San Diego Smiles in El Cajon CA 92020 is pleased to offer the following dental services: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, orthodontics and sedation dentistry.
The mouth, or oral cavity, is made up of numerous components that work together so that you can breathe, speak, eat and digest food. When you understand these parts of the mouth and how they affect your general health, the significance of oral care takes on a whole new meaning. Here's what these things do for you. Lips and Cheeks Your lips and cheeks are made up of muscles that not only give you the ability to pucker up for a kiss, but also help shape your facial expressions - both happy and sad. Lips let air into your mouth for breathing and, together with cheeks, help you speak. They also keep food and saliva in your mouth while chewing. Ultimately, these strong muscles guide and keep your teeth in their proper positions. To read the entire article by Donna Pleis, please visit Colgate.com
Dentists and Their Care Are Part of Maintaining Your Children's Good Health
It is important to be aware how susceptible children's teeth are to cavities. There are reasons for this easy development of cavities.
Children often eat throughout the day, referred to as grazing. Every time food is chewed, acids are produced in the mouth. Continual exposure to acids from frequent eating adds to the possibility of more cavities developing.
Kids do not always brush properly or thoroughly. If teeth are not cleaned properly on a daily basis, bacteria and acids build up, leading to the start of cavities. Depending on the type of foods frequently consumed and the quality of daily hygiene, more cavities will develop at a rapid rate.
We advise parents to oversee that children develop proper brushing and flossing and that they do so each and every day. We recommend better, more nutritious food choices, and one application of a dental sealant to mineralize the teeth and reduce the chances of decay setting in. San Diego Smiles Kurt Christensen, DDS - Steven Krause, DDS, MAGD 337 West Madison Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 Phone: (619) 442-8841 Website: www.SDSmileStudio.com
Think back to the days when your tongue served two main functions: licking soft-serve ice cream cones and taunting a sibling when you stuck it out in his direction. But the tongue actually goes beyond melting desserts and young attitude. Here are ten human tongue facts, including some of its functions. The Average Tongue Is Four Inches Long The tongue consists of two parts: anterior and posterior. The anterior tongue is mostly visible and about two thirds of the tongue's total length. The posterior tongue sits near the back of the throat and measures the other one third in length. To read the entire article by Steve Auger, please visit Colgate.com
Gum Disease Can Contribute to More Serious Problems than Tooth Loss
Medical research has arrived at the conclusion that gum disease plays a role in serious conditions such as heart and lung problems, diabetes, and stroke. As these conditions are potentially fatal, dentists now consider periodontal disease a bigger problem than losing your teeth. Even more astounding is the projection from the American Dental Association that 80% of Americans have infected gums. The bacteria in the gums enter the bloodstream and travel to other parts of the body, affecting vital organs as well.
The American Academy of Periodontology notes: "Studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases." San Diego Smiles Kurt Christensen, DDS - Steven Krause, DDS, MAGD 337 West Madison Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 Phone: (619) 442-8841 Website: www.SDSmileStudio.com
We can show you what your new smile will look like before any treatment begins. With digital imaging, we can alter your smile on a computer screen to portray the enhancements that are needed. It lets you feel confident about moving forward in remaking your smile to a pleasing one. San Diego Smiles Kurt Christensen, DDS - Steven Krause, DDS, MAGD 337 West Madison Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 Phone: (619) 442-8841 Website: www.SDSmileStudio.com
The habit: “Tooth enamel is a crystal. Ice is a crystal. When you push two crystals against each other, one will break,” Dr. Messina says. “Most of the time it’s the ice, but sometimes the tooth or a filling will break.” The solution: Drink chilled beverages without ice, or use a straw so you're not tempted. “The risk of chewing ice is greater than any pleasure that comes from chewing it,” he says. “Besides, ice is really cold!” To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
The mouth, or oral cavity, is made up of numerous components that work together so that you can breathe, speak, eat and digest food. When you understand these parts of the mouth and how they affect your general health, the significance of oral care takes on a whole new meaning. Here's what these things do for you.
