Women and Oral Health
March Is National Women’s Month….so Let’s focus on women! It is essential that everyone take care of their oral health but females have special oral health considerations during different phases of life. Hormonal changes during menstruation, pregnancy, lactation, and menopause not only cause bloating, moodiness hot flashes and irritability but also take its toll on
read moreHow Smoking Affects Dental Health
Did you know that smoking tobacco is the leading PREVENTABLE cause of death in the United States? In addition to the overall health risks, tobacco use causes a myriad of dental health related problems, including tooth discoloration and excessive plaque and tarter buildup. At My Plantation Dentist, we know it can be hard to kick
read moreWhat causes sinus infections?
When air is inhaled through your nose the air makes its way through to the lungs by traveling through several hollow, air filled spaces called sinuses. Sinuses are located in the face around your cheeks, nose and above the eyes. Sinuses are lined with a spongy, pink lining, similar to the inside of your mouth.
read moreElectric Toothbrushes vs. Traditional Toothbrushes
Are electric toothbrushes really better at cleaning your teeth than traditional, manual toothbrushes? The answer to that question tends to vary from study to study. However, electronic toothbrushes have been known to make the overall brushing process easier and more fun for the user. The fact is, if proper brushing technique is used, a manual
read moreWhy should you consider the advantages of dental implants
Did you know, when a person loses a tooth (or teeth) due to disease, injury, or for any reason, there are plenty of options to replace that missing tooth! Treatment and care plans are available with the help of a caring dentist. Tooth loss is not something that should discourage you from seeking dental care.
read moreInvisalign: Frequently Asked Questions
Invisalign is one of the most significant dental advances of the last two decades. Before Invisalign, anyone with crowded or crooked teeth had to suffer the wrath of traditional metal braces. The beauty of these nearly invisible thermoplastic aligners is that they help straighten your teeth and enhance your smile without the irritation and embarrassment
read moreWhat should you do about loose baby teeth?
As parents, we are there for all of our children’s “firsts,” first words, first steps, and most certainly, first teeth. A baby has tiny developing tooth buds present even before birth. Normally, around 4-7 months those tooth buds give way to shiny white teeth and thereafter, baby teeth make their exit for permanent adult teeth.
read moreYou cannot spell “Overall Health” with “Oral Health”.
Dentistry is no longer just about a healthy tooth (or teeth,) it is about full body wellness. How can you expect the rest of your body to be in excellent health if you neglect the very place where all of it starts-your mouth? Approximately 47% of adults between the ages of 30-70 have some degree
read moreWhy do I need to visit the dentist every 6 months?
Why do I need to visit the dentist every 6 months? This is one of the most frequently asked questions in dentistry, “Why do I need to come twice a year?” Even if you meticulously care for your teeth with regular brushing and flossing, visiting your dentist twice a year is still necessary to professionally
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