Wine tasters may be at high risk for enamel stain and erosion.
Why? Sipping wine many times a day -- and swishing it in the mouth -- increases the enamel's exposure to damaging acids.
That is why it's better to drink a glass of wine, soda, or sweet tea with a meal instead of sipping it over several hours.
Above article from: Webmd.com/oral-health
Carolina Smiles Family Dental
Michael Stohl, DMD
1139 A Greenville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: (828) 693-8630
Website: HendersonvilleDentistNC.com
Will You Need a Crown?
Sometimes a tooth might be broken or cracked or worn down
beyond repair for a filling. It would then need to be
restored with a crown. Our crowns are constructed of the
highest quality materials that make them durable and
functional – they even strengthen the tooth structure. They
look just like a real tooth and no one will ever know the
difference.
Carolina Smiles Family Dental
Michael Stohl, DMD
1139 A Greenville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: (828) 693-8630
Website: HendersonvilleDentistNC.com
Choosing
Your Child’s Dentist is Like Choosing
Their Pediatrician
It is important for every child to develop good daily
hygiene habits for the health of their teeth and gums.
Children’s teeth are more susceptible to cavities in their
formative years due to a variety of factors. They often do
not brush thoroughly on their own. We encourage parents to
be a part of their daily dental care. Children also eat
throughout the day, which exposes their teeth to the acid in
foods. When a tooth is not clean to begin with, more acid
will increase the rate of development of cavities.
When parents and the dentist work together to identify poor
hygiene and dietary habits, this will help to reduce the
chances of cavities. Also, an application of a mineralizing
fluoride varnish will be a significant help in the fight
against decay.
Carolina Smiles Family Dental
Michael Stohl, DMD
1139 A Greenville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: (828) 693-8630
Website: HendersonvilleDentistNC.com
Although tea has a reputation as a healthy beverage, it may not be the best choice when it comes to keeping your teeth white. Dentists say tea -- especially the basic black variety -- can cause more stains than coffee. However, recent studies have found that even herbal teas and white teas have the potential to erode enamel and cause tooth staining.
Above article from: Webmd.com/oral-health
Carolina Smiles Family Dental
Michael Stohl, DMD
1139 A Greenville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: (828) 693-8630
Website: HendersonvilleDentistNC.com
Preventing
Child Tooth Decay – the Easy Way!
Children do not always do a good job of brushing their
teeth. It may be difficult for them to brush and clean all
the grooves in the back teeth. Bacteria that cling to a
tooth forms plaque and eventual decay. With even a small
amount of decay, the tooth is permanently damaged and will
need a filling.
Let us introduce to you a preventive technique with dental
sealants to keep this from happening.
Here’s the easy and quick procedure:
1. All the teeth are cleaned and sterilized.
2. A clear, thin coating of the sealant is applied to each
tooth.
3. A curing light is used to bond the sealant to the tooth’s
surface.
It is that simple and takes just a few minutes. No shots or
drills are necessary, there is no pain, and best of all,
this treatment will help to keep
teeth healthy.
Carolina Smiles Family Dental
Michael Stohl, DMD
1139 A Greenville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: (828) 693-8630
Website: HendersonvilleDentistNC.com
The
Primary Cause of Lost Teeth
It is important for our patients to know that most tooth
loss is due to gum disease, not injury or decay. Bleeding
gums and loose or shifting teeth are painless symptoms that
need immediate attention. If the infection is treated in the
early stages, there are a variety of nonsurgical methods
that can be used and are painless. In the advanced stages of
gum disease, surgery will be necessary.
Gum Disease Linked to Heart Disease
and Even Stroke
The latest medical research has revealed there is a link
between gum disease and serious conditions such as heart
disease, stroke, and diabetes. Since these health problems
can be fatal, gum disease is now realized to be a more
serious problem than loss of teeth. The bacteria from
infected gums travels in the bloodstream to vital organs.
The American Dental Association has estimated that nearly
80% of the adult American population has some level of gum
disease. Most dentists consider this percentage to be at an
epidemic level.
The American Academy of Periodontology reports: “studies
found periodontal infection may contribute to the
development of heart disease, increase the risk of
premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to
people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes
and respiratory diseases.”
Good
News about Periodontal Disease
When gum disease is treated in the mild stages, nonsurgical
methods are used and, together with better daily dental
care, produce excellent results. If gum disease is not
treated until the advanced stages, surgery will be
necessary. Generally, both nonsurgical and surgical
treatments are covered under most dental insurance plans.
Problems from Missing Teeth
Some of our patients have asked us what is so bad about
losing a tooth. Since you can’t die from it, is it a big
deal?
Losing even a single tooth can cause other teeth to move,
which can affect your ability to chew properly and absorb
nutrients. When it is difficult to chew, your diet may
change to eating softer, processed foods that can lead to
weight gain. Eventually, your face will take on a “sunken”
look without a full set of teeth, and you will look older
than what you really are. You may also become embarrassed
because you no longer speak clearly.
We are pleased to offer replacements for missing teeth with
implants. Implants can be used for one or many missing
teeth. They look and function just like a natural tooth, and
you will be happy to have a full smile again.
Carolina Smiles Family Dental
Michael Stohl, DMD
1139 A Greenville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: (828) 693-8630
Website: HendersonvilleDentistNC.com
