All-on-4 Dental Implants Orlando Also known as New Teeth in a Day™

Are you missing all of your teeth, or have old dentures that don’t fit well? If you answered yes, then All-on-4 Dental implants  (Also known as New Teeth in a Day) can provide you with new teeth in day by using revolutionary advancements in the field of implant therapy. This advanced treatment method allows you to have a slimmer, better fitting, permanent bridge in just one treatment appointment.

Perhaps you’ve been told before that traditional dental implants were not an option for you. All-on-4 Dental Implants are different, and are available for many patients to consider as a treatment option when they want new teeth in a day. Because All-on-4 implants don’t require as much bone for placement, more people are candidates for this type of treatment than other conventional methods.

What makes All-on-4 Dental Implants unique is that it is a permanently supported bridge that stays securely in place at all times. 4 titanium implant roots are placed into the areas where your natural teeth once were. Then, a very slim bridge that covers only the bony ridge of your jaw is placed directly onto the implants, and securely fitted in, providing you with a completely new smile in just a single visit to the office. Because the implants are made of hospital grade titanium, they encourage natural bone formation and support, protecting the investment you’ve made in a new smile. These easy-to-care-for bridges will give you the confidence and oral health that you’ve missed!

Patients with this type of bridge are able to speak, eat and smile better, because unlike dentures, bridges don’t cover the roof of your mouth or accidentally slip out of place. You can throw out your old pastes and adhesives, and experience brand new teeth in a day that are designed to give you the smile you’ve always dreamed of having.

Implant Overdentures &Implant Dentures

A Great Alternative to Traditional Dentures
What is an Implant Overdenture?
An implant overdenture fits over your own remaining natural teeth roots or dental implants that have been installed by Dr. Dorfman . The implant provides you with excellent stability and support for your denture implants.
How are implant overdentures or denture implants different from regular dentures?
Unlike traditional dentures, implant-supported overdentures or implant dentures are held in place by dental attachments which provide the retentive strength that you desire. An attachment retained implant overdenture will provide maximum retention, increase in function, and added health benefits. Implant overdenture attachments are composed of two working components; an implant abutment that is threaded into your implant, and the denture cap which is retained in the underside of your denture.
The most important consideration in your decision to choose an implant overdenture or implant denture is the limited retention and stability of a traditional denture which relies on suction alone. Over time, retention only worsens due to continual bone loss (atrophy) of your dental arches from the lack of teeth. When a tooth loses bone support through the years, its root can be saved and used to anchor an implant overdenture. The significant concerns regarding function, retention, stability, mastication (chewing), and speaking can be overcome by maintaining the level of bone present in the upper jaw (maxilla) and lower jaw (mandible). These issues can be successfully accomplished by having dental implants placed.
What are the benefits of implant overdentures or implant dentures?
1. Having dental implants placed will preserve bone and will dramatically reduce bone resorption and deterioration that results in loss of jawbone height.
2. Implant overdentures will control facial contour changes that lead to premature wrinkles and aging.
3. Implant overdentures will allow you to chew your food better and speak more clearly. Studies have proven that overdentures contribute to improved chewing efficiency and phonetics.
4. Loose dentures that cause embarrassment will be eliminated. Messy denture creams and adhesives are no longer needed with denture implants.

Dental floss not for you?

With an estimated 80% of the US population showing signs of gingival inflammation – and with adults and children still suffering from caries and periodontal disease[1] – the importance of interproximal cleaning and the need for preventive dentistry through the education of patients has never been so important.

It is known that general health factors have knock on effects on one's oral health. For example, smoking affects the entire mouth increasing the danger of gum disease, as does having a poor diet. However, greater attention is now being given to the oral factors that lead to severe problems in the rest of the body.

This connection between oral health and general health is now so strong that, although dentistry and general medicine are usually considered separate professions, those in the field are now adopting the view that oral and general health should be seen as interchangeable.

General health problems that result from oral issues often originate with the build up of plaque. Although this is a natural process, with a small amount being harmless, it the process by which plaque is formed that is the cause for concern as it releases toxins into the mouth, which leads to the inflammation and bleeding referred to as gingivitis.

If it remains untreated, this can result in halitosis and can also lead to periodontitis.

The severity of periodontitis can sometimes be underestimated, although it is a serious condition, resulting in tooth loss through the weakening of the surrounding bone.

It also eats away at the gum barrier allowing oral bacteria to enter the bloodstream; the following reaction can cause or exacerbate lethal conditions, such as cardiac disease and strokes.

With the resulting effects being so fatal, it is no wonder that medical and dental professionals are trying to prevent the advancement of chronic illnesses as a result of oral problems, such as periodontitis, through encouraging their patients to maintain good oral health through interproximal cleaning.

