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.

What Are The Benefits of Laser Dentistry? Find Out Here!

Laser dentistry is now more advanced than ever before! New laser technology is able to pick up on tooth decay at its earliest stage! Normally, dentists have to wait to see tooth decay on an x-ray when it is already at a late stage. The laser allows for early detection! 

What do you think about laser dentistry? Have you considered it? Watch the video below for more information on the benefits of laser dentistry! Also, for more information call All Brite Dental or visit on Facebook! 

All You Need To Know About Laser Dentistry!

Laser Dentistry uses a specialized laser to produce an intense, narrow beam of light energy that, when in contact with tissue,  causes an immediate reaction that can remove or shape tissue.


Lasers were first introduced to dentistry in 1990 as a safe and effective treatment that helps with various dental procedures as well as other ordinary dental instruments. 

Lasers are often used in many cases, for many different reasons. For example, lasers can:
-reduce the discomfort of canker and cold sores
-expose partially erupted wisdom teeth
-remove muscle attachments that limit proper movement
-manage gum tissue during impressions for crowns or other procedures
-remove overgrown tissues caused by certain medications
-perform biopsy procedures
-remove inflamed gum tissues and aid in the treatment of gum disease
-remove or reshape gum and bone tissues during crown lengthening procedures
-help treat infections in root canals
-speed up tooth whitening procedures

One reason why Laser Dentistry is becoming so popular is due to the benefits it provides. It often prevents the use of the drill or administer anesthesia, which results in a more relaxed dental experience for the patient, as well as providing a more precise result that leads to less symptoms and healing time with traditional therapies. Lasers  also reduces the amount of bacteria in both diseased gum tissue and in tooth cavities and controls bleeding during surgery.


Lasers are just as safe as other dental instruments. However when your dentist performs a laser procedure you will be asked to wear special eye glasses to protect your eyes from the rays, just as you would sunglasses.


Would you consider using Laser Dentistry? Tell us what you think on our Facebook Page. For more information about Laser Dentistry at All Brite Dental, click HERE.

Catch Up on Laser Dentistry- a New Technology to Alleviate Pain and Anxiety from the Average Drill or Scalpel

It has become more and more common for dentists to offer patients laser instead of the normal drill or scalpel in hopes to alleviate pain and anxiety.

Dentists use laser energy mixed with water molecules to remove the decay in a less invasive way. Lasers can remove small to medium-sized cavities and contour bone. As well as sterilize and enlarge root canals, remove canker sores and lesions, usually with no anesthetic, no drilling or cutting and little blood loss or swelling.

The new technology does come with a hefty price tag. Most lasers range from $40,000 to $50,000, which in response would boost the dentist’s fees and require additional costs. Since dental-insurance companies reimburse for surgery not technique so it may result in additional fees for the patient.

The laser is time efficient, enabling dentists to make more profit since they are able to perform more procedures. As the procedure has caught on it is becoming increasingly popular regardless to being the more expensive counterpart.

Patients are usually a fan of the laser. The elimination of the harsh needle and drilling makes getting a filling much more pleasant and enjoyable.

On the down side the laser is slower than the drill and won’t cut through metal, so the baby boomers would not be able to rely on the laser to get rid of their old mercury fillings.

Would you consider using laser? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE!

How Do You Maintain Your Dental Hygiene? It May Be Time For A Cleaning!

Have you had your teeth cleaned recently? Teeth cleanings are a preventative and cooperative effort by the patient, dentist and dental staff. The program is aimed to preserve the natural dentition and support structures by preventing onset, progress and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions. 

Preventing dental disease starts at home by maintaining oral hygiene and a balanced diet. At All Brite, our dental staff can continue that in the office by the efforts of our dentists and dental hygienists to promote,restore and maintain your oral health you’re working on at home! 

Another way to maintain your oral health is by receiving regular dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays. Also, sealants and fluoride treatments are great preventative treatments as well!

What steps do you take to maintain good oral health? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE!