The Oral-Cardiac Health Link
Karissa Barker
Until fairly recently, dentistry was treated as a completely separate (and to some, even unrelated) field from medicine. People would never dream of talking about their oral health with their general practitioner, or about their overall health with the dentist. Now we know better, and more and more research is proving the strong and important link between oral health and whole body health. It is becoming more commonplace to hear of the link between the two fields, but there is still much to educate patients about. One of the most studied and important links is between oral health and cardiac health.
If you have lost a tooth or multiple teeth, you already know that there are several options available to you. Dentures are a possibility, as are bridges. However, for many people, the ideal solution is a dental implant. While this is going to be a more involved process than something like a denture or a bridge, an implant will give you the opportunity to have a natural-looking replacement for the tooth that has been lost.
As a busy mom and dental hygienist, I understand the healthy snack battle we all have with our kids. As summer approaches and our kids are home, it can become an even bigger battle to keep them eating healthy snacks at appropriate times. This summer you can win the battle and keep your kiddos’ smiles healthy with some of this mommy hygienist’s go-to tips! Here are some ideas to make sure your child’s next Spokane Dental appointment is a cavity free one:
A visit to the dentist’s office can be beneficial to your oral health for a number of reasons. Some of the benefits of going to the dentist are things you are already familiar with, such as having your teeth cleaned, checking for cavities, etc. Checking in with your dentist on a consistent basis is the best way to keep your mouth on track for a healthy future. And, of course, if you live in the greater Spokane area, Spokane Dental is the perfect place to schedule your visits.
If you have a missing tooth, there are a couple of options that you’ll likely consider when having that tooth replaced. In this blog post, we are going to talk specifically about one of those options – dental bridges. As is often the case with a dental procedure, there are pros and cons associated with dental bridges that you will need to weigh before making a decision. The other main option in this situation – a dental implant – comes with its own list of pros and cons. In the end, the right decision is the one that best matches up with your needs and leads to the best possible outcome in both the short- and long-term.
Bad breath can be embarrassing and can get in the way of expressing your self. Many factors can cause bad breath. At Spokane Dental, we perform a thorough oral examination when you visit for your routine dental checkup. Our exam will help identify the cause of bad breath, and we can come up with a solution to prevent it. However, at home there certain things that you can do to prevent or cure your bad breath. To find the solution, we start by finding the source. Here are four reasons you may have bad breath and how to help:
There are certain things kids just love to do. Going to the playground, of course, is high on that list. So is watching their favorite show, eating ice cream, playing with a new toy, etc. Each child is unique in terms of his or her own likes and dislikes, but there are some things which are pretty much unanimous across the board.
Are you longing for a more beautiful, white smile? Fortunately, brightening your teeth is as easy as visiting our dentist at Spokane Dental for a whitening treatment. Whether you choose a professional in-office bleaching treatment or use whitening kits at home, you may wonder, “What can I do to maintain a white smile?”. After you spend your hard earned money on whitening treatments, the last thing you want is fast discoloration. Find out how to maintain your whitening results long term to keep the bright, white color you have always wanted.
We all have Saliva, but do you know how important it is for our health? Here are five saliva facts that you probably didn't know about.
