Orange Place Family Dentistry Blog
Periodontal (Gum) Disease: Common Symptoms
October 23, 2017
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a serious gum infection which damages the soft tissue and ruins the bone that supports your teeth. This disease can cause some serious health issues if not properly treated. Tooth loss, increased risk of heart attack and stroke are possible health issues that can occur.
(more…)Oral Health | Strategies To Prevent Tooth Decay
October 9, 2017
Are cavities and tooth decay something that scares you? No one wants to hear they have cavities, but some people want to do more than just the normal dental hygiene routine of brushing, flossing, and seeing the dentist.
To help keep your teeth as healthy as possible, Dr. Faist has made some suggestions about the kinds of foods you should eat and some you should avoid.
(more…)Gum Disease | Are Your Gums Embarrassing You?
September 25, 2017
Your oral hygiene and health go hand in hand with being an overall healthy person. Unfortunately, what most people fail to realize is that oral hygiene is much more than just keeping your teeth clean. While brushing your teeth is important, it is also important to floss and brush your gums and tongue. If you are not doing all of the aforementioned, you are giving germs and bacteria an opportunity to wreak havoc in your mouth.
(more…)Oral Health: Do Sports Drinks Cause Cavities?
September 13, 2017
Sports drinks are one of the worst things your child (or you) can consume for their oral health (or yours). Recently, it was found that just under 90% of pre-teens and young teens (12-14 years of age) consume sports drinks. Of this group, just under 70% of them admitted to drinking sports drinks anywhere from once per week to once per day. Unfortunately, the more of these drinks they consume, the greater risk their oral health is at.
(more…)Orthodontic Care | Keeping Your Teeth Clean Even With Braces
August 28, 2017
Dr. Faist wants everyone to have a perfect smile. For your mouth to be truly happy, it should be sparkling and also healthy. However, those of you who are undergoing orthodontic care may find it difficult to keep your teeth clean and healthy. Unfortunately, germs, bacteria, as well as food particles, now have more places to hide in your teeth.
(more…)Take Care of Your Tooth Enamel
August 14, 2017
People commonly think the hardest component of their body is the femur, or maybe your skull. However, the hardest component may surprise you…
It is actually your tooth enamel.
(more…)Cosmetic Dentistry: What Is a Porcelain Veneer?
August 2, 2017
Cosmetic dentistry is the fastest growing area of dentistry right now. The reason for this is that it is easier now than ever to change the shape, size, and color of your teeth to have a perfect smile. One product, veneers, offers patients an incredibly easy way to improve the aesthetics of their smile in all aspects.
(more…)Oral Hygiene | How Can I Eliminate Bad Breath (Halitosis)?
July 17, 2017
Millions and millions of people in the United States have bad breath (also known as halitosis). In fact, it is reported that nearly 80 million people in the US have bad breath. So, if you are also suffering from bad breath, you are not alone!
(more…)What Effect Does Your Oral Health Have On The Rest Of You?
July 5, 2017
What is the most used entry way into your body?
Your mouth, right? After all, you breathe through it, eat and drink with it, chew on pens and pencils when you’re nervous, and probably use your teeth as tools every once in a while. All of the aforementioned make your mouth a great area for germs and bacteria to enter your body and cause problems in your mouth and eventually beyond…unless, that is, you take exceptional care of your oral hygiene!
(more…)Sleep Therapy | Treatment Options For Sleep Apnea
June 20, 2017
Did you read our last blog post? If not, you can read it here. In it, Dr. Faist talked about the two types of sleep apnea: OSA and CSA. If you snore, wake up not feeling rested, or have excessive daytime sleepiness, you may have one of these kinds of sleep apnea. If you do have OSA or CSA, you should seek treatment ASAP. Unfortunately, sleep apnea has been linked to many more serious diseases if left untreated.
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