="http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSSPrint/r.WSIHW000/st.31843/t.31883/pr.3/c.305984.html" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Aetna's</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Simple Steps to Better Dental Health lists major parts of tooth anatomy, including enamel, dentin, cementum, root(s) and the root canal chamber(s) inside the tooth. Damaged teeth, especially teeth with cracked or eroded enamel, are very susceptible to cavities. Advanced gum disease, another oral health condition that threatens tooth health, attacks the bone of the teeth and may cause tooth loss. Understanding the function of each part of a tooth and the steps required to keep teeth healthy with home care and regular checkups are important components of oral health education for you and your family.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth Enamel</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth enamel is a protective barrier that surrounds the visible part of the tooth. It is composed of strong minerals, including calcium phosphate. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and healthy enamel is resistant to cavity-causing bacteria. Because of its mineral composition, tooth enamel is translucent. Fortunately, enamel can be strengthened. Fluoride, a common mineral, helps replenish deficits in tooth enamel. Parents can help replenish enamel at home with Colgate</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 7pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">®</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> toothpastes that contain fluoride. Dentists also offer special fluoride treatments. These are commonly administered to children to help keep their teeth strong and free from cavities.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dentin</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dentin is found underneath the enamel surface of the tooth and underneath the cementum that forms along a tooth's roots. Made of living cellular material and tissue, dentin is what makes up the majority of a tooth's structure. Dentin is a bone-like substance that contains microscopic tubules. Unlike enamel, exposed dentin is highly susceptible to the bacteria that cause dental cavities and can cause tooth sensitivity.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cementum</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cementum is a coating that surrounds the roots of teeth and is similar to enamel, but softer. Cementum assists with root stability by attaching to the fibers that anchor the tooth in the jawbone.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Roots</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Much as a tree's roots help anchor it in the ground, a tooth's roots anchor it in the jawbone. This allows teeth to withstand the force of biting and chewing food on a daily basis. According to the </span><a href="http://www.perio.org/node/510" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">American Academy of Periodontology</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, one major threat to the health of a tooth's roots is periodontal disease. This oral care disease is caused by bacteria in the dental plaque invading the gum tissue and supporting bone, thus leading to destruction of the bone holding the tooth or teeth in place. Tooth roots are integral to maintaining dental health. Even children can develop gum disease. Maintaining healthy oral hygiene practices — including thorough flossing and brushing — is an easy way to keep mouths healthy with home care. Regular dental cleanings for you and your family will also combat tartar and, ultimately, gum disease.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Root and Pulp Canals</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Located inside the tooth in a hollow chamber is the root or pulp canal. A tooth may have one root and many premolar and molar teeth may contain two or three roots. It houses cellular material including pulp and the tooth's roots. This area of the tooth is extremely sensitive and is responsible for providing the blood flow and nutrients that are necessary to keep teeth alive. When this area is damaged or infected by extensive decay and trauma, root canal treatment is often necessary to save a tooth from extraction.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning about the basics of tooth anatomy will help you understand how oral health conditions form so that you can teach your children healthy dental habits. Explaining the unique biological makeup of teeth to your kids can also be a fun and productive way to introduce biological concepts in an easy-to-understand format.</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-b91c45ab-7fff-244b-0870-68076b625c7f" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/basics/mouth-and-teeth-anatomy/tooth-anatomy-know-the-parts-of-your-teeth-0214" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">colgate.com</span></a></span></div>
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-65027837683110325812019-12-15T07:00:00.000-08:002019-12-15T07:00:09.642-08:00Cavity Fillings: What to Expect, Types & Potential Problems<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZmoPBPes_mA/XZ4YL7leUyI/AAAAAAAAAlE/XSkfcHgCuvEWIGQRbbCdNfPjFiP25F8wwCEwYBhgL/s1600/FillingsWhattoExpectTypesPotentialProblems700x250.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="700" height="114" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZmoPBPes_mA/XZ4YL7leUyI/AAAAAAAAAlE/XSkfcHgCuvEWIGQRbbCdNfPjFiP25F8wwCEwYBhgL/s320/FillingsWhattoExpectTypesPotentialProblems700x250.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0b43b378-7fff-e173-47af-f1bda137c3a1" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto; white-space: normal;"><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The process of filling cavities is a fairly simple and straightforward one that can be done right at your dentist's office.</span></span></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Filling Cavities: What to Expect</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You should expect to be at your dentist's office for around an hour. This gives him or her enough time to take x-rays if needed, talk to you about the procedure and complete the dental work. Before filling cavities, your dentist will numb your teeth, gums and surrounding skin to avoid and lessen discomfort during the procedure. Next, he or she will drill out the decay in the tooth and replace it with a filling. This process only takes a few minutes.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once you're done, your mouth will probably remain numb for a few more hours. There aren’t any significant risks associated with filling cavities, but be sure to keep your dentist’s contact information on hand in case you have any questions or complications.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The most common use of tooth fillings is to fill a cavity in the tooth. But tooth fillings also can be used to repair damage to teeth caused by teeth grinding (bruxism) or to replace part of a broken tooth.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Types of Cavity Fillings</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many options are available for tooth fillings, and all of them have their pros and cons. Types of tooth fillings include gold, silver amalgam (a composite of mercury, silver, and other metals), tooth-colored composite material, porcelain, and a special type of glass. The best tooth fillings for you will depend on cost, what your insurance may cover, and your aesthetic preferences.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There is a wide variety of materials used for filling cavities and they vary in strength and color. The two most common types are amalgam and composite.</span></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Amalgam Fillings</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Amalgam has been used by dental professionals for more than a century; it is the most researched material used for filling cavities. Amalgam fillings are strong and are therefore ideal for filling cavities in the back of the mouth such as in the molars, where chewing takes place. Since they are made of a combination of several metallic elements, amalgam fillings can be noticeable when you laugh or smile. These fillings are among the least expensive of all cavity-filling materials.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Composite Fillings</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Sometimes referred to as composites or filled resins, these fillings feature a combination of glass or quartz filler and can be made to match the color of your tooth. Composite fillings are also fairly durable and are ideal for small-to-mid-size restorations in areas of your mouth that perform moderate chewing.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Metals</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Gold or silver amalgam are the most common metals used for a cavity filling. Gold fillings can cost as much as 10 times more than silver amalgam fillings, but some people prefer the appearance of gold to silver fillings if they want the durability of metal vs. a less-durable composite material. Some people don’t like the appearance of metal fillings, but metal fillings can last as long as 10-15 years before they need to be replaced.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ceramic</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: A ceramic cavity filling (usually made of porcelain) is tooth-colored, and it may be less likely to show tooth stains over time than a composite cavity filling. But price is a factor—a ceramic filling can be nearly as expensive as a gold cavity filling.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Glass Ionomer</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: This blend of acrylic and glass is used to create a cavity filling that releases fluoride to help protect teeth. But a glass ionomer cavity filling is less durable than other types, and may need to be replaced in as little as five years.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Taking Care of Cavity Fillings</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/cavities-tooth-decay/tooth-pain-sensitivity-before-after-filling-cavities" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">experience some sensitivity and pain</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> after receiving tooth fillings, but this discomfort should subside. Don't neglect your oral care routine. Instead, try products designed specifically to protect sensitive teeth. </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/crest-pro-health-sensitive-and-enamel-shield" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Pro-Health Sensitive Plus Enamel Shield Toothpaste</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> protects sensitive teeth, and also provides protection against future tooth decay. In addition, </span><a href="https://oralb.com/en-us/products/glide-pro-health-original-floss" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oral-B Glide Floss</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/gums/sore-gums-causes-treatments-relief-sensitive-gums" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">sensitive gums</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> shouldn’t irritate the area around tooth fillings.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When to Replace a Cavity Filling</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth fillings usually last for many years before they need to be replaced. But tooth fillings can wear out over years of chewing. If you clench or grind your teeth, you may need to have tooth fillings replaced sooner.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you notice signs of wear on your tooth fillings, such as cracks or worn areas, see your dentist to have the filling replaced as soon as possible. Continuing to chew with a damaged filling can cause the tooth to crack and require additional repair that is more expensive and more complicated than a simple cavity filling. If additional tooth decay develops around a filling, whether or not the filling is damaged, your dentist may choose to repair the tooth with a crown instead of a second cavity filling.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Other Potential Problems with Cavity Fillings</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s important to know about potential problems, so you can see your dentist promptly to have cavity fillings adjusted or repaired. Possible complications from cavity fillings include: </span></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Infection</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Sometimes a cavity filling will pull away from the tooth to which it is attached, creating a small space. This space can be a breeding ground for bacteria that can cause additional tooth decay. If you notice a space between your tooth and your cavity filling, visit a dentist as soon as possible.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Damage</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Sometimes a cavity filling breaks, cracks, or falls out. Damage to a filling can occur when you bite down on something hard or if you are hit in the mouth while playing sports. See a dentist as soon as you notice damage to a cavity filling to avoid irritation and infection of the unprotected tooth.</span></li>
</ul>
<div style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-f5de7c41-7fff-b5a7-8b52-bcd87cb68344" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/cavities-tooth-decay/cavity-fillings-what-to-expect-types-problems" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span></a></span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-5302975606865260942019-12-06T07:00:00.000-08:002019-12-06T07:00:00.927-08:00Erosion: Stomach Upset and Your Teeth<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); color: #505050; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.4px; line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SQDf3o66OwE/XZ9S-XaoZBI/AAAAAAAAAlo/6BLh1I-vqMAeuT0t3ir5YMm_V0ZxV7PCwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/article_digestive_issues_erosion.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="460" height="173" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SQDf3o66OwE/XZ9S-XaoZBI/AAAAAAAAAlo/6BLh1I-vqMAeuT0t3ir5YMm_V0ZxV7PCwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/article_digestive_issues_erosion.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Did you know your digestive health can affect your teeth?</div>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Frequent
stomach upset can cause a gradual wearing away of the protective enamel
on your teeth, a process known as tooth erosion. This can affect the
appearance of your teeth and open the door for harmful bacteria that
cause cavities.</div>
<h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #319b47; font-size: 1.4em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<b style="box-sizing: border-box;">How Do Stomach Problems Affect My Teeth?</b></h3>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Your
stomach produces natural acids that help your body digest food.
