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Halloween is just around the corner, and although candy consumption is almost unavoidable this time of year, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) wants parents and children to know that there are both good and bad candy options, both of which may find their way into children's trick-or-treat bags this fall. "Of course, dentists do not advocate that children eat large amounts of sugary treats, but it is that time of year, so we want to clarify for parents which treats are better for their kids' teeth and which ones may increase the risk of developing cavities," says AGD spokesperson Cynthia Sherwood, DDS, FAGD. To read the entire article, visit: KnowYourTeeth.com Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Three-Dimensional Dentistry When we diagnose and plan any type of surgery or dental implant, we rely on the Sirona™ GALILEOS 3-D cone beam CT for the most accurate panoramic image. This three-dimensional image gives our doctors a precise and complete model of your jaw as a surgical guide. It contributes to making the surgery very successful and reduces the time and stress for treatment.
Not only is the resolution of the image crystal clear, there is much less radiation than from conventional scans. And the end results – our patients are very pleased, and you will be too. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Technology that Makes You Part of the Team With the use of the intra-oral camera, you can easily see for yourself what work needs to be done on what teeth. This miniature video camera provides a clear picture of your mouth. Our dentists work together with you to make suitable decisions for your needs and the goal of excellent oral health. Like our other patients, you will love how this works. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Laser Dentistry – No Shots or Drills! Our office is pleased to offer our patients the pinnacle of laser technology. It’s called the LightWalker™ dental laser. The LightWalker laser can be used for soft tissues (gum surgery) or for hard tissues (teeth). With this laser, procedures are less invasive, take less time, and are more effective. Recovery times are much shorter than ever before. There are fewer follow-up visits required. The LightWalker laser is so gentle patients rarely require any shots. There’s no drilling noise, something children really appreciate. Gum surgery is done with no scalpels and no stitches. And root canals can be completed in half the time. The LightWalker laser automatically disinfects and prevents cross-contamination. Ask us if laser dentistry is for you! Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Nutrition Tips Following a proper and nutritious diet not only helps keep your body healthy, but your mouth as well. Nutrition plays an important role in the health and cleanliness of your teeth, gums and mouth. Limit Soda, Coffee and Alcohol Although these beverages contain a high level of phosphorous, which is a necessary mineral for a healthy mouth, too much phosphorous can deplete the body's level of calcium. This causes dental hygiene problems such as tooth decay and gum disease. Beverages containing additives such as corn syrup and food dye can make pearly white teeth appear dull and discolored. Therefore, it is best to choose beverages like milk, which helps strengthen teeth and build stronger enamel, giving you a healthy, beautiful smile. Drink Tap Water When Possible If bottled water is your main source of drinking water, you could be missing the decay-preventive benefits of fluoride. Monitor Your Low-Carb Lifestyle Despite their popularity, low-carb diets can cause bad breath. A balanced, dental-healthy diet can help reduce tooth decay. Increase Your Calcium Intake After age 20, both men and women lose more bone mass than they form so it is important to restore lost calcium with a daily supplement and by eating fruits and vegetables high in calcium, such as dark leafy greens. These foods will also help to lower the acid buildup in the saliva that can lead to breakdown of tooth enamel. Take a Daily Dose of Vitamins C and D These vitamins help support the absorption of healthy mouth minerals such as calcium and phosphorous, which support the bone and gum tissue, keeping it healthy. This is an easy way to maintain dental hygiene and fight gum disease. Put Out the Cigarette Smoking cigarettes is one of the greatest contributors to the aging mouth. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 22 million women in the United States smoke cigarettes. In addition to staining teeth, smoking interrupts calcium absorption in the body and can also cause potentially life-threatening diseases such as oral cancer. So stop smoking and enjoy the health benefits as well as a healthy, beautiful smile. The above article is from: OralB.com
Prevent Tooth Knock-Outs Our patients who participate in sports need protection from trauma to their mouth and teeth. A custom-made mouthguard will help to prevent tooth damage by reducing the impact of injury to keep your teeth intact. The one-size mouthguards sold in stores do not fit or give you the protection you need. They can even impede your breathing and affect your performance.
Approximately 5 million teeth are knocked out during athletic participation. This is in one year in just the United States! The American Dental Association recommends wearing custom mouthguards for the following sports:
Acrobatics, basketball, boxing, field hockey, football, gymnastics, handball, ice hockey, lacrosse, martial arts, racquetball, roller hockey, rugby, shotputting, skateboarding, skiing, skydiving, soccer, squash, surfing, volleyball, water polo, weight lifting, and wrestling. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Much Less Radiation We use only digital X-rays that are quick, efficient, and have 75% less radiation than nondigital images. It is a simple matter of just placing the digital sensor in your mouth to view a complete panoramic image of your teeth and jaws. There is no waiting time for images to develop. They are available immediately on our computer screen and do not use any polluting chemicals in the process. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Saliva has an important job to do in your mouth. For starters, it helps to remove food particles. But it also helps prevent tooth decay and infection by washing away plaque and keeping disease-causing bacteria from building up on your teeth and gums. But saliva can’t do all that work by itself. So it’s important to remove plaque yourself by practicing good oral hygiene, which means proper flossing each day, and twice-daily tooth brushing. Most of us don’t think about the moisture in our mouths until our mouths become dry. A variety of conditions can cause dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, including the following:
Cancer treatments. If you have any type of cancer of the head or neck and you receive radiation therapy, dry mouth is a common side effect because the radiation damages the salivary glands in addition to destroying the cancer. Some medications used to treat cancer in any part of the body can also cause dry mouth.
Prescription medications. Hundreds of common medications, including many antidepressants and medications for high blood pressure, can contribute to a dry mouth. If you take medications that seem to make your mouth feel dry, be especially vigilant about tooth brushing and proper flossing.
Nerve damage. Some types of injuries to the head or neck can damage the specific nerves that tell the salivary glands to produce saliva.
Chronic illness. Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and Parkinson’s disease are among the diseases that can contribute to a chronic dry mouth.
Drug use. Methamphetamines have been associated with dry mouth.
To read the entire article please visit: OralB.com
Children’s teeth are prone to cavities – more so than adults. There are several reasons for this susceptibility during their formative years. Often they do not brush thoroughly and miss certain areas of their teeth. We advise parents to oversee their daily dental hygiene to help them develop proper brushing and flossing habits to keep all their teeth clean and healthy.
Children also tend to eat throughout the day. Every time you eat, acids are produced in the mouth to break down foods. Continual exposure to acid can increase the number of cavities.
If teeth are improperly cleaned, that generates additional acid that further increases the rate of cavity development. Better brushing, healthier food choices, and an application of a dental sealant can greatly reduce the risk of a cavity. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Laser Dentistry – No Shots or Drills! Our diode lasers provide more comfortable periodontal therapy, accurate and faster healing, gum recontouring, and treatment of cold sores and oral ulcers. Repeated treatment of herpetic cold sores can often stop them from ever coming back! Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Halloween is just around the corner, and although candy consumption is almost unavoidable this time of year, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) wants parents and children to know that there are both good and bad candy options, both of which may find their way into children's trick-or-treat bags this fall. 
