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Enjoying the Summertime
June 20, 2011General
Have a wonderful summer Sun Safety For All Before you head for the beach, the park or even the back-yard, take a few minutes to learn about sun safety. You can protect your family and still have fun under the sun. This advice applies to everyone regardless of age or ethnicity. Avoid needless exposure to the sun. Protect your eyes by wearing UV blocking sunglasses. Select shaded areas for outdoor activities. Clothing such as a broad brimmed hat, long-sleeved shirt, and long pants can protect your skin. Tuck a handkerchief under the back of your hat to help prevent sunburn…
Brushing Techniques
June 13, 2011Dental Tips
Brushing your teeth properly at least twice a day helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Here are tips to proper brushing: • Brush your teeth for two to three minutes• Avoid hard scrubbing• Hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle and gently brush in short strokes from where the tooth and gum meet to the top of the tooth• Brush all outside and inside surfaces• Clean the pits and crevices on the chewing surface of your teeth with short sweeping strokes• Brush your tongue to remove bacteria and freshen your breath• Talk to your dentist about proper brushing techniques
Great Results for Nervous Patients
November 29, 2010Advice
Oral conscious sedation is a safe, easy and comfortable solution for anxious dental patients. We have many patients benefiting from this method of relaxation for dental treatment. We also have many who have found nitros oxide (laughing gas) the solution for their comfort. Recently, one of our patients was unable to arrange a ride home after her oral sedation and decided to have her treatment done with nitros oxide and local anesthetic. After the appointment the patient was so thankful to Dr. Monemdjou for her gentleness and commented " That's it, that was easy". This patient has since had treatment with only local…
Notes on Effective Brushing and Flossing
November 22, 2010Dental Tips
Adults The health of your gums, teeth and mouth are very important to your overall health. There is definitive research which shows the connection between poor oral health and systemic disease such as diabetes in people of all ages and respiratory diseases particularly among elderly people. New research is now pointing to possible connections between oral health and other systemic conditions such as heart disease and premature, low birth weight babies. Although researchers are still learning about the links between oral health and general health, oral disease itself can cause pain, tooth loss and bad breath. How should I brush…
Oral Health for Seniors
July 26, 2010Dental Tips
Seniors Today, seniors can expect to keep most if not all their own teeth. This makes it especially important to maintain regular oral hygiene habits and visits to a dental professional. As one ages, you can expect to make a few small changes in the way you clean your teeth and mouth. Do I need to care for my dentures (or false teeth)? Yes, you should treat your false teeth in the same manner that you care for your natural teeth. They should be cleaned each night and put in water. If there are any changes in the way your…