Sometimes, these acids travel up the throat and into the mouth,
especially after a large meal. Ordinarily, our saliva rebalances the
acid levels in our mouth and everything’s fine. </div>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
But for those who suffer from<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><i style="box-sizing: border-box;">gastroesophageal reflux</i>,
also known as acid reflux or GERD, gastric acids reach the mouth
throughout the day. This process is especially damaging when you’re
asleep, since you are swallowing less often and your mouth is producing
less saliva.</div>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Another concern is the <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/d/dry-mouth" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">dry mouth</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>caused
by many acid reflux medicines. Saliva not only helps neutralize the
acids caused by acid reflux, but also helps to wash away food particles
and reduce bacteria that attack tooth enamel. This is why lower saliva
production may increase your risk for cavities. </div>
<h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #319b47; font-size: 1.4em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<b style="box-sizing: border-box;">What Does Reflux-Related Erosion Do to My Teeth?</b></h3>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Acid
reflux can wear away the enamel on the inside surfaces of your teeth,
as well as the chewing surfaces. Your dentist may notice this during an
exam.</div>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Unfortunately, tooth erosion is permanent. If your enamel has started to wear away, you may:</div>
<ul style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Feel pain or <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/s/sensitive-teeth" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">sensitivity</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>when consuming hot, cold or sweet drinks</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Notice a yellowish discoloration of the teeth</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Find that your fillings have changed</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Face greater risks for <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/d/dry-mouth" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">cavities</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>over time</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Develop an<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/a/abscess" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">abscess</a>, in extreme cases</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Experience tooth loss, also in extreme cases</li>
</ul>
<div style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 1.5em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
Once erosion occurs, you may need fillings,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/c/crowns" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">crowns</a>, a <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/r/root-canals" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">root canal</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>or even tooth removal. <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/v/veneers" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">Veneers</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>may be an option to restore the look of your smile. </div>
<h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #319b47; font-size: 1.4em; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<b style="box-sizing: border-box;">How to Protect Your Teeth – And Get Relief</b></h3>
<ul style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(80, 80, 80); text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Chewing
sugar-free gum can encourage saliva production, which helps neutralize
and wash away the acids in your mouth. Look for one with the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/Seal" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">ADA Seal of Acceptance</a>.</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prescription or over-the-counter fluoride and desensitizing toothpastes may help strengthen tooth enamel. </li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Avoiding alcohol and smoking and refraining from eating 3 hours before bedtime may reduce the frequency of acid reflux episodes.</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">If
heartburn, acid reflux or other stomach problems are part of your daily
life, work with your physician on a care plan to treat the underlying
causes of your stomach troubles. </li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">If
you suffer from acid reflux, see your dentist regularly so they can
make sure your teeth stay healthy, recommend ways to prevent tooth
enamel erosion and suggest ways to get relief if you are also suffering
from dry mouth.</li>
</ul>
<div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-47290111-7fff-ce5a-984f-5dc83a5be142" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/e/tooth-erosion-and-acid-reflux" style="text-decoration-line: none;">mouthhealthy.org</a></span></span></div>
</div>
<div>
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-1468549930047038692019-11-24T07:00:00.000-08:002019-11-24T07:00:00.364-08:00Healthy Dental Habits to Practice During Pregnancy<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-msJM7Evyo_M/XXfBdmfRkyI/AAAAAAAAAjU/E6oXSgajdokKxbOmjDXqQ5alAN_oX749ACEwYBhgL/s1600/MH_nutrition_under40.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="275" data-original-width="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-msJM7Evyo_M/XXfBdmfRkyI/AAAAAAAAAjU/E6oXSgajdokKxbOmjDXqQ5alAN_oX749ACEwYBhgL/s1600/MH_nutrition_under40.png" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Being pregnant comes with many responsibilities—and </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/o/oral-health" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">the way you care for your teeth</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is no exception. For most women, routine dental visits are safe during pregnancy, but let your dental office know what month you are in when you make your appointment. If yours is a high-risk pregnancy or you have some other medical condition, your dentist and your physician may recommend that treatment be postponed. Be sure to let your dentist know if there is any change in the medications you take or if you have received any special advice from your physician. The benefits of receiving dental care during pregnancy far outweigh potential risks. Be sure to keep your dentist informed of any changes in your mouth such as swelling, redness or bleeding. </span></div>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">7 tips for maintaining a healthy mouth during pregnancy: </span></h4>
<a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"></a><br />
<ul><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"></a>
<li><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"></a><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brush</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> thoroughly with an ADA-accepted </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/fluoride" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">fluoride</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> toothpaste twice a day. </span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/flossing" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Floss</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> between your teeth daily. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Purchase products that have the </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/ada-seal-products/" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ADA Seal of Acceptance</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/nutrition/Nutrition-Tips-for-Pregnancy" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Eat a balanced diet.</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you snack, do so in moderation. </span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/dental-care-concerns/questions-about-going-to-the-dentist/" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit your dentist regularly</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for a professional cleaning and check-up. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you need help controlling </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/p/plaque" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">plaque</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, your dentist may recommend rinsing at night with an antimicrobial mouth rinse. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have morning sickness and are vomiting frequently, try rinsing with a teaspoon of baking soda mixed with water to stop stomach acid from attacking your teeth.</span></li>
</ul>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-5a34de98-7fff-4544-4f12-357425f4d221" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span></span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/pregnancy/healthy-habits" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mouthhealthy.org</span></a></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-81932849930898213762019-11-15T07:00:00.000-08:002019-11-15T07:00:09.942-08:00Sensitive Teeth During Pregnancy: What To Expect And How To Cope<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-up94stw6Y70/XXfBdlSs_KI/AAAAAAAAAjc/eJmoXryGWK41Y2CZfKX7b-JJShxR2Qc3ACEwYBhgL/s1600/178541567-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-up94stw6Y70/XXfBdlSs_KI/AAAAAAAAAjc/eJmoXryGWK41Y2CZfKX7b-JJShxR2Qc3ACEwYBhgL/s320/178541567-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">With pregnancy, discomfort comes with the territory. Your body is changing, so a sore back or trouble getting comfortable is par for the course. But while you're piling up pillows to help you sleep at night, you might notice another source of pregnancy discomfort: Your teeth. Sensitive teeth during pregnancy can happen to expecting mothers, and knowing that other pregnant women suffer from the same symptoms might be somewhat comforting.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nonetheless, here's what may be causing your sore teeth and gums, and how to deal with the pain safely:</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy Changes</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each of the hormonal changes happening in your body are equally the biggest culprits in tooth and gum pain during pregnancy. From increased blood flow to hyperactive hormones, pregnancy takes its toll. The most common causes of sensitive teeth during pregnancy include:</span></div>
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Hormones.</b> According to the </span><a href="http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-health/swollen-gums-during-pregnancy/" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">American Pregnancy Association (APA)</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, pregnancy hormones can actually affect the way your body responds to bacteria, which can lead to periodontal infection and – you guessed it – sore teeth and gums.</span><br />
<b style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: arial; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Increased blood flow.</b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Your body is working overtime to support both you and your little one, which results in increased blood flow in the body. This increased blood flow can create sensitive, swollen gums that are tender to the touch. Hot and cold foods can therefore trigger that sensitivity, even if you've never experienced it before.</span><br />
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Gum disease. </b>Pregnant women are more susceptible to gum disease, which can also be a catalyst for preterm labor, according to a 2010 study published in the </span><a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3217279/" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Journal of Natural Science, Biology and Medicine</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Of course, bleeding, sore and infected gums can definitely lead to a sore mouth and plenty of discomfort.</span><br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Respond</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although pregnancy can limit some of the medicinal intervention often used to treat sore teeth and gums, with some extra care and attention, you can keep your smile healthy during your prenatal nine months. Maintaining all the great hygiene habits you've used up to this point will keep you healthy and pain-free, so don't forget to give your mouth a little TLC, too. Here are four things you can do for your sensitive teeth during pregnancy:</span></div>
<ol>
<li><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Choose a soft-bristled brush. </b>Sensitive teeth require a sensitive touch, suggests the </span><a href="http://www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/gum-and-teeth-change.aspx" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">March of Dimes</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. A soft-bristled brush, like the </span><a href="https://www.colgate.com/en-ph/products/toothbrush/colgate-slimsoft-toothbrush" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Colgate</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 7pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">®</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> SlimSoft</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 7pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">™</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, cleans between and around teeth both thoroughly and gently to reduce soreness and bleeding gums into the future.</span></li>
<li><b style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: arial; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Take note of the foods that trigger sensitivity. </b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you experienced a toothache while drinking tea? Do you find that ice cream puts you in pain? It's best to avoid these "trigger foods." In most cases, according to the APA, sensitivity in the gums goes away after pregnancy, so any subsequent tenderness in your teeth should subside as well, allowing you to indulge in hot and cold foods again in the near future.</span></li>
<li><b style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: arial; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Eat fewer sweets. </b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sugar feeds the bacteria in your mouth, which can lead to cavities and soreness. If possible, reduce the amount of sweets you're consuming. If you must indulge, have a treat and then follow up by brushing to remove this fresh debris from your mouth.</span></li>
<li><b style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: arial; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">See your dentist. </b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don't use pregnancy as an excuse to avoid your regular checkup, which keeps your smile healthy even when you're expecting. Just make sure to remind your dentist that you are pregnant, so proper precautions can be taken (like forgoing certain types of x-rays).</span></li>
