How Are You Proctecting Your Oral and Overall Health?

Studies have repeatedly shown that unhealthy diets can lead to dental health problems such as cavities and gum disease as well as overall health concerns including heart disease, diabetes and cancer.  The Mayo Clinic suggests that inflammation of the body caused by oral bacteria can cause heart disease, stroke and clogged arteries. To protect one’s dental health, experts recommend an organic diet full of calcium- and phosphorous-rich foods such as dark leafy greens, yogurt, broccoli, garlic, nuts and beans.  Ignoring your dental health will not only lead to dental decay, but it can also cause serious damage to your body’s overall health.  

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Limited Access to Dental Care Leave Many Unemployed

In a world obsessed with physical perfection, those suffering from bad teeth frequently experience discrimination in the employment world.  Employers are often so distracted by a person’s crooked smile that they fail to recognize the potential assets the interviewee may possess.  This prejudice is most often witnessed when the job in question requires face-to-face interactions with other people.  Unfortunately expensive procedures and especially limited access to dental care is often the root of the problem for patients in California.  In order to address this issue, programs like the California Dental Association's "CDA Cares" offer dental care free of charge to individuals suffering from serious dental problems. 

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Increase Community Awareness, Stop the Dental Divide Now!

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According to a report outlined by the American Dental Association, the US is currently experiencing a serious dental health crisis due to a “dental divide” among lower-income and middle- and higher-income adults.  At a recent conference, the ADA unveiled the new “Action for Dental Health: Dentists Making a Difference” campaign that focuses on reducing the number of adults and children with untreated dental disease by increasing community awareness and providing improved care to afflicted Americans. If you are experiencing tooth or gum pain and sensitivity or if it is time for your regular dental check-up, then call Sonoma Smiles in Rohnert Park at (707) 200-1191.

Wisdom Teeth: When It's Time to Say Goodbye

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Removing one’s wisdom teeth has long been deemed a rite of passage, however recent reports suggest a different approach to the emergence of wisdom teeth.  Due to the possible risks of anesthesia and surgery, critics believe keeping healthy wisdom teeth is the safest option for patients.  But the oral surgeon’s group warns that seemingly harmless wisdom teeth may ultimately cause disease or infection down the road.  Because it is impossible to predict which teeth will remain healthy and which teeth will cause problems, some believe it’s better “safe than sorry”.  If you are experiencing pain, bleeding or swelling of the gums, call Sonoma Smiles today to discuss your options.  Call Sonoma Smiles at (707) 200-1191.

Rohnert Park Dentistry: Ensure Your Child's Oral Health

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Although a baby’s tooth may not have surfaced, it is still developing beneath the gums and requires dental attention to prevent tooth decay. Tooth decay is a leading chronic childhood disease and through regular brushing and routine dental check-ups it can be easily prevented.  In order to ensure your child’s teeth remain decay-free, pediatric dentists recommend a child’s first dental visit occur no later than age one.  These visits allow dentists to examine the child’s teeth and gums and offer parents crucial tips for protecting their child’s dental health. Book your baby’s first dental check-up today!  Call Sonoma Smiles in Rohnert Park at (707) 200-1191.

Is Diet Soda Impacting Your Oral Health?

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A recent study found that heavy consumption of diet soda can be just as harmful to teeth as habitual use of crystal meth and crack cocaine.  The study compared the teeth of three individuals: a meth user, a cocaine user and a woman who drank 2 liters of diet soda every day for three to five years.  The results showed all three individuals had severe tooth erosion due to the high acid levels present in both drugs and diet soda.  While not outright banning diet soda, the Academy of General Dentistry encouraged people to drink diet soda in moderation and to brush or rinse their teeth after consumption.  Keep your teeth healthy and beautiful by visiting your Rohnert Park dentist today! Call Sonoma Smiles at (707) 200-1191.

Proactive Dentistry for Oral Health

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Because dental disease remains a major health concern in the United States, preventative dentistry has become even more critical to Americans’ health.  Preventative dentistry improves patients’ general periodontal health and aids in the treatment of everything from gingivitis to oral cancer.  Regular dental check ups can save Americans money by preventing serious problems before they require drastic corrective measures. By making regular visits to your Rohnert Park dentist, you can eliminate a number of potential diseases and dental complications so call Sonoma Smiles today at (707) 200-1191!  For more information on preventative dentistry, you can view the full article here.