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Oral Cancer on the rise in the US- Are you being screened?
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: April 15, 2019
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cancers of the oropharynx (back of the throat, including the base of the tongue and tonsils) are usually caused by tobacco and alcohol, but recent studies show that about 72 percent of oropharyngeal cancers are caused by HPV. “There has been significant change in the […]
Fluoride-Free Toothpaste Does Not Prevent Cavities, Study Finds.
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: April 4, 2019
The AP (8/7, Donn) reported that although the ability of fluoride to help prevent cavities “has been widely accepted for decades,” the “internet is dotted with claims” that “fluoride-free toothpaste also prevents cavities.” However, a recent review published in the journal Gerodontology found that oral hygiene efforts without fluoride do not reduce cavity rates. ADA […]
Yes, you need to floss!
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: March 6, 2019
Flossing helps to remove food particles and bacteria from between your teeth and along your gumline. When this bacteria builds up, it forms plaque, a sticky, colorless film that can threaten your oral health by contributing to tooth decay and ginigivitis. Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease, which can then evolve into periodontitis, […]
I need a crown and I don’t mean the rhinestone type!
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: February 18, 2019
So you have been told you need a crown and you are not even sure what that means- here is a brief description of a crown. “A crown, sometimes known as dental cap, is a type of dental restoration which completely caps or encircles a tooth or dental implant. Crowns are often needed when a […]
Don’t leave money on the table!
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: December 7, 2018
If you have a flexible spending account, or FSA, time is running out to spend down your balance. FSAs, which are typically offered as a benefit through your employer, give you the option of putting money directly from your paycheck, tax-free, into an account so they can be used to pay medical-related expenses throughout the […]
Why we don’t use silver fillings
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: July 25, 2018
Since amalgam(silver colored) fillings are not bonded to your teeth, they do not strengthen teeth which have been weakened from the cavity and associated loss of healthy tooth structure. A tooth restored with amalgam does not reinforce your teeth and it is common to see cracks and ultimately fractures of your teeth caused by the […]
Sunflower Seeds and the All Star Game
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: July 11, 2018
It’s All Star Game Time! The All Star Game will bring out some of the best baseball players to the mound, and I bet you will see lots chewing on sunflower seeds- that can’t be bad right? Wrong! the seed itself is not bad for your choppers—it’s the hull that’s the problem. With a hard […]
Tooth errosion and GERD
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: June 25, 2018
Stomach acid—with a pH that’s lower than vinegar—that regurgitates into the esophagus and mouth can dissolve tooth enamel and create erosive lesions near the back of the mouth. While many people with GERD recognize it by the uncomfortable heartburn symptoms, some patients only experience GERD while they sleep and may not know they have it. […]
Sparkling Water Not So Sparkling For Your Teeth!
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: May 23, 2018
We are seeing an increase in adults with cavities forming over a short period of time and many are drinking more sparkling water. Sparkling water is made by adding carbon dioxide gas to flat water. This process produces carbonic acid, which is the same stuff found in soda, minus the sugar. When your teeth are […]
Is your highschooler Juuling?
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: May 17, 2018
Believe me it is hard to keep up with all the things our kids face on a daily basis! The other day I was reading one of my dental journals and they were discussing “Juuling”- I had no idea what this was and was surprised to learn it is a new form of vaping. The […]