</ol>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It's true that pregnancy means a period of change, especially for your body. But you don't need to endure oral discomfort. Talk to your OB/GYN for safe pain medication suggestions and to ensure that your sensitive teeth don't make for an unpleasant nine months. With consistent professional guidance and personal care, you'll be able to enjoy your pregnancy without worrying about the dental side-effects.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: italic; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This article is intended to promote understanding of and knowledge about general oral health topics. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your dentist or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-cadbe011-7fff-4e14-4f8e-9be31141d4e0" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span></span><a href="https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/life-stages/oral-care-during-pregnancy/sensitive-teeth-during-pregnancy-what-to-expect-and-how-to-cope-1114" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">colgate.com</span></a></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-72731856621045019112019-11-06T07:00:00.000-08:002019-11-06T07:00:07.618-08:00Pregnancy Gingivitis: Symptoms & Treatments During Pregnancy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JHLFtXdtlX0/XXfBdj1F8ZI/AAAAAAAAAjY/vznPYiDm3kUZn-1tsVHoDsXyfLy4A7lRQCEwYBhgL/s1600/Article_pregnancy_gingivitis_treatments_prevention_01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="700" height="160" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JHLFtXdtlX0/XXfBdj1F8ZI/AAAAAAAAAjY/vznPYiDm3kUZn-1tsVHoDsXyfLy4A7lRQCEwYBhgL/s320/Article_pregnancy_gingivitis_treatments_prevention_01.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What is Pregnancy Gingivitis?</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Between 60% & 70% of women experience gingivitis while pregnant. Pregnancy gingivitis is very similar to the gingivitis that occurs outside of pregnancy, and can include a mild inflammation of the gums due to plaque buildup, with red and sore gums that bleed when probed. If you have red, sensitive, or </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/inflamed-gums-causes-treatments-gum-swelling" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">swollen gums</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> during pregnancy, you’re not alone.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy Gingivitis Causes</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There’s a direct connection between pregnancy and bleeding gums. During pregnancy, increased levels of the hormone, progesterone, cause an increased response to plaque bacteria which can lead to </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. As a result, pregnant women are more likely to develop gingivitis. Don’t worry though, knowing how to find the </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/solutions/toothpaste/best-toothpaste-for-gingivitis-gum-disease" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best anti-gingivitis toothpaste</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/solutions/mouthwash/best-mouthwash-for-gingivitis-gum-disease" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best anti-gingivitis mouthwash</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> will help fight off this disease during a time when the health of you and your baby are your top priority. Talking to your dentist and hygienist about this elevated risk before and during this special time in your life can also </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-home-treatment" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">help reverse or prevent gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy Gingivitis Symptoms</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You’ve got a lot going on when you’re pregnant, so your oral health may not exactly be top-of-mind. But because your risk of gingivitis increases, it’s as important as ever to maintain the health of your gums and teeth. Be aware of key signs and symptoms of gingivitis, like red, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/inflamed-gums-causes-treatments-gum-swelling" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">swollen gums</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/bleeding-gums-causes-treatments-prevention" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gums that bleed</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> when you brush.</span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy Gingivitis Treatments and Prevention</span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are some important things to remember to prevent or treat gingivitis while you’re pregnant:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use an anti-gingivitis toothpaste</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-deep-clean-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify Deep Clean</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, helps reverse early signs of gum damage by neutralizing the plaque bacteria build up around your gum line. Ask your dentist if they think you should start using it before, during and after pregnancy to maintain overall oral health.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use an anti-gingivitis mouthwash</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/mouthwash/crest-pro-health-multi-protection-mouthwash" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest® PRO-HEALTH® Multi-Protection Mouthwash</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, kills 99% of the bacteria that cause gingivitis.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Floss at least once a day</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><a href="https://oralb.com/en-us/products/glide-pro-health-clinical-protection-mint-floss" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oral-B Glide® PRO-HEALTH® Clinical Protection Floss</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, slides easily between teeth and below the gum-line to remove gingivitis-causing plaque.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be sure to fully remove plaque</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. You may be missing the plaque found around the gum line, even if the plaque on your teeth has been removed. Pay special attention to these areas and consider for a toothpaste like </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-deep-clean-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify Deep Clean</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> that can reach plaque around the gum line. The key to a healthy mouth is proper gum care.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tell your hygienist and dentist if you’re pregnant</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. They may recommend more frequent dental cleanings to help you avoid gingivitis.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may want to consider the breakthrough daily 2-step system</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-two-step-whitening-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify + Whitening</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, which provides gingivitis protection, in addition to noticeable whitening benefits*—so your smile will be beaming, just like you!</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you're pregnant or pregnancy is on your horizon, see your dental professional to evaluate your dental health for any treatment needed prior to and during your pregnancy. With periodontal care included in your pregnancy plan, you can help reduce the risk of developing gingivitis during pregnancy.</span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span></span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/pregnancy-gingivitis-symptoms-treatments-during-pregnancy" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span></a></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-71897255956721558992019-10-24T07:00:00.000-07:002019-10-24T07:00:12.628-07:00What Are Wisdom Teeth?<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8igYOafzva8/XVQnubkhaUI/AAAAAAAAAis/0vy1Zg6A5akhvGj9wN-eDEhiDzro5NdVQCEwYBhgL/s1600/181215540-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8igYOafzva8/XVQnubkhaUI/AAAAAAAAAis/0vy1Zg6A5akhvGj9wN-eDEhiDzro5NdVQCEwYBhgL/s320/181215540-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What are Wisdom Teeth?</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wisdom teeth are the last molars on each side of the jaws. They are also the last teeth to emerge, or erupt, usually when a person is between 16 and 20.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Since wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to come in, or erupt, there is often not enough room left in your mouth to accommodate them. This can lead to wisdom teeth that are impacted, teeth that are trapped beneath the gum tissue by other teeth or bone. If teeth are impacted, swelling and tenderness may occur.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wisdom teeth that only partially emerge or come in crooked can also lead to painful crowding and disease. Since teeth removed before age 20 have less developed roots and fewer complications, the American Dental Association recommends that people between 16 and 19 have their wisdom teeth evaluated to see if they need to be removed.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How are Wisdom Teeth Removed?</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A tooth extraction is a relatively routine procedure. Your dentist or a dental specialist, called an oral surgeon, will recommend either "going to sleep" using general anesthesia, or numbing this area in your mouth with a local anesthesia such as Novocain</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 7pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">®</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After the tooth (or teeth) is removed, you may be asked to bite down softly on a piece of gauze for 30 to 45 minutes after you leave the office, to limit any bleeding that may occur. Some pain and swelling may occur but it will normally go away after a few days; however, you should call your dentist if you have prolonged or severe pain, swelling, bleeding or fever.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Removal of wisdom teeth due to crowding or impaction should not affect your bite or oral health in the future.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 0pt;">
<br />
<table style="border-collapse: collapse; border: none;"><colgroup><col width="117"></col><col width="116"></col><col width="116"></col></colgroup><tbody>
<tr style="height: 10pt;"><td style="padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><img alt="HorizontalImpaction" height="128" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/OsK3-8t0VcEYfgmHDwe8tTGRYCvN_aaJfC6pdN2ri7GZyR6bEIY-9ao2OVpJofL30A-bbD3C3VWcB6OlvBPE_pMqhiKODejjOr2DrMxTCqzVR_kMNNofRJOmNa5naMEmvPhfHTX4" style="border: none;" width="110" /></span></div>
</td><td style="padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><img alt="AngularImpaction" height="128" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/83O8hUM1SE6Pw5XwXdzZqysCkIbz-N3lO5N5jtzGhW3MPUzCN0XXocGG81iM9nCLZL6u0x5pjIr-FAHo_HBdwrM9a4EMtf1Pae-pZn1CFh7G4Q2kWNcxwAN5AMDJMAbTk_dDkboF" style="border: none;" width="110" /></span></div>
</td><td style="padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><img alt="VerticalImpaction" height="128" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Zukg1UXV1UFc9K2aW8WvlSZ80lBqHCE82YOOHIbNM4lF-mwue1HFWlOYvGYNz0faj5h29fE6zp-Xty56q0fYz95jry3BrGdXnnj1lLxE--9r9HSSPSw1iKe4Yydt95BJTye3mU4A" style="border: none;" width="110" /></span></div>
</td></tr>
<tr style="height: 31pt;"><td style="padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Horizontal</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Impaction</span></div>
</td><td style="padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Angular</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Impaction</span></div>
</td><td style="padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Vertical</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Impaction</span></div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-8cb48bcd-7fff-1b89-ba4a-979efcedaaf2" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://colgate.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">colgate.com</span></a></span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-38939213464210699782019-10-15T07:00:00.000-07:002019-10-15T07:00:08.557-07:00Sinus Infection (Sinusitis): Causes of Sinus Tooth Pain<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NK_gteLfLdQ/XVQnuFnMhzI/AAAAAAAAAio/5VUBiVc0U7gfQ5NNDSKHn93JPmfMeZrAQCEwYBhgL/s1600/SinusInfectionSinusitisCausesofSinusToothPain700x250.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="700" height="114" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NK_gteLfLdQ/XVQnuFnMhzI/AAAAAAAAAio/5VUBiVc0U7gfQ5NNDSKHn93JPmfMeZrAQCEwYBhgL/s320/SinusInfectionSinusitisCausesofSinusToothPain700x250.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What is a Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)?</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A sinus infection can create pressure and pain in the mouth and cause a sinus tooth pain. Specifically, this is due to pressure and pain in the maxillary sinuses located behind the cheek bones. Sinus tooth pain is often confused with other causes of tooth pain, including </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gum-disease-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gum disease</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/cavities-tooth-decay/cavities-tooth-decay-symptoms-causes-treatment" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">tooth decay</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, or an </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/wisdom-teeth/impacted-wisdom-teeth-symptoms-types-removal" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">impacted wisdom tooth</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Causes Sinus Infections?</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A sinus infection occurs when bacteria from the nose enter the sinuses. To help you assess whether you have a sinus tooth pain or a toothache caused by something else, take note of symptoms that occur in addition to pain around the upper teeth, eyes, or cheekbones.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection Symptoms</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Any type of sinusitis, including maxillary sinusitis, can be chronic or acute. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Symptoms of acute maxillary sinusitis include:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fever</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stuffy nose and nasal discharge</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bad breath</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pain that is worse when sitting up than when lying down</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tenderness, redness, or swelling in the cheekbones</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Signs of chronic maxillary sinusitis include:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cough</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Persistent sinus toothache</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pain that seems worse when you have a cold or allergic reaction</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t ignore signs of a persistent sinus toothache or tooth pain. Sinus infection when left untreated can lead to more serious infection, so be sure to see a doctor for sinus tooth pain to treat problems before they become severe.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection Side Effects</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the possible side effects from a sinus infection is that you may start breathing through your mouth. Mouth breathing promotes a dry mouth, and a dry mouth can increase your risk of dental health problems. Saliva in the mouth helps digest food and wash away the bacteria that can cause tooth decay and </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you notice signs of dry mouth after sinus infection tooth pain, try the following:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use a fluoride toothpaste and mouth rinse daily.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Drink plenty of water.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try to breathe through your nose as much as possible.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection Tooth Pain</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus tooth pain is fairly common, according to dental experts at the Mayo Clinic. Sinus infection tooth pain occurs when the fluid that builds up in the sinus cavities during a sinus infection puts pressure on your upper teeth, which are close to the maxillary sinuses.If you have sinus tooth pain, you may need to see a doctor to manage your sinus condition.