go with untreated dental caries which is on average 17.5%(CDC). Throughout the duration of this project, I will be talking about how Dental Hygiene affects children and adults in their everyday life. Children need to have good oral hygiene because in their later life they can run into severe heart problems and or any other medical issue that is very concerning. We should take a step into creating free clinics available to children and adults who can’t necessarily afford dental care. The U.S.…
degree in Biological Sciences here at UW Parkside and go on to untimely earn my doctoral degree in dentistry with a goal of working within my community to serve others. Throughout the last 6 years I have been consistently working in the dental field as a dental assistant with many demanding responsibilities. I have had the opportunity to work alongside an oral surgeon, endodontist, pedodontist as well as a general dentist all within a public health care center; in addition…
Although you’ve probably heard a lot of advice about taking care of your teeth since the time you were a child, there are still plenty of mistakes you could be making when it comes to dental hygiene. The next time you visit St Croix Family Dentistry, in Saint Croix Falls, WI, ask the dentist about preventative dentistry, and what you can do at home to make sure your smile is in the best possible condition. Whether you’re there for a routine teeth cleaning or a root canal, they’ll gladly discuss…
As an orthodontist, my main goal would be to create a brighter world through the process of straighten out someone’s life one tooth at a time. Fixing other peoples smile would not only build up their self-esteem, but allow them to develop better communication skills which can motivate one’s participation in the community. Knowing that I gave a patient the confidence to smile again and to feel comfortable in their own skin would have such a huge positive impact in my life and I’ll feel as though…
How Important Is Fluoride In Your Oral Health? Any dentist will tell you that fluoride can help your teeth remain healthy, but as a patient, you may not understand how it works. In fact, you may not be doing enough to make sure you’re getting the amount of fluoride you need to help your teeth remain healthy. By understanding more about fluoride, you’ll know how cavities can develop and how fluoride can prevent them from happening. Cavity Development Cavities can be created by acids that are…
Steve was at a regular dental care appointment nearly 20 years ago when he had a bad experience with a dental assistant that has kept him from making dental appointments of any kind for the last 20 years. Steve’s girlfriend’s father was a dentist and her mother was his dental assistant. Steve scheduled a typical cleaning with his girlfriend’s father, and then his girlfriend accompanied him to the appointment. During the appointment, the dental assistant was conversing with Steve’s girlfriend…
Three Facts About Getting Dental Implants If you have teeth that are missing, either due to injury or extraction, a dental implant is a great way to treat it. It will be more comfortable than dentures, and provide more strength than a dental bridge, all while giving support to those teeth that neighbor the implant. If you are planning to get dental implants, here are three interesting facts about the procedure. A Single Implant Can Secure Multiple Teeth Do you need dental implants because you…
There is also a high risk of gum disease developing in babies who fall asleep with a bottle of formula or juice. It is also common for teenagers that get out of their usual childhood dental regimen to develop gum disease. Some health conditions, such as Downs Syndrome or Type 1 diabetes may also increase the risk of children developing gum disease. Signs of Gum Disease in Children It is extremely important to note that gum disease is…
Problem Statement In the United States, dental caries (cavities) are one of the most prevalent chronic conditions found in children (Center for Disease Control, 2014). Teeth gain cavities when the tartar on the teeth build up (Kapner, 2017). Tartar is plaque, a combination of acid, food pieces, bacteria, and saliva that bonds together into a sticky substance, that was not removed from the tooth (Kapner, 2017). According to a study conducted in 2014 by the Center for Disease Control (CDC),…
we can transform ityour smile by giving it a makeover! A smile makeover uses a combination of several different procedures to give your smile the desired look. Some of the procedures we may use to fix your smile include veneers, teeth whitening, dental implants, teeth contouring, and crown lengthening. Each of these procedures are performed with accuracy by Dr. Anderson and his experienced staff. They are well practiced, and it shows after they are finished transforming your…