Healthy Choice of the Week: CUCUMBER!

Healthy Choice of the Week: CUCUMBER!

Treat toothaches and your gums with cucumber! Did you know periodontal disease can be effectively treated with cucumber juice? The consumption of raw cucumber can increase saliva and serves to neautralize the acid and base in the oral cavity.

Cucumbers also contain a photochemical that fights the bacteria that causes bad breath. Try taking a slice of cucumber and holding it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds - 1 minute. Remove or chew it up for a healthy snack!

Did You Know? April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month!

 

Every year, approximately 42,000 people in the United States alone, are diagnosed with oral cancer. It kills on person every hour of each day. Cancer is awful, but awareness can help you catch and prevent it early by getting screened.

Pre-cancer and early cases of cancer can be treated with high survival rates.

Risk factors for oral cancer include:

• Tobacco use
• Alcohol use
• Exposure to the human papilloma virus (the leading cause of oral cancer)

Early Indicators include:

• Red or white discolorations of the mouth
• A sore that doesn’t heal in 2 weeks
• Prolonged hoarseness

For more information about Oral Cancer, check out the full article HERE and visit The Oral Cancer Foundation. You can come in to either our Woodhaven or Dearborn office for a check up any time, please give us a call (313) 908-5110 or (734) 365-7720.

Tigers Baseball is Back!

With last season’s World Series ending in a 4-0 sweep by the Giants, Tiger’s fans were left with another case of “close but no cigar.” The 2013 season shows promise for the Tigers to complete this season  with a World Series championship, after getting so close last year and in 2011’s ALCS loss to the Rangers.

The signing of Torii Hunter brings a great addition to both the outfield and the batting order. Jim Leyland’s closer by committee approach is interesting, but if it works, it could bring the Tigers that much closer to the playoffs and World Series once again.

Catch the Tiger’s season opener this afternoon at 4:10 vs. the Minnesota Twins. It will be the beginnings of an interesting season. Comment and let us know your thoughts on the 2013 season!     

Here's a Cautionary Tale About How too Much of a Sweet Thing Can Cost you Your Teeth

25-year-old William Kennewell spent three years drinking between six and eight liters of soft drink each day!  Even though dentists warned William about the dangerous problems that can come along with his bad habit, he wasn't able to kick his addiction.

"I'm told a normal person has about 23 teeth, but...I only had 13 left adn they had to be removed," said William.  "Because my teeth were decaying so badly, it caused blood poisoning which just made me sick, buy my health improved with the dentures."

Since learning of his health issues, William had to have ALL his teeth removed!  His tooth decay was so serious that it was effecting his overall health, cause him to get severally sick.  Read the rest of the story here, http://goo.gl/3YXzC.

This is a great example on how too much of something sweet can cause young individuals to have major dental issues!  Don't let this happen to you!  Remember to come in for a full teeth cleaning every six months, brush 2-3 times a times, and floss regularly.  Give All Brite Dental a call today to schedule a cleaning!  Tell us what you think of this sad story on our Facebook page, Linked Here!

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!  It’s the perfect time to get the word out about the importance of proper dental care for young people.  A cause that started over 60 years ago, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to educate the world on the importance of oral health. 

For 2013 the ADA will be featuring the slogan “GET A GOLD MEDAL SMILE”, while offering many different resources to grab the attention of young people everywhere.  Please follow the link to check out the Fun Activity page from the ADA.  Include information on Tooth Anatomy, How to Flow, How to Brush, and the Gold Medal Cut-Out Sheet! http://goo.gl/x6UIY 

Call us today and schedule an appointment at All Brite Dental!  For more information and updates on National Children’s Dental Health Month, please LIKE our Facebook page or FOLLOW us on Twitter! 

The Importance Of Wearing A Mouthguard While Playing Sports!

 

With winter sports underway, we wanted to remind our patients about the importance of wearing a mouthguard while you’re on the court or the field!  Below is some information on the importance of mouthguards!

