Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Sensitive Teeth

Learn what the American Dental Association has to say about sensitive teeth.


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

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

Monday, January 25, 2016

6 Habits That Harm Your Teeth (And How to Break Them): Grinding and Clenching

The habit: “This can cause chipping or cracking of the teeth, as well as muscle tenderness or joint pain,” Dr. Messina says. “You might also feel like you can’t open your mouth wide or chew with pain.”

The solution: “Relaxation exercises and staying aware makes a difference,” he says. A nighttime mouthguard can also help. “You’ll have less tooth damage, less pain and muscle soreness and better sleep.”

To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

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

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Why Do Teeth Darken?

Learn what the American Dental Association's answer is to the question: "Why Do Teeth Darken?".


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

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

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Healthy gums could lead to a healthy heart

The association between gum diseases and heart disease is not a secret anymore. It has always raised a question in my mind if maintaining good oral health can help me achieve good overall health. Well, the answer is “yes.” Maintaining good oral health can save us from spending thousands of dollars on preventing heart diseases. We can say that proper brushing and flossing can help us maintain a healthy heart. According to the American Academy of Periodontolgy, people with gum diseases are twice as likely to develop coronary artery disease, one of the leading causes of heart attacks.

Atherosclerosis also known as “hardening of arterial wall” is one of the major etiological factors of heart disease. This occurs due to deposition of plaque (formed by accumulation of fat and other blood substances on the arterial wall). This can eventually clog the artery leading to complete blockage of coronary arteries precipitating into stroke.

To read the entire article written by Swati Yadav, please visit ASDABlog.com

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

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

Friday, January 1, 2016

Lifestyle and Oral Health

Learn what the American Dental Association has to say about lifestyle and oral health.


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Dentists in La Canada Flintridge
Flintridge Dental Studio

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