As you stand over your sink and ponder the frayed bristles of your number one toothbrush, you may speculate whether you should replace it. Hopefully, we are all brushing our teeth on a daily basis. And we hope parents are helping their children brush daily. Like a good pair of jeans, it seems the more…
Oral health
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Our teeth work hard and are continuously under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Sadly, enamel erosion is extremely common, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some…
What is a Sleep Study?
If you’ve done any research on sleep apnea, you may know that it must be diagnosed by a medical doctor. What type of doctor diagnoses sleep apnea? As it turns out, there are quite a few specialties. This is from the American Sleep Apnea Association: Sleep specialists come from a variety of medical backgrounds. They…
5 Compelling Reasons To Consider Dental Sealants For Your Child
Do you have a young child? Why are dental sealants important for kids’ oral health? 1. Children without sealants have almost three times more tooth decay than children with sealants. (Centers For Disease Control) 2. Sealants may be covered by your Georgia dental insurance plan. For moms and dads without dental insurance, sealants are worth…
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than those of our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us generate the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose…
Why Visit The Dentist?
In today’s post, we share a personal story from a patient: For many years, I didn’t have ‘go to the dentist’ at the top of my to-do list. But all that has changed. I now consider visits an integral part of my personal health plan. Here’s why… Teeth won’t stay healthy without consistent dental visits.…
Why You Should Take Snoring Seriously
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping…
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
Hi, I’m Doctor Russell Anderson of Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received more intense dental care were…
You Won’t Be Out Cold (Unless You Want To Be!)
Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you see a dental practice? Many individuals who have improved their smiles with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration procedures chose to use sedation. Though the terms ‘sleep dentistry’ and ‘oral conscious sedation’ are commonly…
Brush Up On Proper Brushing For Kids
Many men and women, including children, brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gums receding or pulling away from teeth. It’s important to start children out right. We need to teach them how to clean their teeth without harming their gums. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in…