In an ADA Press release, Advisor Matthew Messina said, “A properly fitted mouthguard is an important piece of athletic gear that can help protect your mouth, cushion blows that might otherwise cause broken teeth and injuries to the lips, tongue, face or jaw.”

In a 2007 study, it was determined that overall risk was 1.6 to 1.9 times greater without a proper fitting mouthguard.  This is proof that mouthguards are an effective safety feature in reducing injuries in sports.  “But you don’t have to be on the football field or in a hockey rink to benefit from properly fitted mouthguard.  Findings in sports dentistry show that even in non-contact sports, such as gymnastics, mouthguards will help protect participants, and many experts recommend that everyone – from children to adults- wear a mouthguard during any recreational activity that might pose a risk of injury to the mouth, including practice and training sessions.”, said Messina.

There are three main types of mouthguards:

Custom-fitted.  These mouthguards are custom-fitted for you personally by your dentist.  They are the best option for protecting teeth.

Stock.  Often, these mouthguards are factory formed.  They generally don’t fit your teeth well, but are less expensive.

Boil and form.  These mouthguards can be found in most drug or sporting goods stores.  You boil them in water, and then bite into them to form the mouthguard to your mouth.

If you have any questions regarding mouthguards or custom mouthguards, don’t hesitate to give us a call at (313) 908-5110 or (734) 365-7720.  Remember, if you haven’t done so yet, LIKE our Facebook and FOLLOW our Twitter for more information and updates!

Creative Ways to Help Pull out Your Child’s Loose Tooth!

Any parent will tell you that pulling out your children’s loose tooth can be a physical and emotional struggle.  Losing your baby teeth is a rite of passage for all kids around the ages of 4-7.  Remember, the best part of losing your baby teeth is a visit from the tooth fairy!  Below is a list of fun and creative ways to help pull out your child’s loose tooth to make the experience memorable.

String Method – tie a string around the loose tooth, and give it a yank.  Other fun string trick options include tieing the other end of the string to a door knob, and shut the door.  Also, tie the other end to something with some weight and drop it from the second floor.

Food Method – Another great trick to get a stubborn loose tooth out is to eat items that are either sticky are hard.  This is great for a child who is frightened by the item of pulling a tooth out.  This method allows to tooth to come out naturally and without notice.

Wiggle Method – A great way to continue to loosen the tooth is to have your child rinse with warm water, and push the tooth in all direction with their tongue.  Eventually, the tooth should naturally pop out or become loose enough to easily pull out.

If your child is still anxious about pulling out a loose tooth, come visit All Brite Dental today!  We’ll make your youngster feel comfortable and ready to move on to big people teeth! 

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Teeth Grinding: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments from All Brite Dental!

 

One of the most common dental problems among people is grinding teeth.  This can be due to people who clench and grind their teeth, also known as bruxism.  Constant teeth grinding could lead to damaging teeth and eventually other dental issues.

The biggest contributor to teeth grinding is stress, which may causes people to clench their teeth.  You might not notice that you grind your teeth because in most cases teeth grinding occurs during sleep.  Another cause of teeth grinding can be from physical changes from an abnormal bite or missing teeth.

Teeth grinding will wear and tear down your teeth.  If you consistently grind your teeth, over time you will wear away tooth enamel.  Tooth enamel is important because it is the outer covering material that protects the tooth from eroding and decay.  Chronic teeth grinding can lead to joint and jaw damage, sensitive teeth and tooth decay.

At All Brite Dental we will work with you to help prevent future chronic teeth grinding.  Each patient is different, so we will perform a detailed overall teeth inspection and offer a specific plan.  Most methods include wearing a mouthpiece at night to prevent future grinding.  Other tips to help you eliminate teeth grinding are cutting back on caffeine, alcohol, and chewing on items such as pencils and pens.

Please, give us a call today to schedule an appointment with one of our amazing dentists!  For more information and updates please LIKE our Facebook page LINKED HERE!