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus infection tooth pain might occur suddenly and usually feels like a dull ache, like something pressing down on your teeth. Or you might notice tooth sensitivity when chewing. Sinus infection tooth pain also can occur if you don’t have a full-blown sinus infection. You might notice tooth pain similar to sinus infection tooth pain if you simply have a bad head cold and sinus congestion rather than a full-blown sinus infection.Some conditions that can cause pain in the upper teeth may be confused with sinus tooth pain. Even if you think your tooth pain is related to your sinuses and should be treated by a doctor, see a dentist to rule out dental problems including:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth Damage:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> A fractured or decayed tooth near the sinus cavity has similar symptoms to sinus tooth pain.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth Grinding:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Tooth grinding (bruxism) can cause pain similar to sinus tooth pain.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum Disease:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> The early stages of gum disease can also cause pain similar to sinus tooth pain.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Tooth Pain Relief</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If your sinus tooth pain is caused by sinusitis, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or antihistamines. If it is caused by bruxism, your dentist may recommend wearing a nighttime mouth guard. Sinus tooth pain caused by tooth damage or tooth decay will need additional dental care, such as filling a cavity.</span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-4f85aedd-7fff-92d5-3982-791ec84561a1" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://crest.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span></a></span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-40360733629932351192019-10-06T07:00:00.000-07:002019-10-06T07:00:09.329-07:00Root Canals: FAQs About Treatment That Can Save Your Tooth<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_KzOhi443ys/XVQnuUoB-iI/AAAAAAAAAik/BCwLNdH2ZpMB8xu4aYOqvW9zZY3C26_FQCLcBGAs/s1600/Root%2Bcanal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="213" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_KzOhi443ys/XVQnuUoB-iI/AAAAAAAAAik/BCwLNdH2ZpMB8xu4aYOqvW9zZY3C26_FQCLcBGAs/s320/Root%2Bcanal.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have a severely damaged, decaying tooth or a serious tooth infection (</span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/a/abscess" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">abscess</span></a><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">), your dentist may recommend a root canal treatment. Root canals are used to repair and save your tooth instead of removing it. </span></div>
<h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 14pt;">
<span style="color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Involved in Root Canal Repair?</span></h3>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The pulp is soft tissue inside your tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels and provides nourishment for your tooth. It can become infected if you have: </span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">A deep cavity</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Repeated dental procedures that disturb this tissue</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">A cracked or fractured tooth</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Injury to the tooth (even if there’s not a visible crack or chip)</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If untreated, the tissues around the root of your tooth can become infected. When this happens, you will often feel pain and swelling and an abscess may form inside the tooth and/or in the bone around the end of the root of the tooth. An infection can also put you at risk of losing your tooth completely because bacteria can damage the bone that keeps your tooth connected to your jaw.</span></div>
<h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 14pt;">
<span style="color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Can I Get This Treatment Done During My Regular Check-up Visit?</span></h3>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your dentist will need to schedule a follow up appointment, or you may be referred to a dentist who specializes in the pulp and tissues surrounding the teeth. This specialist is known as an endodontist.</span></div>
<h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 14pt;">
<span style="color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Should I Expect?</span></h3>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A root canal treatment usually takes 1 or 2 office visits to complete. There is little to no pain because your dentist will use local anesthesia so you don’t feel the procedure. Once the procedure is complete, you should no longer feel the pain you felt before having it done. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Before treatment begins, your dentist will:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Take X-rays to get a clear view of your tooth and the surrounding bone. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Numb the area around and including your tooth so you are comfortable during the treatment. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Put a thin sheet of latex rubber over your tooth to keep it dry, clean and protected from viruses, bacteria and fungus that are normally in the mouth.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">During treatment, your dentist will:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Create an opening in the top of your tooth.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Remove the tooth’s nerve from inside the tooth and in the areas in the root, known the root canal. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Clean inside the tooth and each root canal. Your dentist may treat the tooth with germ-killing medicine.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fill the root canals with a rubber-like material to seal them against future infection.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Place a temporary filling on the tooth to protect it until a definitive restoration like a permanent filling or crown can be placed at the earliest opportunity.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After root canal treatment:</span></div>
<ul style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your tooth and the area around it may feel sensitive for a few days. You can talk with your dentist about how to relieve any discomfort you may have.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your dentist may prescribe antibiotics if the infection spread. Use as directed, and follow up with your dentist if you have any problems taking it.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You will need a follow-up visit after the root canal treatment. At this visit, your dentist will remove the temporary filling on the tooth and replace it with a regular filling or a crown to protect your tooth from further damage. A metal or plastic post may also be placed in the root canal to help make sure the filling materials remain in place. This helps support a crown if you need one.</span></div>
<h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 4pt; margin-top: 14pt;">
<span style="color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How Long Will a Root Canal Filling Last?</span></h3>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With proper care, your restored tooth can last a lifetime. Make it a point to brush twice a day for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth once a day and see your dentist regularly to make sure your teeth are strong and healthy.</span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-460f7c9a-7fff-0b2c-e050-4d8515ff8ba2" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://mouthhealthy.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mouthhealthy.org</span></a></span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-38220179572274015022019-09-24T07:00:00.000-07:002019-09-24T07:00:02.198-07:00Warning Signs & Factors of a Gum Disease<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VKZC7hN04L8/XT8oWQGdkpI/AAAAAAAAAiE/iL5p-bmZP34mh2IahCWQz1OpY_FxtPmDACEwYBhgL/s1600/Gum%2Bdisease.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VKZC7hN04L8/XT8oWQGdkpI/AAAAAAAAAiE/iL5p-bmZP34mh2IahCWQz1OpY_FxtPmDACEwYBhgL/s320/Gum%2Bdisease.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it. Also referred to as periodontal disease, gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky film of bacteria that is constantly forming on our teeth.</span></div>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are some warning signs that can signal a problem: </span></h4>
<ul>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">gums that bleed easily</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">red, swollen, tender gums</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">gums that have pulled away from the teeth</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">persistent bad breath or bad taste</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">permanent teeth that are loose or separating</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">any change in the fit of partial dentures</span></li>
</ul>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Some factors increase the risk of developing gum disease. They are:</span></h4>
<ul>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">poor oral hygiene</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">smoking or chewing tobacco</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">genetics</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">crooked teeth that are hard to keep clean </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">pregnancy </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">diabetes </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">medications, including steroids, certain types of anti-epilepsy drugs, cancer therapy drugs, some calcium channel blockers and oral contraceptives</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">See your dentist if you suspect you have gum disease because the sooner you treat it the better. The early stage of gum disease is called gingivitis. If you have gingivitis, your gums may become red, swollen and bleed easily. At this stage, the disease is still reversible and can usually be eliminated by a professional cleaning at your dental office, followed by daily brushing and flossing. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Advanced gum disease is called periodontitis. Chronic periodontitis affects 47.2% of adults over 30 in the United States. It can lead to the loss of tissue and bone that support the teeth and it may become more severe over time. If it does, your teeth will feel loose and start moving around in your mouth. This is the most common form of periodontitis in adults but can occur at any age. It usually gets worse slowly, but there can be periods of rapid progression.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Aggressive periodontitis is a highly destructive form of periodontal disease that occurs in patients who are otherwise healthy. Common features include rapid loss of tissue and bone and may occur in some areas of the mouth, or in the entire mouth.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Research between systemic diseases and periodontal diseases is ongoing. While a link is not conclusive, some studies indicate that severe gum disease may be associated with several other health conditions such as diabetes or stroke.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It is possible to have gum disease and have no warning signs. That is one reason why regular dental checkups and periodontal examinations are very important. Treatment methods depend upon the type of disease and how far the condition has progressed. Good dental care at home is essential to help keep periodontal disease from becoming more serious or recurring. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Remember:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> You don’t have to lose teeth to gum disease. Brush your teeth twice a day, clean between your teeth daily, eat a balanced diet, and schedule regular dental visits for a lifetime of healthy smiles.</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-ec0a312a-7fff-d3be-d907-b59eb73524d9" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://mouthhealthy.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mouthhealthy.org</span></a></span></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="margin: 0px;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-44222660251358567952019-09-15T07:00:00.000-07:002019-09-15T07:00:17.293-07:00Gum Pain Causes, Relief and Treatments<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-skA2RDmufUI/XT8oWCi6GrI/AAAAAAAAAh8/rMwAvMkE61E1IRCFairSbGn4ONDjDl1VwCLcBGAs/s1600/article_what-causes-painful-gums-hero.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="700" height="160" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-skA2RDmufUI/XT8oWCi6GrI/AAAAAAAAAh8/rMwAvMkE61E1IRCFairSbGn4ONDjDl1VwCLcBGAs/s320/article_what-causes-painful-gums-hero.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span><br />
<div style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Causes Painful Gums?</span></span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span><br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you experience painful gums when you eat, drink, brush, or floss, you may be wondering what’s causing it and how you can treat it. Painful or bleeding gums can be caused by improper brushing or flossing techniques, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gum-disease-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gum disease</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, chemotherapy, tobacco use, or certain hormonal changes. It is very common for gum disease to lead to pain and bleeding, so resolving the problem is an important part of keeping your gums healthy. Your gums provide the overall support for your teeth and the basis of a healthy mouth, and if not properly cared for, early gum disease can progress to other serious oral health problems.</span></span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span><br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Below are several different causes of gum pain. Being familiar with these causes of gum pain can help you talk to your dental or medical professional when they’re diagnosing the cause of your discomfort.</span></span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Canker Sores:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> These are painful ulcers found in your mouth that can cause serious gum pain. Canker sores can be caused by stress or injury to the tissue in your mouth, or an underlying health condition such as an impaired immune system, nutritional deficiencies, or gastrointestinal disease.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cuts or Abrasions:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Gum pain can often be caused by a simple cut or abrasion. Braces or other dental hardware such as dentures or retainers can irritate the tissue and cause gum pain.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum Disease or Infection:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Gum pain associated with sensitive or bleeding gums is often caused by gum disease or </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gum-infection-symptoms-treatment-prevention" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gum infection</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The mildest form of gum disease, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-home-treatment" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, affects approximately one in two American adults and can cause chronic gum pain and sensitivity. If not treated properly by removing plaque from the teeth and around the gum line, gingivitis can progress to more serious gum infection.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> A sinus infection, otherwise known as sinusitis, occurs when the tissue lining of your sinuses is swollen or inflamed, and can lead to sinus gum pain. Sinuses are normally filled with air, but when they become filled with fluid, germs can grow and lead to infection. Approximately 37 million Americans suffer from sinusitis each year, so sinus gum pain and dental pain are very common. </span></span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you notice any of these symptoms along with gum pain, you may want to consult with a medical professional to confirm the diagnosis and get treatment recommendations. Regardless of where your gum pain is located or its cause, chances are you’ll want to address it quickly.