People at a greater risk for oral diseases should have dental check ups more than twice a year, which means about every 3-4 months. Tobacco and alcohol use, diabetes, pregnancy, periodontal and gum disease, poor oral hygiene and certain medical conditions are some of the many factors that your dentist takes into consideration when deciding how often you need your dental cleaning and check up. More and more patients that are taking multiple medications for their general health such as Osteoporosis medications, Statins for high cholesterol, multiple meds for high blood pressure etc. We have had many patients on these drugs for years and all of a sudden they develop a dry mouth. This condition can cause serious damage to your mouth. We've had 4 patients on medications that skipped their regular cleaning and the next time we saw them they had 10-20 cavities caused from the dry mouth. If you notice a dry mouth please contact your physician and us immediately to s
Whitening toothpaste is generally considered safe for daily use, but excessive use might damage tooth enamel. If you're considering using a whitening toothpaste look for a brand that has a seal of approval such as the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance. This indicates that the toothpaste is effective at removing surface stains and reducing tooth decay. If you're not satisfied with the effect talk to your dentist about more effective tooth whitening options such as Zoom.
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