Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Grinding Teeth

What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?
 

Another cause of tooth enamel damage is bruxism -- or teeth-grinding. Over time, the constant clenching and friction can wear down or fracture the enamel. In this slide, teeth grinding has ground down the upper and lower front teeth.

Bruxism is often worst when you sleep -- that's when you can't control it. Reducing stress may help. Some people wear a special mouth guard to bed.

Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge  
Flintridge Dental Studio 
Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA


Tuesday, December 10, 2013

"Scanning The Big C, Dentally" Pasadena Now Article (August 2013)



Dr. Harmik Derhartounian was featured in an August 2013 article of Pasadena Now. In the Living section of the paper, he discussed with Franz A.D. Morales "Cancer can strike anyone, anywhere, anytime. Oral Cancer may not be as media-hyped as the other forms, but the risk is still there. Make sure you are not at risk by visiting Flintridge Dental Studio for an oral cancer screening today."
Below is a small excerpt from the article.

One American dies from oral cancer every hour, with a mortality rate that has remained virtually unchanged for 40 years.

Unfortunately, not everyone feels they are at risk unless they smoke or if oral cancer runs in their family. By the time the symptoms become too painful to ignore, it might be too late.


Oral cancer is the largest group of cancers that are found in the head and neck cancer category, and some of the more common names it includes are mouth cancer, tongue cancer, tonsil cancer, and throat cancer.

Symptoms can include a skin lesion, lump, or ulcer that does not cure itself in 14 days, located on the tongue, lip, or other mouth areas. It is usually small and often pale colored, though it can be dark or discolored at times. An early sign may be a white patch or a red patch on the soft tissues of the mouth, and is initially painless. Be aware that these can also be found behind the wisdom tooth, and sometimes behind the ear.
 
To read more follow this link:
http://www.pasadenanow.com/main/scanning-the-big-c-dentally



Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Monday, December 9, 2013

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth: Opening Stuff With Your Teeth

Opening bottle caps or plastic packaging with your teeth may be convenient, but this is one habit that makes dentists cringe. Using your teeth as tools can cause them to crack or chip. Instead, keep scissors and bottle openers handy. Bottom line, your teeth should only be used for eating.

Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health


Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth: Bedtime Bottles

It’s never too early to protect teeth. Giving a baby a bedtime bottle of juice, milk, or formula, can put new teeth on a path to decay. The baby may become used to falling asleep with the bottle in his or her mouth, bathing the teeth in sugars overnight. It's best to keep bottles out of the crib.

Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health


Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Saturday, December 7, 2013

Habits that Wreck Your Teeth: Cough Drops

Just because cough drops are sold in the medicine aisle doesn't mean they’re healthy. Most are loaded with sugar. So after soothing your throat with a lozenge, be sure to brush well. Whether the sugar comes from a cough drop or a hard candy, it reacts with the sticky plaque that coats your teeth. Then bacteria in the plaque convert the sugar into an acid that eats away at tooth enamel. Hello, cavities.
 

Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Monday, November 11, 2013

"Confidence is Just A Smile Away" Pasadena Now Article (July 2013)

Dr. Harmik Derhartounian was featured in a July 2013 article of Pasadena Now. In the Living section of the paper, he discussed with Franz A.D. Morales "If a face could launch a thousand ships, the smile is usually the trigger. Flintridge Dental Studio helps bring the shine back to every smile."

 

Below is a small excerpt from the article.

A chipped tooth, yellowing teeth, or even missing teeth can do wonders toward lowering your self-esteem, which is why Flintridge Dental Studio is offering cosmetic dentistry services to bring back your confidence by giving you the smile you deserve.

Some of the services Flintridge Dental Studio offers include:

  • Lumineers and Da Vinci Veneers 
  • Invisalign
  • CEREC
  • Galileo Implants 
  • Kör Deep Bleaching

To read more follow this link:
http://www.pasadenanow.com/main/confidence-is-just-a-smile-away


Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth - Tongue Piercings

Tongue piercings may be trendy, but biting down on the metal stud can crack a tooth. Lip piercings pose a similar risk. And when metal rubs against the gums, it can cause gum damage that may lead to tooth loss. The mouth is also a haven for bacteria, so piercings raise the risk of infections and sores. Bottom line, discuss the health risks with your dentist first.


Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth - Playing Sports With No Mouth Guard

Whether you play football, hockey, or any other contact sport, don't get in the game without a mouth guard. This is a piece of molded plastic that protects the upper row of teeth. Without it, your teeth could get chipped or even knocked out when the action gets rough. Self-fitting mouth guards may be purchased at a store, or you can have one custom made by your dentist.


Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Monday, November 4, 2013

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth - Chewing on Ice

It’s natural and sugar free, so you might think ice is harmless. But munching on hard, frozen cubes can chip or even crack your teeth. And if your mindless chomping irritates the soft tissue inside a tooth, regular toothaches may follow. Hot foods and cold foods may trigger quick, sharp jabs of pain or a lingering toothache. Next time you get the urge for ice, chew some sugarless gum instead.


Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Monday, October 14, 2013

"The Tools of The Trade" Pasadena Now Article (July 2013)

Dr. Harmik Derhartounian was featured in a July 2013 article of Pasadena Now. In the Living section of the paper, he discussed with Franz A.D. Morales "Dental tools have come a long way since the days of drills and wrenches. Flintridge Dental Studio knows this and employs only the latest instruments in dental care."
 
Below is a small excerpt from the article. 
 
A trip to the dentist always invokes fear and dread with patients.
Dr. Harmik Derhartounian of Flintridge Dental Studio aims to change this sentiment by making sure patients today don’t have to go through the discomfort of patients of old.
“We go through great lengths to make it as comfortable and as pain-free as possible,” says Dr. Derhartounian, about a visit to his dental studio.

To help the good doctor live up to his promise, he uses the latest technology available in dental care to ensure patients don’t go home hating him.

To read more follow this link:
http://www.pasadenanow.com/main/the-tools-of-the-trade

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Oral Warning Signs Can Indicate Serious Medical Conditions


Regular dental exams not only help to decrease a patient's risk of oral diseases, such as cavities and periodontal (gum) disease, but they may also help to diagnose other, sometimes life-threatening, medical conditions.
 
Dentists are able to assess a patient's overall oral health and may recognize symptoms of serious diseases, including diabetes, cancer, and eating disorders, which often manifest as signs and symptoms inside of the mouth. Click here to learn more.

Above article from KnowYourTeeth.com

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA


Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Halloween Tips



Halloween is around the corner, which for most children means bags of free candy and a
chance to build up the stockpile of sweets for the winter. Being one of the most fun times of the year for families, Halloween can also present parents with a variety of health and safety challenges.
The American Dental Association, America's premier source of oral health information, has prepared a list of 10 suggestions to help parents maintain good oral health for their children around the Halloween holiday and throughout the year.
1.     Consume Halloween candy and other sugary foods with meals.
Saliva production increases during meals and helps neutralize acids produced by bacteria in your mouth and helps rinse away food particles.
2.     Avoid hard candy and other sweets that stay in your mouth for a long time.
Besides how often you snack, the length of time food is in your mouth plays a role in tooth decay. Unless it is a sugar-free product, candies that stay in the mouth for a long period of time subject teeth to prolonged acid attack, increasing the risk for tooth decay.
3.     Avoid sticky candies that cling to your teeth.
The stickier candies, like taffy and gummy bears, take longer to get washed away by saliva, increasing the risk for tooth decay. 

Click here to read more tips.

Above article from: ada.org

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Don't Forget to Clean Your Tongue


Your oral health routine should always include brushing your tongue with your toothbrush or using a tongue scraper, which you can find in the dental products aisle at the drugstore. That’s important because foods can get stuck in the grooves of your tongue, causing bacteria to grow. Other oral health problems that can develop if you don't clean your tongue are a bad taste in your mouth, staining on your tongue, and bad breath, Abayon says.

Above article from EverydayHealth.com

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Thursday, September 12, 2013

"A Dentist Who's Close To Home" Pasadena Now Article (June 2013)

Dr. Harmik Derhartounian was featured in a June 2013 article of Pasadena Now. In the Living section of the paper, he discussed with Franz A.D. Morales "his personal philosophy on dental health, and how it positively affects his services".
 

Below is a small excerpt from the article.

A trip to the dentist always inspires fear and dread for many patients. Dr. Harmik Derhartounian at the Flintridge Dental Studio, however, wants to eradicate those fears.

Stepping into Dr. Derhartounian’s dental studio, one will instantly feel right at home. Unlike the cold, sterile offices most probably grew up with, Dr. Derhartounian’s office is a very homey and comfortable affair. This speaks volumes on what to expect when you visit him.


To read more follow this link:
http://www.pasadenanow.com/main/a-dentist-whos-close-to-home


Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Your Family’s Oral Health


Have you heard that you should only take care of the teeth you want to keep? It's true!
That's why at any stage of life, it's important to practice good oral hygiene at home and to visit your general dentist regularly. Starting early is critical to success in preserving a healthy smile for a lifetime. 
KnowYourTeeth.com has loads of information and resources for families who want to know more about good dental care and oral health.  Whether you are an expectant mom, a teen dealing with braces, a grandparent, or someone in between, we have the answers for you. What's more, kids will find games, quizzes and other ways to make learning about dental care more fun!

Visit www.knowyourteeth.com for more great dental information

Above article from KnowYourTeeth.com

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body


You already know that in order to avoid cavities and more serious dental problems, you have to take good care of your teeth. But consistent brushing and flossing habits do more than just protect your oral health — they also help keep a host of other serious conditions at bay. Heart disease and stroke, for instance, have both been linked to poor dental hygiene.

Above article from everydayhealth.com/dental-health/101.aspx

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

Tel:818-495-4969
4542 Rinetti Lane
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
USA