In Praise of Olive Oil

In Praise of Olive Oil - A Reason to Smile!

Olive oil, a key component of a Mediterranean-style diet, has provided health benefits for millennia. Mono-unsaturated fat give olive oil anti-oxidant properties, lowering the risk of colon cancer, incidence of heart disease, and type-2 diabetes.

Because ingesting olive oil enriches the skin and soft tissues, and is an anti-inflammatory, it also helps in treating gum disease which, due to the correlation between oral and whole-body health, improves your overall well-being.

Extra virgin olive oil is the highest in anti-oxidants because it's less processed. And, because of it flavor, processing method, and beneficial properties, it is the only variety of vegetable oil that nutritionists suggest be ingested as is (without being cooked). Simply taking two tablespoons per day will help you look after your whole health while taking care of your oral health! Give it a try!

Dental Hygiene | Practice & Prevention with Good Oral Health

Dental Hygiene | Practice & Prevention with Good Oral Health

Practicing Good Dental Hygiene

Dental hygiene is the process of maintaining proper dental care to avoid oral health problems. It is recommended that you see your dentist and dental hygienist at least twice a year however the dental care that you provide on your own in-house is an integral part of maintaining good oral health. A good in-house regimen supplemented by regular dentist check-ups and cleanings is the best way to prevent dental emergencies.

Brushing with fluoride toothpaste is recommended at least twice a day to remove plaque and the remnants of food and drink from our teeth and gums. Flossing once a day is an essential practice to avoid gum disease and preventing tooth decay. An oral rinse also helps promote good oral hygiene as it will reduce oral discomfort, provide moisture to oral tissues and help with bad breath. More therapeutic oral rinses can be anti-plaque, anti-cavity, anti-tarter, and anti-bacterial and are all good at preventing oral health problems. Ask your dentist what he/she recommends for you.

Practicing the above oral hygiene habits are great ways to maintain proper oral health however good habits alone will not remove all the plaque that builds up over time. This is why it is necessary to see your dentist and dental hygienist regularly to remove the plaque to lower your risk of toothaches, cavities, periodontal disease or even the loss of all your teeth. By removing plaque you reduce your chances of needing root canals, tooth extractions,dental bridges, crowns and more. Your dentist and dental hygienist will ensure that you will receive the necessary treatment to maintain good oral health of your teeth, mouth and gums and keep you smiling.

Cerec does it again!

Cerec does it again! Today we saw an emergency pt. who had a horrible gag reflex and wasn’t able to keep any impression material in her mouth. With our NEW CAD/CAM system, Dr. Maroon was able to make digital impression and create the new restorations right in our office. How cool is that? If you need a crown in the future ask us if Cerec same-day CAD/CAM crowns are for you!