Nevertheless, patient compliance is not always forthcoming. The interdental spaces can be the most difficult to keep clean, and subsequently, they are the most vulnerable to the build up of food particles and bacteria.

The most common method of removing plaque from these areas is with the use of dental floss. However, this technique has not been very popular, indeed the British Dental Health Foundation has shown that only a miniscule percentage of the British public regularly use it in their daily routine. Patients therefore need to be made aware of other viable and potentially more acceptable alternatives.

The most convenient and popular approach is the use of interdental brushes. These have the ability to get in between each tooth, in a similar way to dental floss, yet are better suited to the hectic lifestyles that many people lead as they save time and are uncomplicated in their operation.

These efficient brushes can be used alone or with toothpaste and either way, they are of great benefit to the general and oral health of the patient.

On the other hand, there have been recent studies undertaken in Sweden [2] that have focused on the advantages of using specially formulated interproximal gels.

This experiment sought to find out the effects of using an interproximal gel, containing chlorhexidine-fluoride, in conjunction with an interdental brush through comparing its prolonged use with that of a control.

The results found that those who used the gel had a lower Streptococcus mutans count and bacteria count in their plaque and saliva. Furthermore, those who used the gel had significantly reduced gingival fluid flow and bleeding of the gums.

These results have occurred due to the dual-action formula of fluoride and chlorhexidine, which reduces inflammation and strengthens tooth surfaces.

Chlorhexidine is an anti-bacterial chemical that forms the active ingredient within the gel, thereby allowing the fluoride to work with greater efficiency.

It is obvious therefore, that it is worth not only encouraging your patients to use interdental brushes, but to use them alongside an interproximal gel so that the combined process can combat bacteria in those areas hardest to access.

In addition, patients should be advised to protect their tooth enamel from demineralisation by using a non-abrasive, alcohol-free formula alongside chlorhexidine-fluoride.

Professionals trying to persuade their patients to embark on a rigorous oral-healthcare routine should not only recommend brushing, but also stress the importance of interdental cleaning with interproximal gels, such as Tandex gel.

These gels are an essential weapon in the protection of the patient's oral health and are the most viable solutions in the struggle to find successful methods of dental hygiene.

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Why do I need a crown when I?m only replacing a filling?

Once you get a cavity you will be “maintaining” that tooth for life. Similar to a car getting bald tires, over time, fillings break down and need to be replaced. Fillings need to be replaced for a number of reasons. These reasons could include things such as cavities, broken teeth, open margins, or cracks in the tooth.

Once a tooth gets a filling, that tooth can get another cavity. Some people think they can’t get another cavity in a tooth once it’s been filled. Unfortunately, this is not true. It’s important to keep your teeth clean and visit your dentist regularly so you can catch cavities early, before they cause you pain. Pain in a tooth is bad; it means the nerve is inflamed and you may need a root canal.

When you see your dentist, they will check your teeth for cavities and also breakdown and wear of your fillings. Your fillings should seal your tooth 360 degree’s around the entire filling. If you get a gap between your tooth and filling, or an open margin, then bacteria can hide inside that gap and can form a cavity. If your dentist sees fillings that are breaking down, they will recommend replacing them so you can reseal the area and avoid from getting another cavity.

Your teeth are under constant pressure from the bite forces in your mouth. Some people’s bite forces are so strong that they can, over time, break their teeth. If your tooth is broken into the second layer of your tooth, or the dentin layer, you must restore the tooth to avoid from nerve exposure or getting a cavity.

Amalgam, or silver fillings, are constantly expanding. This expansion of the material pushes on the tooth and can cause cracks or splitting of the teeth. Like a crack in a car windshield, these cracks will continue to grow and can result in a tooth needing a root canal or extraction. To avoid this, you would need to have your filling replaced.

So why would replacing a filling require a crown? Your tooth is designed with area’s that are built to crush and grind your food. They withstand a lot of pressure and force with day to day wear. If this area of the tooth is compromised for any reason, then placing a filling would not be a wise decision. This is because the forces will break down the filling very fast and it would not be worth doing a filling. Your teeth need a certain amount of tooth structure to hold the filling and to stand up to the pressures your mouth exhibits onto the teeth. A crown will cover your tooth and protect it all the way around from such pressures so you have a long lasting, esthetic, comfortable restoration.

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Why do my white fillings hurt?