</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum Pain Relief and Treatments</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum pain can manifest in different ways. Some people experience gum pain in a single area of the gums, while others suffer from gum pain throughout their mouths. If you don’t take good care of your gums, they can deteriorate, become inflamed, infected, cut or even suffer from disease.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">While there are many causes for tooth and gum pain, the treatment for most causes is pretty standard. Implementing an effective oral hygiene routine will most often help improve the health of your gums. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A few gum pain remedies include:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brushing at least twice a day with an anti-gingivitis toothpaste like one from the Crest Gum Collection. These are specifically formulated to neutralize plaque bacteria. Try </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-deep-clean-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/gum-enamel-repair-toothpaste-intensive-clean" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum and Enamel Repair</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Paying special attention to the area around the gum line, where plaque can be trapped.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><a href="https://oralb.com/en-us/product-collections/electric-toothbrushes" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Switching to an electric toothbrush</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for better gum stimulation.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Flossing daily.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visiting your dentist twice a year.</span></span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-d772999e-7fff-7913-61b5-cbe6050b2a0b" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Using an </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/mouthwash/crest-pro-health-multi-protection-mouthwash" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">anti-gingivitis mouthwash</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> every day.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Other ways to reduce gum pain may include avoiding the use of tobacco, improving your nutrition, or reducing stress in your life. These important steps combined with an effective oral hygiene regimen can help bring your gums back to good health.</span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://crest.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;">crest.com</a></span></span><br />
<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</a></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-64679218318625632282019-09-06T07:00:00.000-07:002019-09-06T07:00:06.041-07:00Dental Grills — The New Trend Affecting Dentistry And The Health Of Your Teeth<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wCoDd88pNno/XT8mGS7PdqI/AAAAAAAAAhg/Yi13LlaVWmsut2aD6YyLGkAH0t-tkxPcgCLcBGAs/s1600/190224-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wCoDd88pNno/XT8mGS7PdqI/AAAAAAAAAhg/Yi13LlaVWmsut2aD6YyLGkAH0t-tkxPcgCLcBGAs/s320/190224-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s the latest trend in dental wear, but there’s nothing cool about the damage it could do to your smile. Dental Grills are a cosmetic, metal and sometimes jeweled tooth covering developed in the early 1980s by hip hop artists. Grills, also called fronts, are removable and fit over the front teeth. Dental grills are made of gold, silver or jewel encrusted metals that run as little as $20 and well into the thousands for more elaborate designs.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-right: -11pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Can Wearing a Dental Grill create Oral Health Problems? </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yes, they can. It’s important to conduct thorough oral hygiene procedures including flossing and brushing with an anti-microbial toothpaste as food and plaque can easily develop on the grill and can cause irritation to the gingival margin and gingivitis may develop and the possibility of tooth decay. Dental grills can also cause abrasion to adjoining teeth, gum recession, tooth discoloration or chipped teeth. A grill should always be removed before eating or rinsing to clean the mouth, and may cause an allergic reaction to the metal.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">School districts in Alabama, Georgia, and Texas have banned grills from their use due to disciplinary and health related reasons</span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grill_(jewelry)" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: underline; vertical-align: super; white-space: pre-wrap;">1</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. It is important to consult with a dentist regarding the steps for dental grill placement and the implications on your oral health.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-right: -11pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Who Makes the Dental Grill? </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A dentist should make a dental grill by taking a proper impression of the teeth versus a jeweler or a grill vendor. A non-licensed dental professional could cause worse dental and oral health problems.</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-dae26c8f-7fff-4f74-af26-36bfaf165fae" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://colgate.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">colgate.com</span></a></span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-43465362200484013062019-08-24T07:00:00.000-07:002019-08-24T07:00:03.503-07:00Aging and Dental Health<h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 14pt;">
<img height="266" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/VQL4oLS-2zPnTETV2TxH4QFwyyef1M7kldOPmzZy-9SDldJ2IAtbme_r9JHHbNTfb7gf0HBpaUdyg3ax2mhRRVXMarF8NSFHI4OKKeYHL6RqYCkcr-Pwpx_hCrKmJvR77ljqFEnO" style="border: none; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre-wrap;" width="400" /></h1>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. One common misconception is that losing your teeth is inevitable. This is not true. If cared for properly, your teeth can last a lifetime.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Your mouth changes as you age. The nerves in your teeth can become smaller, making your teeth less sensitive to cavities or other problems. If you don’t get regular dental exams, this in turn can lead to these problems not being diagnosed until it is too late. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">If you want to feel good, stay healthy, and look great throughout life, you might be surprised what a difference a healthy mouth makes.</span></div>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tips for Maintaining and Improving Your Oral Health</span></h4>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 11pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Brush twice a day with a toothbrush with soft bristles. You may also benefit from using an electric toothbrush.</span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Clean between your teeth once a day with floss or another flossing tool.</span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">If you wear full or partial dentures, remember to clean them on a daily basis. Take your dentures out of your mouth for at least four hours every day. It’s best to remove them at night. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Drink tap water. Since most contains fluoride, it helps prevent tooth decay no matter how old you are.</span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Quit smoking. Besides putting you at greater risk for lung and other cancers, smoking increases problems with gum disease, tooth decay and tooth loss.</span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Visit your dentist. Visit your dentist regularly for a complete dental check-up. </span></div>
</li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">By adopting healthy oral habits at home, making smart choices about diet and lifestyle, and seeking regular dental care, you can help your teeth last a lifetime—whether you have your natural teeth, implants or wear dentures. </span></div>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Caregiving for a Disabled or Elderly Loved One </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> </span></h4>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">You may have a parent, spouse or friend who has difficulty maintaining a healthy mouth on their own. How can you help? Two things are critical:</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 11pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Help them keep their mouth clean with reminders to brush and floss daily. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Make sure they get to a dentist regularly. </span></div>
</li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">These steps can prevent many problems, but tasks that once seemed so simple can become very challenging. If your loved one is having difficulty with </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">brushing</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> and </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/flossing" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">flossing</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">, talk to a dentist or hygienist who can provide helpful tips or a different approach. There are dentists who specialize in caring for the elderly and disabled. You can locate a specialist through the </span><a href="http://www.scdaonline.org/?Referral" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Special Care Dentistry Association’s referral directory</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">. For those who wear dentures, pay close attention to their eating habits. If they’re having difficulty eating or are not eating as much as usual, denture problems could be the cause.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">When you’re caring for someone who is confined to bed, they may have so many health problems that it’s easy to forget about oral health. However, it’s still very important because bacteria from the mouth can be inhaled into the lungs and cause pneumonia.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">If you are a representative for a nursing home resident who needs dental care and is enrolled in Medicaid, there is a regulation, called an Incurred Medical Expense, that may help pay for medically necessary care as determined by a dentist. The Medicaid caseworker at the nursing facility and the dentist providing care can work together to apply the Incurred Medical Expense to pay for needed dental benefits.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">To read the entire article visit </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://mouthhealthy.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;">mouthhealthy.org</a></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<br /></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<div>
<br /></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-52373616223272368902019-08-15T07:00:00.000-07:002019-08-15T07:00:02.639-07:00Teaching Teens Proper Oral Hygiene<h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.44; margin-bottom: 28pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<img height="223" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/eSDoS5iyYkxLI68aIBGZ0rHDNh8Na5I0INP3uMLE1CC1QOkFKg52X1ayJ56nSc7lf2CC75K2g5NZY_FCtttNcC5iL8IrBkRCv9vekjc55vvICcUMsXCNx8NefvJJiHEt_p4HGDIT" style="border: none; color: #cc0000; font-family: arial; font-size: 27pt; white-space: pre-wrap;" width="400" /></h1>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">When your teen is already busy with friends, schoolwork and catching up on sleep, proper oral hygiene can go on the back burner. When running late for school, sometimes there just isn't time for a full two minutes of toothbrushing. But as a parent, it's up to you to make sure that your teen practices good dental care. By making oral hygiene part of a simple daily routine, you can help your teen sneak in regular brushing and flossing along with all the other plans in his or her schedule.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Use Teen-Based Products</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">One of the reasons teens might be slacking in the dental care department is the fact that most oral hygiene products aren't exactly tailored to adolescent tastes. Strong flavors and boring designs could make teens less than enthused when it comes to daily care. That's where youth-geared products can really come in handy. By appealing to teens' tastes and style, it's easier to coax them into a daily care routine. Check out the </span><a href="https://www.colgate.com/en-ph/products/toothpaste?brand=Colgate%C2%AE%20FresH%20Confidence" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Colgate</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 7pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">®</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Fresh Confidence</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> product line, designed with adolescents in mind.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Try Apps and Timers</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">One of the biggest issues for teens and proper oral hygiene is the fact that when they do brush, it might not be for a long enough period of time. </span><a href="http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/take_care/teeth.html" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Teens Health by the Nemours Foundation</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> recommends that adolescents brush for two or three minutes; sometimes teens are lucky if they clock a meager 30 seconds. Therefore, using smartphone timer apps or even an egg timer can help teens become more aware of how long they should be brushing. Or, if your teen is never without his or her headphones, use a three-minute song as a guideline for brushing.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Limit Soda and Candy</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Teens seem to be able to exist on a steady diet of soda, chips and candy, but those kinds of treats can wreak havoc on teeth. A diet high in sugar promotes bacteria and cavities. In fact, the </span><a href="http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/dental.htm" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> estimates that over 15 percent of children and teens between the ages of 6-19 have untreated cavities. By making healthier treats and drinks readily available, teens might be less likely to nosh on sugary foods. Keep bottled water, cut vegetables, whole-grain crackers and other sugar-free treats at the ready for convenient snacking.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Appeal to Confidence</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Teens are notoriously concerned with their looks, so appealing to their image can be one way to encourage teens to brush up on their oral hygiene habits. Gently reminding teens that a slack dental care routine could result in yellow stains and bad breath can help remind them that the importance of toothbrushing is more than just staying cavity-free. If your teen is self-conscious about his or her smile, whitening toothpastes and mouthwashes can help improve confidence and contribute to a regular hygiene habit.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">While teens might be perpetually time-crunched, skipping regular oral care to catch a few more minutes of sleep in the morning can have serious consequences. Making oral hygiene simple, quick and personalized may inspire your teen to brush regularly — and maybe even get to school on time.</span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-c8cbe496-7fff-e6dd-3415-fe667a147c70" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://colgate.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">colgate.com</span></a></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<br /></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<div>
