People all over the U.S. speak several different languages. Being able to communicate with your dentist about your dental needs and concerns is very important, therefore you will want to make sure that if not the dentist directly then someone at the dental office is able to speak in a language that fully understand.  By doing so helps the dentist better address and explain any dental services recommended there by providing you with better dental health care.

As dentists in Glenview, Family Dental Center strives to improve their patients’ care through their ability to speak Spanish and Polish.  At Family Dental Center, Dr. Sean Cullinan is honored to have a team of talented specialists who speak English, Spanish and Polish. With the ability to speak English, Spanish and Polish, Family Dental Center takes great strides to accommodate every patient’s specific needs.

Many people are striving for the whitest brightest teeth possible.  With the variety and availability of dental whitening methods having white bright teeth is easy to achieve.  However before running out and getting that over the counter whiten kit or before heading to the mall to zoom whiten you teeth you should make a dental appointment for a basic dental cleaning first.

Having your teeth cleaned by the dentist will remove surface stains that need to be remove before whitening your teeth for optimum results.  Also this gives you a chance to talk to your dentist about teeth whitening products.  You may not know this but not everyone can their teeth whiten or they may need to have them whiten only by a dentist.

Talking to your dentist first will help you determine what is best for you.  Since any type of dental restorations like veneers, bridges, and crowns can not be whiten with Hydrogen or carbamide  peroxide. As well as teeth that have internal staining, discoloration from developmental conditions or by a root canal, may not be affected by the typical whitening process.

Age can cause tooth discoloration particularly yellowing and darkening of the teeth. Tooth discoloration may not be a dental health issue as much as it is a cosmetic one.

Part of the reason for tooth discoloration is a lifetime of exposure to foods and drinks that can stain the teeth. Another problem is that there may be changes to the inner tissue of the tooth that can lead to discoloration

Most people know that smoking is bad for your over all health and can cause a multitude of health related problems, however smoking is also a major contributor to many dental problems.   Here are some dental problems that are associated with smoking or using tobacco.

Gum disease, receding gums, stained and discolored teeth, tooth loss due to gums disease, bad breath, tartar build up which can lead to tooth decay, and oral cancer.  It hopefully goes without saying that one should quit smoking to avoid oral and dental problem associated with smoking as well as the multitude of health problems.  However, if you are a smoker not quitting they make sure to see your dentist at least twice a year and more if advise by your dentist.

With the help of Dr Stanley Markovitz, patients’ smiles are transformed, revealing straighter, healthier smiles. Dr. Markovitz treats a wide range of cases, and you can see that while filtering through is smile gallery. There are close up shots of just the teeth, before and after. But Dr. Markovitz also puts faces to the smiles with side-to-side portraits of his past patients.

Most people know to brush their teeth at least twice a day for good oral health care habits.  Flossing daily is also a at home dental health habit that most people know to do.  However do not forget your tongue.  While brushing your teeth you should gently go over you tongue.  This help get rid of bacteria that is on your tongue.  By brushing your tongue you also help control any bad breath odor.

Often times seniors have hypersensitivity of their teeth. A common factor of hypersensitivity of teeth, is wear and tear on the teeth. The outer protective coating (enamel) of the tooth gradually erodes exposing the inner dentine to the environment. This inner tissue is very sensitive. The erosion does not expose the entire tooth but creates small channels through which hot and cold beverages and even cold air can reach the inner tissue and cause pain . The role of acid reflux is another contributing to hypersensitivity as it erodes the enamel as well.

Dr L. Maxwell Ferguson, family dentist in Buckhead, provides quality dental care for Buckhead community.  Dr. Maxwell Ferguson offers a wide array of general, cosmetic, restorative and family dental treatments to the Atlanta community. Dr. Ferguson’s office is a comfortable and friendly place for families to get their entire dental needs taken care of. He is also dedicated to continuing education and looks forward to helping his patients maintain a healthy smile.

Although bad breath can effect anyone at any age, for teenagers it can be very difficult to deal with since they are at a time when they rely heavily on how others may perceive them.  Poor oral hygiene can be a primary cause to bad breath issues but it not the only factor.  Many teens do not have access to regular dental check ups and it is important that teens see a dentist at least twice a year.

Going beyond oral hygiene habits to address other reason to bad breath you want to look at the foods a teen may be eating. Strong and spicy food can cause bad breath as well as dairy products.   Other reasons for bad breath include gum Disease, cavities (tooth decay) as well as health issues such as acid reflux and upset stomach.  If you you rule out dental issues check with a doctor to see if the cause of your bad breath is a medical issue.

Seniors have a higher risk of dental decay due to dry mouth and receding gums. However apart from that other factors can be, inadequate cleaning of teeth and gums, infrequent dental care or debilitating diseases that limit personal care.

Acid reflux is also a common condition with age and may play a role in tooth decay as the highly corrosive stomach acid eats the outer tooth enamel that is the main protective barrier of teeth.  Seniors may have to see their dentist more then just twice a year in order to maintain their dental and oral health care

It is very important to have regular oral health check up by your dentist for people that have HIV. This is because, compromised immune systems will generally have the first symptoms show up in their mouth.  It a study done by Kevin C Heslin of UCLA in 2001, it was reported that 90% of people living with HIV have at least one dental manifestation of the disease.

The study also stated that any HIV Health care entity that does not provide dental care as a part of their program is not meeting the needs of their patients. So the importance of good dental care in the management of HIV is very clear.

One of the best and cheapest ways to maintain good oral health is by taking preventative measures at home.  It is important to maintain a strict oral hygiene regiment. By brushing and flossing regularly you will remove plaque bacteria and stimulate your gums, thereby resulting in clean and healthy teeth ad gums.

Yet just as important is making sure you visit your dentist as least twice a year (or as often as advised by your dentist) for your dental exams and cleaning. That way your dentist can catch any early warning signs of dental issues such as tooth decay, gum disease and oral cancer.