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Flossing helps control plaque. It can reach where a toothbrush can't, like between the teeth. Floss daily with floss and interdental cleaners that carry the American Dental Association (ADA) seal. Ask your dentist for tips if you're not sure how to floss. Like everything else, flossing gets easier with practice. The above article is from:WebMD.com Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
A Screening for Oral Cancer If detected in the earliest stages, there is a 90% chance to cure oral cancer. We conduct visual screenings of the interior of your mouth twice a year during your check-ups and cleanings. If the doctor or hygienist sees any deviation from healthy tissue, you will be referred to an oral surgeon.
For over 40 years the rate of deaths from oral cancer has not changed. Statistics show that one American dies every hour from this cancer. We take your good health seriously on many levels, and this quick and easy screening can save your life! Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Hygiene Visits are Necessary You say you brush and floss your teeth meticulously each day. But sometimes there are hard-to-reach places that get missed, such as the grooves of back teeth. No matter where plaque and bacteria build up, it will eventually cause decay. Plaque hardens into tartar, which can only be removed with a professional cleaning. We recommend having your teeth cleaned by a hygienist once or twice a year to keep cavities from forming. If tartar develops below the gumline, it can cause periodontal (gum) disease, which can affect serious health conditions. Medical research has proven there is a link between gum disease and heart problems, diabetes, and stroke. Please follow up on our recommendation to stay healthy. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Easy Breathing While You Sleep If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea because you suffer from the problems of snoring and interrupted respiration during sleep, you may be using a CPAP device to solve the problem. This device works well for unobstructed breathing throughout the night and can eliminate snoring. The problem, according to many patients, is how bulky and uncomfortable the mask is. The patient is fitted with this mask that covers the nose and mouth and is connected to a small machine that provides a flow of air through a tube and into the mask to reach the lungs.
If you have become aggravated with the CPAP device, let us introduce an alternative that works successfully for most patients, is easy to insert and remove, and is comfortable to wear. This small acrylic device is placed over the upper and lower teeth, similar to a retainer or mouthguard. It takes care of the problem by realigning the tongue and jaw and keeping your airway open for the inhaling and exhaling of air. Patients have been amazed at how easy and comfortable it is, and thrilled to get a good night’s sleep with this device. Give us a call today to relieve this problem for you and your mate. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
With today’s advanced technologies and modern anesthetics, root canals are much easier for patients and no longer something to be avoided. This therapy will save a tooth, rather than have it extracted. It is a fact that a missing tooth can cause other oral problems that could have been prevented by saving the tooth.
During this procedure, the interior pulp chamber of the tooth is removed. It is then packed with a filling material used just for this treatment. Sometimes a tooth needs added strength for full functionality, and a crown will be placed over the original tooth. Dr. Roholt and his team are well-experienced in the latest advancements in root canals to successfully save a tooth with this type of damage. Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Know the Reason Most Teeth are Lost Many patients seem to think most missing teeth are due to cavities. But the number one reason is periodontal (gum) disease. Symptoms are bleeding gums during daily hygiene or loose teeth. Sometimes there are no signs right up until the point of losing your teeth. When detected and treated in the early stages, gum infection can be alleviated with nonsurgical treatment. With advanced cases, surgery will most likely be necessary.
Gum Disease Can Contribute to Serious Health ConditionsA startling conclusion has been reached from recent medical research. Gum disease has been linked to heart and lung problems, diabetes, and stroke. Dentists are now considering periodontal disease a much more serious problem than simply losing your teeth. Another astounding statistic is that 80% of adult Americans are estimated to have some stage of gum disease! This is an epidemic proportion.
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.” Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection of the gums. These bacteria travel throughout the bloodstream to the body’s major organs, increasing the risk of life-threatening conditions.
Methods of Reversing Gum Disease If gum disease is at an advanced state, gum surgery is necessary. Although it is never fun, it is generally successful in halting the associated problems. In milder stages, nonsurgical procedures can be used to stop it from spreading and return the gums to a healthy state. These methods are generally covered by most dental insurance and some medical plans.
Is There a Problem with Losing a Tooth? Yes! Even one missing tooth can cause problems, as other teeth will start to shift or move. Without a full set of teeth, you do not absorb as many nutrients from your food. Often, your facial appearance will take on an older look due to hollowness or sunken areas of the face. You may become embarrassed without clear speech – certain words may be difficult for others to understand.
Your diet may change as you start to favor softer foods that are easier to chew. Most of these types of foods have higher calories, resulting in weight gain and other potential problems. We recommend dental implants to replace as many teeth as are missing. They look very natural, function just like a real tooth, and you can eat whatever you like without a problem.
Tackling Gum Disease Painlessly Gum disease is the major reason for tooth loss and can contribute to other health problems as well. Our doctors use a very effective antibiotic that works painlessly to stop the infection. ARESTIN™ is a powder that contains invisible microspheres. It is delivered directly to the infection in the areas between teeth and gums. This time-released medication does its job by continually attacking the bacteria until it is gone. And all this occurs without any pain! Pier 210 Dental Group David Roholt, DDS, MICOI 210 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 885-5696 Pier210Dental.com
Flossing helps control plaque. It can reach where a toothbrush can't, like between the teeth. Floss daily with floss and interdental cleaners that carry the American Dental Association (ADA) seal. Ask your dentist for tips if you're not sure how to floss. Like everything else, flossing gets easier with practice.
If detected in the earliest stages, there is a 90% chance to cure oral cancer. We conduct visual screenings of the interior of your mouth twice a year during your check-ups and cleanings. If the doctor or hygienist sees any deviation from healthy tissue, you will be referred to an oral surgeon.
You say you brush and floss your teeth meticulously each day. But sometimes there are hard-to-reach places that get missed, such as the grooves of back teeth. No matter where plaque and bacteria build up, it will eventually cause decay. Plaque hardens into tartar, which can only be removed with a professional cleaning. We recommend having your teeth cleaned by a hygienist once or twice a year to keep cavities from forming. If tartar develops below the gumline, it can cause periodontal (gum) disease, which can affect serious health conditions. Medical research has proven there is a link between gum disease and heart problems, diabetes, and stroke. Please follow up on our recommendation to stay healthy. 
Root Canal Therapy Can Save a Tooth
A startling conclusion has been reached from recent medical research. Gum disease has been linked to heart and lung problems, diabetes, and stroke. Dentists are now considering periodontal disease a much more serious problem than simply losing your teeth. Another astounding statistic is that 80% of adult Americans are estimated to have some stage of gum disease! This is an epidemic proportion.