<br /></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-75868104459171852912019-08-07T07:00:00.000-07:002019-08-07T07:00:10.699-07:00Baby Bottle Tooth Decay: Causes & Prevention<h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; margin-top: 14pt;">
<img height="261" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/ySGFZ-bCbpn5IECkyf1m-6fBUqYsmlAE4Pn-0fvSNHyZtKd3aEDHnTEL6sP7uaRDrRqgdKeEWeePnubTJGuo4L6xxAIqvcVwJHnwFn7wgBuAaNjU9oKFR_J_ElNKP7bAI2t4U6Of" style="border: none; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre-wrap;" width="400" /></h1>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<br /></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<br /></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Even though they are temporary, your child's baby teeth are important, and are still susceptible to cavities. Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, or Early Childhood Caries. Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food, speak and have a good-looking smile. Their first teeth also help make sure their adult teeth come in correctly. It’s important to start infants off with good oral care to help protect their teeth for decades to come. </span></div>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Causes Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?</span></h4>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Baby Bottle Tooth Decay most often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">There are many factors which can cause tooth decay. One common cause is the frequent, prolonged exposure of the baby’s teeth to drinks that contain sugar. Tooth decay can occur when the baby is put to bed with a bottle, or when a bottle is used as a pacifier for a fussy baby. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Tooth decay is a disease that can begin with cavity-causing bacteria being passed from the mother (or primary caregiver) to the infant. These bacteria are passed through the saliva. When the mother puts the baby’s feeding spoon in her mouth, or cleans a pacifier in her mouth, the bacteria can be passed to the baby. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">If your infant or toddler does not receive an adequate amount of fluoride, they may also have an increased risk for tooth decay. The good news is that decay is preventable. </span></div>
<h4 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 12pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay</span></h4>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 11pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Try not to share saliva with the baby through common use of feeding spoons or licking pacifiers. After each feeding, wipe your child’s gums with a clean, damp gauze pad or washcloth. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">When your child’s teeth come in, brush them gently with a child-size toothbrush and a smear (or grain of rice sized amount) of fluoride toothpaste until the age of 3. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Brush the teeth with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste from the ages of 3 to 6.</span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Supervise brushing until your child can be counted on to spit and not swallow toothpaste—usually not before he or she is 6 or 7. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Place only formula, milk or breast milk in bottles. Avoid filling the bottle with liquids such as sugar water, juice or soft drinks. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Infants should finish their bedtime and nap time bottles before going to bed. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">If your child uses a pacifier, provide one that is clean—don’t dip it in sugar or honey. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Encourage your child to drink from a cup by his/her first birthday. </span></div>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline;">Encourage healthy eating habits. </span></div>
</li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">When your child’s first tooth appears, talk to your dentist about scheduling the first dental visit. Treat the first dental visit as you would a well-baby checkup with the child’s physician. Remember: starting early is the key to a lifetime of good dental health. For more information about nutrition and your baby, visit the </span><a href="http://www.eatright.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.</span></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">To read the entire article visit </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://mouthhealthy.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;">mouthhealthy.org</a></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<br /></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<div>
<br /></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-10930598694302482292019-07-24T07:00:00.000-07:002019-07-24T07:00:01.330-07:00Baby Teeth: When Do They Come in & Fall Out? (Part 2 of 2)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9jC9bGv_6sU/XQJ3u4LU11I/AAAAAAAAAgE/cCM5xuElam8hX0FjyXJ67j25NTvYWgeFwCLcBGAs/s1600/TEETHING_SYMPTOMS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="730" data-original-width="700" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9jC9bGv_6sU/XQJ3u4LU11I/AAAAAAAAAgE/cCM5xuElam8hX0FjyXJ67j25NTvYWgeFwCLcBGAs/s400/TEETHING_SYMPTOMS.jpg" width="382" /></a></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span id="docs-internal-guid-9ebbd3e9-7fff-a90d-f49d-390b7bdf7c2d" style="font-weight: normal;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once all the baby teeth have fully come in, it is very important to keep up with twice daily brushing to keep them clean and strong. It is recommended that parents brush their kids' teeth until the age of eight. During that time, those new baby teeth will begin to wiggle and fall out.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Baby teeth usually begin falling out in order of appearance. The lower center teeth go first, followed by the top center pair, and so on. This usually starts happening by age six, but some kids can start losing teeth as early as age four. Most children get excited when they feel their teeth start to wiggle (and the Tooth Fairy’s inevitable visit is also a big help), while some kids worry that losing a tooth will hurt when it falls out. If your child is worried, you can reassure him or her that they probably won't feel anything. A baby tooth typically won’t loosen until the permanent tooth below begins pushing it up to take its place. But it is possible for kids to lose a baby tooth before the permanent tooth is ready to erupt.</span></div>
</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Emergence Of Permanent Teeth</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; font-weight: normal; text-size-adjust: auto;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once permanent teeth start coming in, you may notice that these new teeth look bigger, and you are correct. Adult teeth are not only bigger, but they also tend to be less white than baby teeth and have pronounced ridges because they haven't been used yet for biting and chewing.</span></div>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://crest.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span></a></span></h2>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-36790245030290959632019-07-15T07:00:00.000-07:002019-07-15T07:00:02.429-07:00Baby Teeth: When Do They Come in & Fall Out? (Part 1 of 2)<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6EBSgIAjLQ4/XQJ2Mt9IPGI/AAAAAAAAAf4/ErqC0NILAS4bkOLgBexAVNYX0bX782iogCLcBGAs/s1600/baby_teeth_main.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="700" height="193" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6EBSgIAjLQ4/XQJ2Mt9IPGI/AAAAAAAAAf4/ErqC0NILAS4bkOLgBexAVNYX0bX782iogCLcBGAs/s320/baby_teeth_main.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your child’s first set of teeth is as much of a milestone coming in as they are when they are wiggling loose. With the anticipation and anxiety associated with both events, it is understandable that parents want to know when to expect their baby’s first teeth to come in and when those baby teeth will fall out.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2705882352941176; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When Do Baby Teeth Come In</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><img alt="emerging teeth" height="290" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/gea3P8p_RLsPBxUjzoUe4DULWgGJ9SbbJlkwT8AsVMorQ-Y8g4sgVtFQrZn6ZFllPDv9X5nVoEVXk4eyiGFB5ZPJusnXy7bxnu86hVLSwEn-ENTMu4rKtrXoRXVO09bLd0baNwZu" style="border: none;" title="emerging teeth" width="536" /></span></h2>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-766353e5-7fff-1bce-a8c3-3b6011ac8d24" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></span>
<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So, how many baby teeth are there? There are 20 primary baby teeth that are already present in a child’s jaw at birth, and they usually start appearing – or erupting– between six months and one year. You can expect your child’s full set of teeth to come in by age three. You can also refer to a baby teeth chart for this. Just remember that every child is different, so no exact dates should be expected, but below is an approximate order of when you can expect baby teeth to come in:</span></div>
<ol style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lower center teeth (or lower center incisors) arrive between approximately six to ten months.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Top center teeth (or top center incisors) arrive around eight to 12 months.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lateral incisors—just to the side of the center ones—come next between nine and 13 months.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Canines between 16 and 23 months.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Molars are next, with the first molars arriving between 13 to 19 months and the second molars arriving between 23 and 33 months./li></span></li>
</ol>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When baby teeth begin pushing their way up through your baby’s gums, it can prove to be a very stressful time for both you and your child. Common baby teeth eruption symptoms are inflamed gums, excessive drooling, chewing on things, and irritability. It’s important to bear with your child during this time and maintain proper infant oral hygiene.</span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://crest.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span></a></span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-31243212468347338602019-07-06T07:00:00.000-07:002019-07-06T07:00:06.061-07:00Early Childhood Cavities:Causes, Effects and Prevention<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-swez_6ra4S8/XQJbkiETYcI/AAAAAAAAAfo/PHXZE0T1A705EMFZPQRLRJW7AAez2KnLgCEwYBhgL/s1600/163449605-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-swez_6ra4S8/XQJbkiETYcI/AAAAAAAAAfo/PHXZE0T1A705EMFZPQRLRJW7AAez2KnLgCEwYBhgL/s320/163449605-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sometimes called Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, Early Childhood Cavities is a serious disease that can destroy your child's teeth – but it can be prevented.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Causes Early Childhood Cavities?</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Letting your baby fall asleep with a bottle. When your baby is asleep, the liquids that contain sugar stay around the teeth and can cause decay. Even breast milk and formula contain sugar.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Prolonged nursing with mother or allowing your baby to fall asleep while nursing.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Allowing your infant to walk around with a bottle.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Put your child to bed without a bottle ...</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your child can fall asleep without a bottle! Here are five tips to try:</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Let your child take a "security" blanket, teddy bear, doll, or favorite toy to bed.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Quietly sing or play restful music.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Hold or rock your child.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Give your child a back rub to help him or her to relax.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Read or tell your child a story.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What are the Effects of Early Childhood Cavities?</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth loss</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ear and speech problems</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crooked permanent teeth</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Severe pain</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Poor self-image</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth decay</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How can I prevent Early Childhood Cavities?</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get into the habit of putting your baby to bed without a bottle.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Never put the baby to bed with a bottle filled with formula, milk, juice, sugar water, or soda pop. If your baby must have a bottle to go to sleep, fill it with water.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do not let your infant walk around with a bottle.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Start teaching your infant to use a cup between 6-12 months. Trade your baby's bottle for a training cup by age one.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Check with your doctor or dentist to make sure your child is getting enough fluoride each day.</span></li>
</ul>
<div>
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your child's healthy teeth and brilliant smile depend on you!</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-7c886bed-7fff-484e-28bf-d5066ba52ad6" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://colgate.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">colgate.com</span></a></span></div>
<div style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;">
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-84159418230297059502019-06-24T07:00:00.000-07:002019-06-25T06:00:18.906-07:00Adult and Braces: Why Are More Adults Getting Braces? and How Do I Know If Adult Braces Are Right For Me?<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kXqIJRHb4jU/XOLiH1hLIGI/AAAAAAAAAfQ/KLZSd_l5fvkY9UwWZPGlcsnXcSMbADO1QCLcBGAs/s1600/76662317-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="180" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kXqIJRHb4jU/XOLiH1hLIGI/AAAAAAAAAfQ/KLZSd_l5fvkY9UwWZPGlcsnXcSMbADO1QCLcBGAs/s320/76662317-lg.jpg.rendition.640.360.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br /></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Why are more adults getting braces?</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As braces have become less bulky and visible in recent years, more and more adults are wearing them, for a variety of reasons. Some adults want to correct problems with their teeth or jaws before they cause serious or further damage. Others want to feel better about their appearance by addressing longstanding cosmetic concerns. Keep in mind that even "cosmetic" problems can cause real damage over time. Teeth and jaws that are not aligned properly can lead to premature wear and tear, advanced tooth decay and gum disease, dentures or other reconstructive solutions and even more extensive surgery to correct serious problems.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">New techniques and the advent of clear, less noticeable braces means that adults are increasingly turning to braces to correct:</span></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-c719c8ac-7fff-f9ae-f624-f18f73f6dd4f" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></span>
<br />
