Caring for the Aging Smile
Caring for the Aging Smile By Dr. Paul Doodes, Park Blvd Dentistry How do smiles age—and what can we do about it? People are living longer—and keeping their teeth longer, too. That’s wonderful, but it brings new challenges. Geriatric dentistry isn’t “regular dentistry for older patients”; it’s about adapting care to changing health, medications, and […]
Geriatric Dental Care – Special Care for an Important DemographicCaring for Geriatric Patients: What Are the Special Considerations for Their Oral Health?
Caring for Geriatric Patients: What Are the Special Considerations for Their Oral Health? As we age, our oral health faces unique challenges. Geriatric patients, in particular, have specific needs that require tailored care. What are these needs, and how do we at PBD cater to them? How Do Long Medical Histories Affect Geriatric Dental Care? […]
Am I at Risk for Oral Cancer?
At least once a year all our patients get a comprehensive exam looking for anything unusual in or around their mouth. Of course we are looking for the the usual suspects of tooth decay, cracks, chips, grinding, gum disease, staining, tooth movement and failing restorations but we also take a moment to carefully examine the […]
What is Bruxism?
Do You Grind Your Teeth? What is Bruxism? Bruxism is the unconscious grinding, clenching or gnashing of the teeth, typically at night. There are two types; awake bruxism and the more common and typically more severe sleep bruxism. Sleep bruxism is typically more severe the force generated has profound effect on the teeth, TMJ and […]
Dry Mouth
What is Xerostomia and what causes it? Xerostomia simply means “dry mouth”; it is most commonly a side-effect of medications but can also be due to salivary gland damage due to disease, trauma or radiation therapy (1). The tissue is usually still moist, just not enough to ensure comfort. More subtly, it leads to a […]
Help for Horrendous Halitosis
Help for Horrendous Halitosis What is Halitosis and how common is it? Halitosis is bad breath. Nobody wants bad breath. According the the American Dental Association (ADA.org) up to 50% of adults report having halitosis at some time in their lives. Studies worldwide indicate a high prevalence of moderate halitosis, whereas severe cases are restricted […]
Relax, We’ve Got Nitrous Oxide!
In the fast-paced world we live in, stress can manifest itself in various ways, even during routine dental visits. To aid your comfort and relaxation, we’re thrilled to introduce nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, as an option for anxiety management during dental procedures. Nitrous oxide has been used in dentistry for decades, […]
What Does Medical / Dental Clearance Mean?
As dentists, we understand the intricate connections between oral health and overall well-being. One area where this connection is particularly crucial is in the context of major surgeries. Dental clearance, or the evaluation of a patient’s oral health before undergoing surgery, plays a pivotal role in ensuring safe and successful outcomes. Here, we will explore […]
Toothpaste is Toothpaste, Right?
Why are there so many different toothpastes? Taking a look along the aisles at the supermarket and you’d be forgiven for thinking that there’s a special toothpaste for just about everybody. This is all a little odd considering that toothpaste really isn’t much more effective than simply using a toothbrush alone – the mechanical brushing […]