Gum Disease Linked to Clots
The incidence of heart attacks may be twice as high in patients with gum disease. Why? Because the gums bleed when brushed if the disease is not treated.
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Archive for July, 2006
Tooth-Colored Restorations – A Better Way
Do you have unnaturally colored, metallic fillings? Are you self-conscious when you smile or laugh? Have you experienced embarrassment as a result? Imagine being able to finally laugh out loud, or smile as wide as you would like, without anyone seeing your fillings.
Extreme Makeover Using Instant Orthodontics
Are you unhappy with your bite or the way your teeth look and feel, but can’t face the idea of orthodontic braces? Instant orthodontics may be the solution to your dental problem.
Why Should I Replace My Missing Teeth?
By age seventeen, more than seven percent of Americans are missing at least one permanent tooth, according to studies done by the U.S. Surgeon General. For the sake of oral health, when you lose a tooth it is generally a good idea to have it replaced.
Are Smiles Really that Important?
As cosmetic dentists we are constantly finding new techniques to make more predictable the science and art of making beautiful smiles. We have come a long way as a result of better porcelains and more translucent and resistant composites and bonds.
Have You Had Your Smile Designed?
Do you think you would have more friends because your smile made a fantastic first impression? Would you be more willing to be outgoing and fun-loving if others kept telling you, ‘Gee, you sure have a beautiful smile!’
Dental Implants
Imagine a tooth replacement that looks and feels much like your own natural tooth. Because dental implants can offer this and other benefits, they may be the best way to replace your missing teeth.
Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)
Does your mouth feel dry at mealtime? Do you have trouble eating dry foods? Is swallowing difficult? Do you need to moisten your mouth often or sip liquids often? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be one of the many people who suffer from xerostomia, also known as dry mouth.
Nine Steps to Conquering Dental Anxiety
Many suffer from anxiety over their health and are anxious about dental care. Quite a few of these people ignore the warning signs and fail to seek care because they would rather not treat the problem.
Confronting Gum Disease
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, gum disease is the most prevalent disease in the world today. Many researchers suspect that gum disease may also be directly linked to heart disease and strokes.
The Laser: A New Approach to Gum Disease and Cold Sores
When gum disease is diagnosed many patients respond in horror, especially when considering the possibility of a surgical procedure. But there is good news at hand for those who know they have a gum problem.
Recent Advances in Laser Refractive Surgery
With the advent of custom, wavefront-guided surgery; it has become even more important to minimize distortions in the cornea to optimize the quality of vision. As a result, some leading ophthalmologists are no longer making corneal flaps to perform refractive surgery.
New Refractive and Corneal Surgeries of the 21st Century
The field of Ophthalmology has grown by leaps and bounds in the last ten years. New technologies and new techniques are allowing physicians to not only restore vision in damaged eyes, but also to improve the way we see with healthy eyes.
LASIK Success Depends on the Surgeon
In the beginning, many patients assumed that with the evolution of refractive surgery and improving technology, a good outcome with LASIK surgery would become less dependent on the surgeon, yet the opposite is true.
What is LASEK?
LASEK is a hybrid of FDA approved PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) and LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis). In this procedure, the surface of the cornea is peeled back, the laser is applied, and the surface layer is then replaced into position.
The Importance of Pupil Measurement
As you may or may not know, people with very large pupils are generally bad candidates for LASIK and other refractive procedures. As a result, accurate measurement of a patient’s pupils (pupillometry) as a part of the evaluation for refractive surgery is essential.
Seeing through Common LASIK Fallacies
Flip through a newspaper, turn on the radio, or watch some television and chances are you will encounter an advertisement for LASIK Laser Vision Correction. Flashy pictures, marquee prices, and catchy slogans are common, but finding the best place to have your LASIK usually requires a little more research.
New Treatment Offers Promise for Keratoconus Patients
One in 1,800 people are diagnosed with an eye condition called keratoconus—a progressive thinning of the outer layer of the eye called the cornea. For most keratoconus patients, rigid contact lenses are the only option to manage thinning and to help correct vision affected by the irregular shape of the cornea.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Although many ads seem to suggest that LASIK is the perfect solution for anyone’s vision needs, it is surgery and some people are not well suited for the procedure. The keys to a successful result are forethought and patient selection.
Beyond LASIK: The Future of Refractive Surgery
Is LASIK something that you should have done now or should you wait for future technology? This is a question that almost every potential LASIK candidate asks him- or herself prior to having Laser Vision Correction.
Night Vision and LASIK
It is somewhat ironic that the greatest advancements toward eliminating the problem of night glare after LASIK have occurred at the same time that the media and the general public have become most aware of the problem.
Big Eyes, Small Eyes: It Makes a Difference in Laser Eye Surgery
When considering laser eye surgery, look in the mirror and look at the eyes of people around you. What you’ll discover is difference—unique shapes, sizes, folds and lids.
LASEK (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis)
If you are investigating the possibility of refractive surgery for yourself, one of the most important things you should do is undergo a very careful and comprehensive eye exam with the doctor you are considering for your procedure.
LASIK and Laser Vision Correction
LASIK became popular during the 1990’s due to the enhanced safety of microkeratomes. Advances in technology allowed for safer designs of these instruments, which helped minimize the chances for complications.
LASIK Over 40
If you are over 40 or fast approaching, there are things to consider when contemplating LASIK. As you add birthdays, there are changes in the eyes that cause the eyes to decline in ability to focus from far to near. This progressive inability to focus is called presbyopia.
"Wrinkles" After LASIK—How Can They Be Treated?
As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur. One of the most common LASIK complications associated with LASIK are wrinkles, or flap striae. Wrinkles occur when folds form on the corneal flap that is created during LASIK.
Are You a Good Candidate for LASIK?
You’ve done your research. LASIK is the answer to your dreams. But are you sure you’re a candidate? While most people fit the characteristics of a ‘good LASIK candidate,’ others simply do not fit the bill. So how do you know if you are one of them?