Post operative sensitivity is very common after getting white fillings placed, but why? A lot has to do with the chemistry and physics of the filling material itself. Composite resins, or white fillings, are made of a plastic material that will expand and contract with temperature changes. This expansion and contraction is felt within the tooth and results in sensitivity. Most commonly, the sensitivity is within the first couple of weeks after getting a white filling replaced. After a couple of weeks, the tooth will get used to this movement and the sensitivity will go away. There are occasions when a white filling is too large for a tooth and the filling will need to be replaced with a crown.

White fillings are the material of choice for most dentists. This is because white fillings are chemically bonded to the tooth structure, enabling the dentist to do a more conservative preparation of the tooth structure. White fillings are also advantageous because they are esthetic. Dentist’s can place a filling that will be the same shade as your tooth so you can smile with confidence and no one will know that you have a filling.

Amalgam, or silver fillings, are the old standard fillings. They are not as commonly used because of the poor esthetic quality, the mercury controversy surrounding the material, and the cracking of the teeth that results after years of wear. Amalgam fillings are held into the tooth by mechanical preparation. The dentist prepares the tooth so that the filling is held into the tooth with the walls of the preparation. Because of this mechanical preparation, the tooth preparation is not as conservative as a white filling. Amalgam fillings are strong materials and can be used for larger fillings that composite resin materials aren’t designed to withstand. Where are white fillings are expanding and contracting, amalgams are constantly expanding. This expansion will push on the walls of the filling preparation and will result in cracks and splitting of the teeth. Like a crack in a windshield, the crack will continue to grow. You want to have your silver fillings replaced when the cracking begins because the cracks could go into the nerve, resulting in a root canal, or could split the tooth below the bone level which results in needing to have the tooth extracted.

White fillings are the new generation material in dentistry replacing the old amalgam fillings. It is a trustworthy, esthetic, and consistent material of choice for most dentists. Once you understand what the filling composition is doing inside your tooth, it’s easier to understand why you can have sensitivity with the material but also see the advantages of such material.

Dr. Ryanne Hazen Gilliland is owner of Smile Expressions Family Dentistry and a dentist in Mt. Dora and a dentist in leesburg fl.

DENTAL CARE & DIABETES

The importance of taking care of your teeth while you are diabetic.

Making regular dental appointments if you have diabetes is very important, as your chances of having dental problems increase prevalence of dental problems, including periodontitis.

Periodontitis is bacterial destruction of the bone and tissue supporting the teeth, abscesses, gingivitis (inflamed gums), dry mouth and soft tissue lesions.

The cause of periodontitis is associated with oxidative stress(build up of toxins in your blood
caused by high glucose levels). These toxins damage blood vessels, collagen, and other
tissues and thus compromise the health of the gum and teeth.

Oxidative stress also increases the risk of infection and impairs the healing of sensitive gum tissue.

Long term blood sugar elevation weakens your immune system and makes you more usceptible to infection.

Studies also show that poor dental health itself has a negative impact on the ability to control blood glucose levels. In addition, poor oral and dental health is associated with increased risk of other diabetic complications.

To help prevent periodontal disease you need TO KEEP YOUR BLOOD SUGARS IN CHECK and make regular visits to your dentist (two times or more per year). This will ensure proper plaque control and scaling.

The take home message is simple: you can prevent complications associated with diabetes and greatly reduce there impact.

regular use of tooth brush and paste with gental pressure and tradiational tooth powers are effective.

Health is yours, what you do today will impact your future.



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Women Don't Get Proper Dental Care During Pregnancy

Women may not receive dental care before or during pregnancy, and many factors are at play, says a Florida study.

The study included 253 African American women between the ages of 18 and 35. They were surveyed within one month of giving birth.

Researchers asked about dental visits before and during pregnancy. They also asked about any guidance the women received on dental care during their prenatal visits.

Most women did not visit a dentist while pregnant. There were several reasons:

Lack of insurance
Difficulty finding a dentist
Low priority on dental care
Misconceptions about whether dental care during pregnancy was safe

Few women remembered receiving advice on dental care during prenatal visits.

Poor oral health particularly periodontal (gum) disease has been linked with pregnancy problems. In addition, mothers who have poor oral hygiene and a personal history of multiple teeth with cavities can pass decay-causing bacteria on to their young children. This increases the children's risk that their children will experience tooth decay.

Routine dental care is generally regarded as safe during pregnancy. Pregnant women who need urgent care also should visit a dentist. Examples of urgent care include treatment for a tooth infection or toothache.

A long-term German study found lower rates of tooth decay in the children of women who had preventive dental care while pregnant. These lower rates lasted into the children's teen years.

The Florida authors suggest more attention be paid to educating women about oral health and dental care during pregnancy. They said barriers to dental care for pregnant women also need to be addressed.

The Florida study is in the December issue of the journal Birth.

By Nancy Volkers
InteliHealth News

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