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaps between teeth (spacing)</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Teeth that push against one another (crowding)</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crooked teeth</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Overbites</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Underbites</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crossbites</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How do I know if adult braces are right for me?</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you think you might benefit from braces, ask your dentist to recommend an orthodontist — someone specially trained to fix problems with teeth that are not aligned properly. The orthodontist will look at your teeth and maybe take X-rays to study the underlying bone structure. Based on what he or she finds, a treatment plan will be recommended. While braces are a popular option for fixing misaligned teeth, an orthodontist can tell you whether you may benefit more from other types of orthodontics like removable retainers, headgear or aligners.</span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://colgate.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">colgate.com</span></a></span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb; text-decoration-line: none;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-3454645956066509992019-06-15T07:00:00.000-07:002019-06-15T07:00:05.296-07:00Braces<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0AMMnNZ_vjA/XN7yk7JlnfI/AAAAAAAAAe0/bXyCJ5FG5vw45XSejcoJrYntZ9ePUkVBwCLcBGAs/s1600/yay-15138478-digital.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="213" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0AMMnNZ_vjA/XN7yk7JlnfI/AAAAAAAAAe0/bXyCJ5FG5vw45XSejcoJrYntZ9ePUkVBwCLcBGAs/s320/yay-15138478-digital.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Braces and orthodontic treatment are used to correct “bad bites,” or malocclusion (teeth that are crowded or crooked). In some cases your teeth may be straight, but your upper and lower jaws may not meet properly. These jaw or tooth alignment problems may be inherited or could result from injury, early or late tooth loss, or thumbsucking.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have an abnormal bite your dentist may recommend braces or another orthodontic treatment to straighten out your smile. Correcting the problem can create a nice-looking smile, but more importantly, orthodontic treatment results in a healthier mouth. Not correcting an abnormal bite could result in further oral health problems, including: </span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">tooth decay </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">gum disease </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">tooth loss </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">affected speech and/or chewing </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">abnormal wear to tooth enamel </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">jaw problems </span></li>
</ul>
<div>
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Straightening your teeth can be accomplished in different ways. The kind of orthodontic treatment you have will depend on your preference and the options provided by your dentist or orthodontist. Traditional braces realign teeth by applying pressure. They usually consist of small brackets cemented to your teeth, connected by a wire, which is periodically tightened by your dentist or orthodontist to gradually shift your teeth and jaw. The brackets may be metal or tooth colored. Sometimes they are placed behind your teeth. Under the direct supervision of a dentist or orthodontist, removable aligners are another option for treating orthodontic problems.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Orthodontic treatment may be provided by your dentist or an orthodontist, a dentist who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. It will depend on the orthodontic experience of your dentist and the severity of your case.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Since abnormal bites usually become noticeable between the ages of 6 and 12, orthodontic treatment often begins between ages 8 and 14. Treatment that begins while a child is growing helps produce optimal results. That doesn’t mean that adults can’t have braces; healthy teeth can be orthodontically treated at any age. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Treatment plans will vary based on your situation, but most people are in treatment from one to three years. This is followed by a period of wearing a retainer that holds teeth in their new positions. Today’s braces are more comfortable than ever before. Newer materials apply a constant, gentle force to move teeth and usually require fewer adjustments. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">While you have braces it’s important to maintain a balanced diet for the health of your teeth. Of course, a healthy diet is always important, but eating too many sugary foods with braces can lead to plaque build-up around your brackets that could permanently stain or damage your teeth. Avoiding foods like popcorn, corn on the cob, chewing gum, whole apples, and other sticky foods is also a good idea. Ask your dentist about foods to avoid while you are in treatment. Not all of us are born with beautiful smiles, but with a good oral hygiene routine, and a little help from orthodontics, you can have a beautiful and healthy smile. </span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can read more about orthodontists and orthodontic treatment from the </span><a href="https://www.aaoinfo.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">American Association of Orthodontists.</span></a></div>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-362396cb-7fff-568d-3b09-2663317eb16e" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://mouthhealthy.org/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mouthhealthy.org</span></a></span></div>
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb; text-decoration-line: none;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span><br />
<div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span></div>
Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-1041861658065393312019-06-06T06:00:00.000-07:002019-06-06T06:00:14.043-07:00Braces: How Braces Work, Pain Relief, & Keeping Braces Clean<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F_BA3YGsQP8/XNmucgzZxAI/AAAAAAAAAeg/3lkBVvpHSYsJ1FieCrvqzCQk43oMMEZBACLcBGAs/s1600/HowBracesWorkPainReliefKeepingBracesClean700x250.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="700" height="114" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F_BA3YGsQP8/XNmucgzZxAI/AAAAAAAAAeg/3lkBVvpHSYsJ1FieCrvqzCQk43oMMEZBACLcBGAs/s320/HowBracesWorkPainReliefKeepingBracesClean700x250.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Braces can correct misaligned teeth to improve your smile and your dental health, but braces pain can make you uncomfortable.</span></div>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How Braces Work</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Knowing a bit about how braces work can help you prepare for the braces pain you might experience. Braces place continuous pressure on the teeth to slowly move them into a different position. The key components of braces are:</span></h2>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brackets:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> A bracket is attached to each tooth or to a band placed around the tooth. Brackets hold the wires that actually cause the teeth to move. Braces pain associated with brackets may include pain from the band or the brackets.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wires:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> The wires used for braces are known as arch wires. They are attached to the brackets, and an orthodontist adjusts them at regular visits. Sometimes braces pain occurs soon after the braces are adjusted.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Benefits Of Braces</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Braces pain can be uncomfortable, but wearing braces to improve your bite can help to eliminate other types of mouth and </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/toothache/tooth-pain-causes-remedies-relief-stop-tooth-pain" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">tooth pain</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> caused by misaligned teeth. Other benefits of braces include:</span></h2>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Easier Oral Care:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Straight teeth are easier to clean, so you will be at less risk for </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/cavities-tooth-decay/cavities-tooth-decay-symptoms-causes-treatment" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">tooth decay</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gum-disease-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gum disease</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Increased Confidence:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> When braces have corrected your misaligned teeth, you’ll enjoy the improved self-confidence that comes with a healthy smile.</span></li>
</ul>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-2e10848f-7fff-12d3-6180-561ad98e86ed" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: -webkit-standard; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></span>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Causes Braces Pain?</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The exact cause of braces pain is unknown, but it may be attributed to internal or external factors.</span></h2>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Internal:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Some research has shown that braces pain may be caused by changes in blood flow that occur when the braces apply pressure to the teeth.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">External: </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The physical rubbing of the brackets and wires can cause braces pain in the soft tissue inside the mouth. This type of braces pain usually lessens with time, as the tissues become tougher. Sometimes one of the arch wires can cause braces pain by poking into the back of the mouth, but orthodontic wax can usually relieve this.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Relieve Pain from Braces</span></h2>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many products are available to provide relief of braces pain. For pain associated with the pressure of the braces, try over the counter pain relieving products. Tablets or capsules such as Motrin or Advil can provide relief of braces pain, or you can use topical pain relieving products. Ask your dentist for recommendations if your braces pain persists. In addition, toothpaste, mouth rinse, and dental floss designed for sensitive teeth such as those in the Crest Pro-Health Sensitive Shield regimen can help relieve tooth pain. (1), (2)</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try these additional tips to relieve braces pain:</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Eat Soft Foods:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you tend to experience braces pain after an orthodontic adjustment, stick to soft foods, such as Jello®, pasta, and soft-cooked vegetables for the first day or so.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brush Soft:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> A </span><a href="https://oralb.com/en-us/products/sensi-soft-manual-toothbrush" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">soft-bristled toothbrush</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can help ease braces pain.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Protect Your Braces:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you play contact sports while wearing braces, be sure to use a mouth guard. Being hit or falling during sports can cause brackets to break or wires to come loose, which causes braces pain and adds to the expense of orthodontic care.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.27059; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces</span></h2>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">While brushing teeth with braces may be a bit challenging it’s even more important for people with braces to </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/how-to-properly-brush-your-teeth" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">brush properly</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. That’s because food particles can easily get caught in your braces, which can lead to harmful plaque bacteria that can cause gum disease. Effectively brushing teeth with braces is very important for your long-term oral health.</span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Clean Braces</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ask your dental professional for a brush that's specifically designed for brushing teeth with braces. These brushes are made to reach in between all brackets and hardware.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brushing teeth with braces takes a bit longer than it does without braces. Brush from top to bottom and in between all braces. Take your time to ensure you keep your teeth healthy and protected while you wear braces.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brush more often, including after every snack or meal.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use an </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/mouthwash/crest-pro-health-clinical-rinse" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">anti plaque/gingivitis mouth rinse</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to help remove food particles that linger in places your toothbrush can’t reach, as well as to prevent new plaque from forming.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ask your dental professional if they have any recommendations for brushing teeth with braces. They can show you the best techniques and ensure you know the best approach.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once again, effectively brushing teeth with braces can help keep your teeth and mouth healthy. When your braces come off, you’ll be thrilled with your healthy teeth and bright, beautiful smile.</span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><a href="http://crest.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span></a></span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></span><b style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="color: #888888; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;"><b>WilmingtonSmiles.net</b></a></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-2474931647520768922019-05-24T07:00:00.000-07:002019-05-24T07:00:13.649-07:00How To Limit The Effects Of Sugar On Teeth<br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
<!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
<!--[endif]--><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 27.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">How To Limit The
Effects Of Sugar</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px;"> </span><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 27pt;">On Teeth</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LMC4CQ-8qAs/XNPdhMPQ-7I/AAAAAAAAAsg/KOm3OzCgfdA1jbcpPYO_eOJbxmQuBifVQCLcBGAs/s1600/5-24.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="225" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LMC4CQ-8qAs/XNPdhMPQ-7I/AAAAAAAAAsg/KOm3OzCgfdA1jbcpPYO_eOJbxmQuBifVQCLcBGAs/s400/5-24.png" width="400" /></a></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cookies, cakes,
candies and sodas – everywhere you go, there are sugary treats to tempt you and
your kids. The effects of sugar on teeth may not be noticeable right away, but
too much can lead to tooth decay if you don't stay on top of it. Here's how
sugar can harm your family's dental health and what you can do to prevent it.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Acid Attacks</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When you eat or drink
sugary foods – refined, processed or in the form of carbohydrates – you're
feeding the beast. Bacteria in your mouth digest the foods you eat and
specifically feed on the sugar, producing acids that can slowly dissolve tooth
enamel and cause tooth decay. According to the National Institute of Dental and
Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), these acids do the most damage to your teeth for
20 minutes after eating; this is what is known as an "acid attack."
So the more sugary foods you eat throughout the day, the more your teeth are
exposed to decay-causing acids.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sensible Food Choices</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">What can you do to
protect your family from these ubiquitous acid attacks? Eliminating sugars
completely from your family's diet is unrealistic, because most of your foods
contain some form of sugar or starch. However, you can still control the amount
of sugar you and your family consumes and reduce the total time your teeth are
susceptible to bacterial acids. Consider the following dietary adjustments:</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eat a nutritious and
balanced diet of grains, fruits, vegetables, protein and low-fat dairy.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Check food labels for
"hidden" sugars.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Limit between-meal
snacks.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Avoid sugary foods that
stay in your mouth for a long time, like hard, sticky or chewy varieties
of candy.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Offer healthy snacks,
such as cheese, fruits, yogurt, peanut butter, chocolate milk and
sugarless gum.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Save your sugary treats
for the end of a meal or before a tooth-brushing session, rather than
throughout the day.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="background: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Substitute water for
sugar-laden sodas and fruit juices.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Oral Hygiene Is a Good
Defense</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Brushing your teeth
thoroughly after eating cleans recent sugary foods and existing bacteria off of
your teeth, and flossing once a day will clean between your teeth – a prime
spot for bacteria to hide. For those times when you aren't at home to brush off
an acid attack, disposable toothbrushes like the Colgate</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 7.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">®</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Wisp</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 7.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">™</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> mini-brush can be taken to work or packed
with your kids' lunches. Have your family use fluoride toothpaste as an added
defense to strengthen their teeth, making them more resistant to harmful acids
in the future.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Preventive Care and
Early Detection</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Schedule regular
dental checkups and cleaning appointments for your family; this way, any signs
of tooth decay can be taken care of early. The </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.knowyourteeth.com/infobites/abc/article/?abc=A&iid=316&aid=1279"><b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9.0pt;">Academy of General Dentistry's (AGD)</span></b></a></span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> George McLaughlin, DMD, recommends placing
sealants on children's permanent first molars as soon as they appear in the
mouth. This thin coating acts as a barrier on the chewing surface of the tooth,
and protects it from decay-producing acids. Other preventive measures for
children include fluoride treatment and varnishes.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">There is no denying
that people love their sugar. In fact, the </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.education.com/"><b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9.0pt;">NIDCR</span></b></a></span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> suggests the average person in the U.S. eats about 147 pounds
of it a year – that produces an enormous potential for tooth decay. Make the
necessary changes in diet and dental hygiene now, so the effects of sugar on
teeth don't come when your family is preoccupied with bigger life events.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">To read the entire article
visit colgate.com</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb; text-decoration-line: none;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-34869777392367563062019-05-15T07:00:00.000-07:002019-05-15T07:00:04.702-07:00Plaque<br />
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eVFqOStUkMM/XMBtKIID7XI/AAAAAAAAAh8/nryPFDBfL-sha3qd5UGRZRkbFMV94J2YgCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/Plaque.jpg"><span style="color: blue;"><br /></span><span id="goog_635036412"></span><span id="goog_635036413"></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 11.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 14.0pt; mso-outline-level: 1;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k6twRy8uCXQ/XNPYmk3fKzI/AAAAAAAAAsU/orYamhSafBkb24JwG_6n0dlacQNGeilKgCLcBGAs/s1600/5-15.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="668" data-original-width="998" height="214" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k6twRy8uCXQ/XNPYmk3fKzI/AAAAAAAAAsU/orYamhSafBkb24JwG_6n0dlacQNGeilKgCLcBGAs/s320/5-15.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<span style="color: #319b47; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 23.0pt;"><br /></span>
<span style="color: #319b47; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 23.0pt;">Plaque</span><br />
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br /></span>
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Your teeth are</span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"> covered with a sticky film called plaque that can
contribute to tooth decay and gum disease. Plaque contains bacteria, which
following a meal or snack containing sugar can release acids that attack tooth
enamel. Repeated attacks can cause the enamel to break down, eventually
resulting in cavities. Plaque that is not removed with thorough daily brushing
and cleaning between teeth can eventually harden into calculus or tartar. This
makes it more difficult to keep your teeth clean.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When tartar collects above the gum line, the gum tissue can
become swollen and may bleed easily. This is called gingivitis, the early stage
of gum disease. You can prevent plaque buildup and keep your teeth cavity-free
by regularly visiting the dentist, brushing twice a day with a fluoride
toothpaste and cleaning between your teeth with dental floss daily.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<div dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org</span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span></div>
<span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: #222222; font-family: -webkit-standard; font-size: 13.2px; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb; text-decoration-line: none;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span></div>
<br />Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-15209201216367532082019-05-06T07:00:00.000-07:002019-05-06T07:00:07.546-07:00Mouth Sores<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jic38tU_Cgo/XM3F02sYKpI/AAAAAAAAAsI/pRzm3q9NNEY5QzVkKLxuiX_1bTkg2eJnACLcBGAs/s1600/2a1524f2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="666" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jic38tU_Cgo/XM3F02sYKpI/AAAAAAAAAsI/pRzm3q9NNEY5QzVkKLxuiX_1bTkg2eJnACLcBGAs/s320/2a1524f2.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<div dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dental health is not limited to your teeth. Sores or irritations can develop in and around the mouth. Fortunately, they usually heal on their own within a week or two. Mouth sores come in several different varieties and can have any number of causes, including:</span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Infections from bacteria, viruses or fungus</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Irritation from a loose orthodontic wire, a denture that doesn’t fit, or a sharp edge from a broken tooth or filling.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">The symptom of a disease or disorder.</span></li>
</ul>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your dentist should examine any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer. For more information about specific kinds of mouth sores, please visit our pages on </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/c/canker-sores" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">canker sores</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/c/cold-sores" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">cold sores</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/t/thrush" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">oral thrush</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/l/leukoplakia" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">leukoplakia</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
<b id="docs-internal-guid-5516f916-7fff-690f-0e8c-611bd37a8590" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: -webkit-standard; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></b>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org</span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span></div>
<span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; text-size-adjust: auto;"></span><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb;">WilmingtonSmiles.net</a></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2399199755747340160.post-24768012326255999792019-04-19T06:00:00.000-07:002019-04-19T06:00:02.014-07:00 How to Get Rid of Bad Breath?<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><img alt="How-to-Get-Rid-of-Bad-Breath" height="142" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/baWGBZqqlgRs34O_0NTPf3alpmH6MpwhVQ2azUkRdHdfnX9vs50d3ssWMSl_lsa7wZl5OraQGRXLusohDffo5xu0DFKmTYEc1IBy9sva_2zM9D0qKdaJLk_ktjFicAIxPlLFBGbq" style="border: none; transform: rotate(0rad);" width="400" /></span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What is Halitosis?</span></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath, and if you’ve ever had it, you shouldn’t feel bad. About 1 in 5 people in the general population suffer from it, and many people who think they have it actually do not. </span></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The paranoia probably stems from the social stigma people place on those who have bad breath. In some cases, the causes of bad breath are simple and preventable so others are quick to judge, but there are rare exceptions in which someone’s halitosis may actually require medical attention. Knowing what causes bad breath can help identify the difference. In most cases, bad breath isn’t serious, but if it lasts longer than a few weeks, it may be evidence of a deeper underlying problem.</span></span></div>
<b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bad Breath Causes</span></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In order to get rid of bad breath, the first thing you need to know is why it’s happening. There are basically 10 common causes of bad breath:</span></span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Drinking and Eating Certain Foods and Drinks<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Certain drinks and foods, particularly coffee, garlic and onions, are notorious for creating bad breath. We love them for their taste, but that taste can linger once it’s absorbed into the bloodstream. Not only is the smell expelled through the breath, but the odors remain until the body processes the food. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Plaque Buildup<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: When you don’t brush properly, or often enough, bacteria can form in your mouth, and it’s one of the primary causes of bad breath. This bacteria feeds on the food particles left behind on your teeth and gums and produce waste products that release foul odors. If you have braces, you should take extra care to remove food particles from your mouth to avoid bad breath. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Infrequent Flossing<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: When you don’t floss, small particles of food can get stuck between your teeth and around your gums. These are tricky places where toothbrushes can’t quite reach. When food particles are left behind, they start to collect bacteria, which in turn causes bad breath and plaque. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Tongue Bacteria<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Bacterial growth on the tongue accounts for 80‒90 percent of all cases of mouth-related bad breath. Poor oral hygiene results in plaque bacteria being left behind on your teeth and gums. This bacteria produces foul-smelling waste products that cause bad breath. This can lead to </span><a href="http://crest.com/en-us/oral-care-topics/gingivitis/gingivitis-gum-disease" style="text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gingivitis</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, tooth decay, and cavities. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Smoking<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Smoking is a major cause of bad breath. Your body will thank you for giving up smoking, but your friends will, too. It can lead to serious bad breath and you may not even notice it because you have been accustomed to the smell. Your bad breath may be due to other causes, too, but tobacco use is a guarantee of bad breath. If you’re ready to quit, ask your doctor or dentist for advice and support.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dry Mouth<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: When your mouth is extremely dry, there isn’t enough saliva to wash away excess food particles and bacteria. Over time, this can cause an unpleasant smell if they build up on the teeth. Both stress and breathing through your mouth can also be causes of dry mouth, and certain medications have dry mouth as a side effect. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Breathing through your mouth can also cause the saliva you produce to evaporate rapidly. That’s why many people who breath through their mouth when they sleep get a dry mouth and wake up with bad breath.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Morning Breath<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Your mouth produces less saliva while you’re sleeping so food particle bacteria multiply faster while you sleep. That’s why bad breath odors are typically worse when you first wake up. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Infections<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: If you have an infection in your mouth from a wound, it’s an easy target for bacteria build-up. If you’re having oral surgery (having your wisdom teeth pulled for example), be sure to keep an eye on the infection. A medical professional can prescribe antibiotics to help minimize the infection. If you’re having your </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/wisdom-teeth/wisdom-teeth-removal-extraction-surgery" style="text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">wisdom teeth or other teeth removed</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, it’s possible that you may need to deal with bad breath, as well. When your teeth are extracted, bacteria can get inside your wounds and this is what causes halitosis. Your dentist may provide antibiotics to help, but if the infection persists and causes chronic bad breath for more than a few days, you may need to see your dentist to have the wound cleaned. Bacteria can also </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gum-infection-symptoms-treatment-prevention" style="text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">infect your gums</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> when they’re not healthy or when they are compromised by other health issues or physical injury.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Medical Conditions<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Bad breath can be the result of certain conditions, such as tonsil stones, respiratory tract infections, chronic sinusitis, chronic bronchitis, diabetes, gastrointestinal disturbance, or liver or kidney ailments. If you suspect that your bad breath may be the result of something chronic, speak to a medical professional. Certain conditions beyond your control can cause bad breath: sinus infections, tonsil stones, respiratory tract infections, chronic bronchitis, diabetes, gastrointestinal disturbances, or liver or kidney ailments are just some of the medical causes of bad breath. If you have chronic bad breath and your dentist rules out any oral health problems, see your doctor for an evaluation.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Postnasal Drip<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: If you have </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/toothache/sinus-infection-sinusitis-causes-sinus-tooth-pain" style="text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">sinusitis</span></a><span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, or inflammation of the sinuses, mucus can get caught in the back of your throat, which can cause postnasal drip. The mucus can collect bacteria, and to make matters worse, now you have postnasal drip bad breath. Often, drinking lots of water and taking a decongestant can help with sinusitis, but if you have severe symptoms or your symptoms have lasted longer than a few weeks, you should talk to your doctor.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 3.75pt 0pt 3.75pt 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bad Breath Remedies and Treatments</span></span></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.524; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you’re looking for a quick breath remedy, these simple tips can help with bad breath in the short term.</span></span></div>
<ul style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Raw Fruits and Vegetables<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Biting into a crispy apple is a great way to freshen your breath before you can get to brushing. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sugar-free Gum<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: It does more than refresh your mouth with flavor—it helps remove food particles and increases your saliva production which c</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">an help freshe</span><span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">n breath.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Drink More Water<span style="color: #707070; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: A dry mouth can quickly lead to bad breath and is often the culprit of morning breath. Make sure you stay hydrated and keep a glass of water on your nightstand for a quick reach when you wake up.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To read the entire article visit </span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">crest.com</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.ne/" style="color: #888888; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span">Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;">Gregory B. Garrett, DDS </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;">2215 Delaney Avenue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;">Wilmington, NC 28403</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;">Tel: (910) 763-3679</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 18px;">Website: <a href="http://wilmingtonsmiles.net/" style="color: #2288bb; text-decoration-line: none;"><b>WilmingtonSmiles.net</b></a></span></span>Cosmetic, Family General Dentistry Gregory B. Garrett, DDShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341584718396200696noreply@blogger.com0