Deep cleaning in Scottsdale: steps to prevent gum disease According to the Center for Disease Control, over half of all American adults suffer from periodontal disease. If you are one of these people, you should know two very important facts: the first is that you’re not alone. Periodontal disease is very common, but that doesn’t …
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Study shows a link may exist between poor oral hygiene and dementia If you’re like most adults, you’ve heard since you were a kid that oral hygiene is important. The message probably started with your parent and was reinforced by school teachers and dentists like Dr. Poulos at My Scottsdale Dentist. Now as an adult …
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Why Good Oral Hygiene is Important in Preventing Disease We all know how important good oral hygiene is for healthy teeth and a winning smile. What many people may not be aware of, though, is how important oral hygiene is to our overall health. My Scottsdale Dentist understands just how important good oral hygiene is …
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Why Good Oral Hygiene is Important in Preventing Disease We all know how important good oral hygiene is for healthy teeth and a winning smile. What many people may not be aware of, though, is how important oral hygiene is to our overall health. My Scottsdale Dentist understands just how important good oral hygiene is …
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How is Deep Cleaning in Scottsdale Different From Regular Teeth Cleaning? If you have regularly scheduled teeth cleaning performed to maintain your best dental health, you may still be told you need a special, deep cleaning in Scottsdale. The need for deep teeth cleaning, also called scaling and root planing, may be especially important for …
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Family Dental Care in Scottsdale Serves Patients of All Ages Proper dental care is important for more than a beautiful smile. Your oral health can have an impact on your overall health as well. This means family dental care in Scottsdale should be used throughout an individual’s life, starting from infancy. The Youngest Patients Many …
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Junk food, poor oral health increase risk of premature heart disease The association between poor oral health and increased risk of cardiovascular disease should make the reduction of sugars such as those contained in junk food, particularly fizzy drinks, an important health policy target, say experts writing in the Journal of the Royal Society of …
What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal Disease is the more advanced stages of gingivitis or gum disease. Gingivitis is caused by bacteria in plaque build-up. The bacterium causes the gums to become inflamed and bleed during tooth brushing. During this phase, the gums may bleed but the teeth themselves are not affected and no serious irreversible …
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Many people don’t realize the importance of flossing. Flossing in between your teeth is essential for avoiding periodontal disease as well as preventing tooth decay. Periodontal disease is one of the main causes of tooth loss in adults and can be easily prevented by flossing. Studies have even shown that flossing can also help prevent …
Is your child scared of going to the dentist? Follow this advice to help your little one relax before the next dental checkup. – Provide the dentist with a list of any medical conditions your child has or medications he takes. Keep your pediatrician’s phone number handy, too, in case the dentists at My Scottsdale …
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