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Patient Resources

Caries

Once your child has cavities, they are considered at high-caries risk. If you have not already, please see your dentist to get the cavity looked at. The dentist may offer a variety of options that they will walk you through. Filling, Silver Diamine Fluoride, or Extraction may be provided. Once the cavity has been taken care of at-home oral hygiene is important to review.

Smoking

Smoking is associated with many oral and systemic diseases such as dry mouth (xerostomia), lung cancer, and acute myeloid leukemia. While not a direct carcinogen, nicotine does act as a tumor promoter. For more information click below.

Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)

Dry mouth (also called xerostomia) is when the oral cavity does not produce enough saliva. This can increase the risk of oral diseases, cavities, and tooth sensitivity. Dry mouth can be caused by medicine, chemotherapy, and autoimmune disease among other things.

 Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea occurs when your breathing is interrupted while sleeping. There are two types obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. It can cause several problems such as high blood pressure, stroke, depression, and heart disorders.

Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)

Occurs when grinding or clenching your teeth together. This often occurs while sleeping and can be caused by stress, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Symptoms include a dull headache, sore jaw, and fractured teeth.

Diabetes

There are two types of diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) which can manifest orally as dry mouth, impaired/delayed wound healing, and periodontitis.

Gum Disease (Periodontal disease)

Caused by plaque that forms a sticky film over your teeth. Some warning signs are easily bleeding gums, swollen/tender gums, and bad breath. Factors influencing periodontal disease are poor oral hygiene, tobacco use, diabetes, pregnancy, and certain medications.

Dental Anxiety

The dental office can be a scary place. Click below to learn more about what you can do to relieve that anxiety.